Holocaust Resource Center of Buffalo Inc
HERO Buffalo ⋆ Buffalo Jewish Federation
161264021
1983
Getzville, NY 14068 USA
hrcbuffalo.org
BuffaloJewish
Holocaust Resource Center of Buffalo Inc.
The Holocaust Resource Center of Buffalo Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating the public about the Holocaust, honoring its survivors and victims, and promoting social justice. Originally established as the Holocaust Resource Center of Buffalo (HRC), it has a long history dating back to the early 1980s and has evolved to become a significant part of Western New York’s cultural landscape.
Mission
- Teach the Lessons of the Holocaust: The organization focuses on educating future generations about the Holocaust through various educational programs and resources.
- Remember Survivors and Victims: It strives to honor and remember those who were impacted by the Holocaust, preserving their testimonies and stories.
- Promote Social Justice: By promoting civic responsibility and human rights, it aims to foster a more compassionate and equitable society.
History
The Holocaust Resource Center of Buffalo was initiated in 1983 through a collaborative effort involving a non-sectarian group of founders, including Holocaust survivors and educators like Toby Ticktin Back. The center officially opened on March 18, 1984, with support from the Buffalo Jewish Federation, state grants, and private foundations. Over the years, it has operated under various leadership, including notable directors such as Elizabeth Schram from 2019 onwards.
In 2023, the organization underwent a transition, rebranding as the Holocaust Education Resource Organization (HERO), aligning with its evolving mission to emphasize education and community resources in the face of new challenges.
Activities
The organization engages in a wide range of activities to achieve its mission:
- Educational Outreach: It conducts in-school visits, presentations, and workshops to educate students and adults about the Holocaust.
- Descendants Group: Provides a platform for descendants of survivors to share their family stories and histories.
- Commemorative Events: Organizes public events to honor survivors and victims, promoting remembrance and reflection.
- Liaison with Local Agencies: Works closely with local and national agencies to ensure comprehensive programming related to the Holocaust.
Leadership and Structure
The organization is managed by a leadership council composed of community members, educators, and descendants of Holocaust survivors. This diverse team ensures that the organization's goals are met through a collaborative approach.
Impact
The Holocaust Resource Center of Buffalo Inc. has made significant contributions to raising awareness and promoting understanding of the Holocaust in Western New York. Through personal testimonies and educational programs, it has fostered a culture of empathy and social responsibility, touching the lives of countless individuals across the region.
[1] https://jewishbuffalohistory.org/organizations/holocaust-resource-center/ [2] https://buffalojewishfederation.org/herobuffalo/ [3] http://www.hrcbuffalo.org [4] https://organizations.holocaustremembrance.com/directory/holocaust-resource-center-of-buffalo [5] https://app.candid.org/profile/6971644
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Such an important mission! The work you do to educate and honor the survivors keeps the memory alive for future generations. Keep up the amazing efforts! 💜detail |
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I’m so inspired by HERO’s commitment to teaching the lessons of the Holocaust and promoting social justice. Let’s ensure that history never repeats itself! 🙌detail |
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1. How can the Holocaust Education Resource Organization enhance its outreach to younger generations to ensure the lessons of the Holocaust are effectively conveyed?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
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2. In what ways can community engagement initiatives be structured to foster a deeper understanding of Holocaust history and its relevance to contemporary issues of discrimination and intolerance?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
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The Mission of the Holocaust Education Resource Organization is to Remember the survivors and victims Teach the lessons of the Holocaust Empower future generations to take action History of HERO In 1983 with the support of the Buffalo Jewish Federation and a nonsectarian group of founders Toby Ticktin Back brought the dream of a permanent way to honor and remember the survivors of the Holocaust to life when the Holocaust Resource Center of Buffalo HRC became part of the cultural landscape of Western New York. HRCs mission was achieved through documentation and personal testimony of local holocaust survivors educating future generations with inschool visits and presentations and through a wide range of inservice workshops. In 2023 as we recognize that the world our nation and our community have changed and we have new challenges the Holocaust Resource Center of Buffalo transitioned to the Holocaust Education Resource Organization HERO to emphasize our importance of providing education and resources to the community. Meet the Team Lauren Bloomberg Email Lauren Wendy Weisbrot Email Wendy Leadership Council Subscribe to the HERO email list Upcoming Events Generations Hamentaschen Baking HERO Educators Conference HERO Descendants meeting HERO Leadership Council meeting Contact Emaillaurenbuffalojewishfederation.
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