Local teachers and educators joined us at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) and at the University of Macau in the week of 24 February 2025 for a special educators workshop series titled “Foundational Past: Holocaust Education and Collective Memory in the 21st Century,” presented by Professor Marc van Berkel, the only Chair Professor of Holocaust Studies in the Netherlands.
This important workshop series delved into the current status of Holocaust education in the Netherlands, examining the various aspects of historical content and pedagogical approaches. Professor van Berkel also explored how the Holocaust was processed and represented in key institutions, with a particular focus on the National Holocaust Museum in Amsterdam and the Camp Westerbork National Memorial Centre.
It was wonderful to have different teachers who joined us that week, especially those looking to deepen their understanding of Holocaust education and engage with a critical aspect of collective memory, as well as the vital role of education in shaping our understanding of the past.