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In the first week of October 2025, “Tkuma” Ukrainian Institute for Holocaust Studies together with partners organized and held several important educational and outreach events in Lviv. It is worth noting that at this time, the city already for the 32nd time welcomed guests of the already traditional Publishers Forum - the largest book forum in Ukraine, which unites hundreds of publishing houses and publishers from all over Ukraine and other countries, as well as tens of thousands of connoisseurs of the printed word. “Tkuma” Institute, which for many years has been a leading scientific and publishing center specializing in the publication of academic, educational and memoir literature dedicated to the history of the Holocaust, the period of World War II, the history of genocides, etc., is a permanent participant in the Publishers Forum. But about everything in turn.
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On August 25–31, 2025, in the heart of the Carpathians, near the Richka village, Transcarpathian region, the Summer Camp of the “Hillel Ukraine” International Jewish Student Organization was held, which brought together more than 60 young people from Ukraine, Israel and Moldova. The program of this year's camp was built around the deep symbolism of the motto “Two Hearts – One Rhythm” (Heartbeat of Two Nations) – in unity and mutual understanding between the Ukrainian and Israeli peoples, who continue to fight for their freedom in difficult geopolitical realities.
During the week, the camp participants not only traveled through the Carpathians, discovered cultural artifacts, read and exchanged books, and participated in quests, but also had a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the history of the Jewish people and the tragedy of the Holocaust. This block of classes was implemented with the participation of the team of the “Tkuma” Ukrainian Institute for Holocaust Studies – the Director of the Institute, Dr. Igor Shchupak, and the Deputy Director for Scientific Work, Dr. Yehor Vradii.
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On August 18–21, 2025, a group of Ukrainian educators participated in the international seminar “Auschwitz – History and Symbolism”, organized by “Tkuma” Institute together with the International Center for Auschwitz and Holocaust Education of the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum (Oszczyń, Poland). The program was rich and combined theoretical lectures, practical workshops, presentations and excursions. Its task was not only to deepen knowledge of the history of the Holocaust and World War II, but also to show modern approaches to preserving memory and integrating this topic into the educational process.
Read more: International seminar for educators “Auschwitz – history and symbolism” in Poland
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On August 14, an educational event of “Tkuma” Institute was held, organized within the framework of the project “Holocaust studies in Ukraine for the formation the atmosphere of tolerance”. The seminar, conducted by Dr. Igor Shchupak, took place in the format of an open dialogue in the “Women's Club” under the leadership of Oksana Lebedeva.
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On July 26-27, 2025, an International Educational Seminar for Ukrainian Teachers was held in Paris, organized by “Tkuma” Institute in collaboration with the French organization Yahad in-Unum. The event brought together educators from different parts of Ukraine to exchange experiences and present the latest methods in teaching the Holocaust.
The event program included lectures, discussions, and excursions to prominent memorial sites related to the history of the Holocaust. Participants had the opportunity not only to familiarize themselves with current research, but also to discuss the specifics of teaching the Holocaust in different educational systems.
Read more: International seminar for Ukrainian educators in Paris