Yad Vashem Seminar

EUJS Seminar - Yad Vashem Remembrance and Education in the 21st Century Sunday 19th November - Thursday 23rd November Jerusalem, Israel Yad Vashem International school of Holocaust studies initiates a week-long educational seminar aimed for the European Union of Jewish Students and their national student unions. What? This unique and mind-expanding seminar is dedicated to European students and Young Professionals who want to take part in a large-scale educational, historical and philosophical seminar. The seminar at Yad Vashem will combine tours, lectures, workshops, discussions, debates and reflections to create an interactive, multi-disciplinary and educationally oriented experience. You will have the opportunity to learn from and discuss with the leading experts in the field covering the topics: Holocaust history, Jewish life in Europe before World War II, Nazi antisemitism, Memory building around the world, Holocaust denial and Modern Jewish life all across the world. Who? The seminar is designed primarily for activists, university students and young adults between 18 and 35 who are or will be involved in Holocaust remembrance/education. It addresses those for whom being at Yad Vashem will be beneficial in their community work. A high level of English is required as all sessions will be delivered in English. The number of participants will be limited to 25. Where and when? The seminar will start on Sunday, 19th of November around 15:30 and will end on Thursday, 23rd of November around 12:30. It will take place in the facilities of Yad Vashem, in Jerusalem. Attendance for the whole length of the seminar is compulsory.. Price: A non-refundable participation fee of 100 euros is required. Accommodation, food, program and transportation during the program are fully covered. The participants will also be required to pay their own flights from and to Israel. We are not responsible for international travel and medical insurance. N.B. : Financial support is available. If needed, please reach out to EUJS directly to apply for a scholarship. We recommend you to also contact your local communities or unions for further support.Apply: For consideration please fill out the application form: https://forms.gle/YWrW79WUB2MA2yrB8 This is a selective process with a benefit for early applicants. Please note that the application does not guarantee your participation. Applications close on 29th of September 2023! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact EUJS’ Program Manager, Ábel Keszler at abel@eujs.org