Jewish Communities Nationwide Commemorate Yom HaShoah

Across the United States, Jewish communities commemorated Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, with ceremonies, film screenings, and personal testimonies honoring the six million Jews murdered during the Holocaust. With the number of living Holocaust survivors rapidly declining, events increasingly feature stories from descendants and utilize films and genealogical projects to preserve firsthand accounts and family histories. Organizers emphasized the importance of teaching younger generations about the Holocaust to ensure its lessons endure and to combat ignorance and antisemitism. In Miami, Buffalo, Tyler, and Columbia, survivors and their families shared personal narratives of loss, survival, and resilience, highlighting the ongoing impact of the Holocaust on Jewish identity and memory. Community leaders stressed the need for collective remembrance and the role of allies in supporting Jewish communities amid present-day adversities. These commemorations aim not only to honor those lost but also to empower future generations to recognize and resist hatred.