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    Project Witness Educators Series 2026January – April 2026 | Virtual Webinar Series

    Project Witness Educators Series 2026

    Project Witness proudly presents the annual Educators Series, a flagship professional development program tailored specifically for teachers, scholars, and educational leaders. Originally launched as an in-person conference, this initiative has evolved into a fully virtual webinar series, extending its reach to classrooms, institutions, and educators around the globe. Over the course of four months, from January through April 2026, participants will engage with internationally renowned scholars, historians, and practitioners who bring cutting-edge research and pedagogy into focus. Each session is designed not merely as a lecture, but as a stand-alone educational experience—providing actionable insights, fresh historical perspectives, and tools for teaching the Holocaust and Jewish history in today's complex educational landscape.

    Series Dates
    January – April 2026
    Format
    Virtual Webinars (live + recorded access)
    Audience
    Educators, teachers, curriculum developers, museum professionals, and community leaders

    Why Attend?

    • Exclusive Access to Leading Scholars: Hear directly from respected voices in Holocaust studies and education.
    • Practical Pedagogical Tools: Each session offers concrete strategies for the classroom.
    • Professional Development: Certificates of participation available for educators.
    • Flexible & Accessible: Attend live or watch recordings at your convenience.

    Sessions & Events

    Rebuilding Yiddishkeit in the DP Camps
    Webinar
    Date
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    Rebuilding Yiddishkeit in the DP Camps
    Presenter: Dr. Henry Abramson
    Following liberation, Holocaust survivors faced the daunting challenge of rebuilding shattered lives. This session explores the revival of Jewish life in Displaced Persons camps—from the reestablishment of schools and yeshivot to the cultural and religious resilience that allowed Judaism to flourish in postwar Europe. Educators will gain tools to teach this era as a story not only of survival, but of spiritual resistance and renewal.
    Time TBA
    Virtual
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    Vaad Hatzalah: Rescue Efforts During the Holocaust
    Webinar
    Date
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    Vaad Hatzalah: Rescue Efforts During the Holocaust
    Presenter: Dr. Michael Berenbaum
    A deep dive into the extraordinary work of the Vaad Hatzalah and its broader context within American and global responses to the Holocaust. We'll examine ethical dilemmas, leadership decisions, and quiet heroism that shaped Jewish rescue work, and provide case studies for lessons on moral courage and communal responsibility.
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    The Holocaust Through the Lens of Orthodox Testimony
    Webinar
    Date
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    The Holocaust Through the Lens of Orthodox Testimony
    Presenter: Dr. Ruth Lichtenstein
    How Orthodox Jewish voices—often overlooked—documented and interpreted their experiences during the Holocaust. Themes of faith, resilience, and spiritual struggle offer frameworks for integrating Orthodox narratives into Holocaust curricula while highlighting diversity of experience and the universality of suffering.
    Time TBA
    Virtual
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    Poland Behind the Iron Curtain
    Webinar
    Date
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    Poland Behind the Iron Curtain
    Presenter: Dr. Kamil Kijek
    The Holocaust, Soviet domination, and the Communist regime reshaped Jewish identity in postwar Poland. This session connects the Holocaust with its aftermath in Cold War Europe, helping students understand the long shadow cast over survivors and communities navigating memory, repression, and renewal.
    Time TBA
    Virtual
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    Teaching the Holocaust in an AI-Driven World
    Webinar
    Date
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    Teaching the Holocaust in an AI-Driven World
    Presenter: To Be Announced
    As AI transforms education, how can teachers harness these tools responsibly while maintaining historical accuracy and moral clarity? We'll address the promise and pitfalls of AI in Holocaust education and share guidelines to enhance empathy, critical thinking, and fidelity to primary sources.
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    The Holocaust and Today's Antisemitism
    Webinar
    Date
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    The Holocaust and Today's Antisemitism
    Presenter: To Be Announced
    This lecture examines how Holocaust memory informs responses to contemporary antisemitism. Participants gain strategies to teach continuities and differences between historic Jew-hatred and today's manifestations.
    Time TBA
    Virtual
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    Education Technology and Holocaust Pedagogy
    Panel
    Date
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    Education Technology and Holocaust Pedagogy
    Presenter: Panel Discussion
    An interactive panel exploring innovations in digital archives, virtual reality, and online learning. Experts demonstrate how technology can deepen engagement with survivor testimony and primary sources, while discussing ethical boundaries of digitization and simulation.
    Time TBA
    Virtual
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    The Rise of Antisemitism
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    No longer accepting registrations
    Webinar
    Monday
    17
    June
    The Rise of Antisemitism
    Join Dr. Henry Abramson, renowned historian and educator, for an in-depth exploration of the historical roots and contemporary manifestations of antisemitism. This webinar will examine the complex factors contributing to the recent surge in antisemitic incidents following the events of October 7th, providing crucial context for understanding current global tensions.
    8:00 PM EST
    Virtual (Zoom)
    213 of 500 spots remaining
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    Preserving Holocaust Memory in the Digital Age
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    Registration Closed
    No longer accepting registrations
    Webinar
    Paid Event
    Sunday
    15
    March
    Preserving Holocaust Memory in the Digital Age
    Presenter: Dr. Sarah Cohen
    Join us for an in-depth examination of how digital technology is revolutionizing Holocaust education and memory preservation. This comprehensive webinar will explore the intersection of technology, education, and historical preservation. We will discuss the latest developments in digital testimony archives, virtual reality experiences, and online educational platforms that are making Holocaust education more accessible and impactful than ever before. Participants will gain practical insights into implementing digital tools in educational settings while maintaining historical accuracy and emotional sensitivity.
    2:00 PM EST
    Virtual (Zoom)
    0 of 300 spots remaining
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