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Yesterday afternoon (Thursday 12 April) we launched the theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2019 at the Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) - the government department which funds HMDT to support HMD across the UK.
Jackie Walker, a former Momentum activist has reportedly questioned the aims and reach of Holocaust Memorial Day in her show at the Edinburgh Fringe festival. This follows similar comments she made in September 2016.
Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) activities offer an opportunity for everyone to learn more about the Holocaust and genocide, and think about meaningful ways to create a better society today, free from hate.
This blog has been written for HMDT by Laura Marks OBE, Chair of Holocaust Memorial Day Trust.
Emergency services play a vital role in tackling prejudice and discrimination by protecting our diverse communities and encouraging greater cohesion. This Get involved guide gives you examples and practical suggestions for what you can do as an emergency service to mark Holocaust Memorial Day, and how you can learn from genocide to work towards a better future.