12:25, 14 January 2025
Words by Cheyanne Bryan, Editorial and Campaign Marketing Executive, London
King Charles is set to attend an Auschwitz commemoration later this month.
To mark the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration camp, King Charles, alongside numerous other world leaders, will be travelling to Auschwitz in Poland.
The primary focus of the commemorations will be on the remaining elderly survivors of Auschwitz. However, it is anticipated that international leaders and heads of state will attend, as the event coincides with Holocaust Memorial Day.
During his visit, King Charles is expected to meet with Polish President Andrzej Duda.
This past week, King Charles hosted an event at Buckingham Palace to support educational projects focused on teaching about the Holocaust, the atrocity inflicted on Jewish people by the Nazis.
Over the years, the King has long been dedicated to fostering dialogue between different faith communities and has consistently spoken out against religious intolerance and extremism.
He has also been a steadfast supporter of Holocaust remembrance efforts, including commissioning portraits in 2022 of seven Holocaust survivors – including Mr Goldberg – as a tribute to the passing generation.
At Smiley Movement, we like to elevate the work of charities across the world. Here are three charities whose causes align with the themes in this article.
The Holocaust Educational Trust. This charity works to educate young people about the Holocaust and its lessons. It provides resources for schools, runs outreach programmes, and supports Holocaust survivors in sharing their stories. Find out more.
The Association of Jewish Refugees (AJR). This organisation supports Jewish refugees and survivors of the Holocaust living in the UK. It offers practical assistance, emotional support, and advocates for the rights of Jewish survivors. Learn more here.
Holocaust Memorial Day Trust. This nonprofit is funded by the UK Government and hosts Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) across the UK. Since 2001, HMD has been marked with a national ceremony and over 10,000 local events. Support them here.
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