Holocaust Memorial Day – 27th January 2005 : Commemorating the 60th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration camps The 60th anniversary of the liberation of the extermination and concentration camps presents one of the greatest opportunities to show our respect for the survivors of Nazi persecution and mass murder, and to listen to what they can tell us about the best and the worst of human behaviour. Holocaust Memorial Day is about commemorating all the communities who suffered as a result of the Holocaust and Nazi persecution which included lesbians and gay men, and demonstrating that the Holocaust is relevant to everyone in the UK today. The day provides a focus – through the national event and local events – for people to think about the continuing repercussions of the Holocaust on our society. As well as being a way of remembering those who suffered during the Holocaust, it is an ideal opportunity to raise awareness and educate others on aspects of persecution and discrimination, such as: genocide, racism, homophobia and disablism. The theme for the 2005 event is Survivors, Liberation and Rebuilding Lives. You can read the theme paper that was written by Prof. David Cesarani of Royal Holloway, University of London, by clicking the link below. For more information on Holocaust Memorial Day please visit the national government website here. http://www.holocaustmemorialday.gov.uk NLGBA have been working closely with the other organisers - Local Government, University College Northampton and Race Equality Council - to arrange a variety of local events across the county to commemorate this event. Click here for Holocaust Memorial Day 2005 Local Event Programme (downloadable pdf)
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