Northeast Florida educators are invited to join us over lite bites and beverages, and learn what we can do for you. The evening will include networking, a tour of our current exhibit, “Histories in Hand”; and a presentation from a member of our Speakers Bureau. We’ll have teaching trunks on display and will walk everyone through all of the resources we have to offer, followed by an open discussion with attending educators about how we can help you teach the Holocaust. We look forward to seeing you there!

In a recent survey of adults under 40, 63% did not know that six million Jews were murdered during the Holocaust. In fact, more than 1 in 10 of those surveyed did not know the word “Holocaust” at all. The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services (JFCS) is working to increase knowledge surrounding this deeply tragic time in history through our Holocaust Education program. This initiative is designed to assist Northeast Florida educators in teaching their students about the Holocaust.

Holocaust Memorial Gallery Tours

In-person and virtual tours may be scheduled

Holocaust Survivors Speakers Bureau

Survivors and second and third-generation family members share their stories and engage students in questions and answers dialogue. Available for in-person and virtual talks

Traveling Exhibits

Exhibits that can be hosted at schools and in community spaces

Teaching Trunks

Age appropriate, Florida standards-based lessons

Teacher Training & Additional Resources

We will help facilitate any specific needs you have

Contact: Melissa Williams at mgwilliams@jfcsjax.org

Our busiest year yet with 66 speaking engagements and 7,615 people reached!

In a time when Holocaust denial and hate are on the rise, many people feel unsure of how to respond or make a difference. Teachers, too, may hesitate to approach such a difficult topic in the classroom.

Our Holocaust Education program creates a meaningful, emotional connection by sharing the personal stories of Holocaust survivors and their descendants, followed by thoughtful, engaging discussion. We offer a safe space where participants can reflect deeply on the past and its lessons for today, through conversations about empathy, tolerance, and the real-world impact of hatred.

This experience empowers students and community members with the knowledge and compassion to stand up to antisemitism and become more informed, empathetic citizens.