Eva Schloss, a Holocaust survivor and stepsister of Anne Frank, who dedicated her life to Holocaust education and remembrance, has died at age 96 in London. She survived Auschwitz, lost family members in the camp, and later became a prominent advocate for tolerance and understanding, inspiring many through her books, speeches, and campaigns. Her legacy continues to influence efforts against prejudice and hatred.
Eva Schloss, a Holocaust survivor and Anne Frank’s stepsister who dedicated her life to Holocaust education and anti-prejudice campaigns, has died at 96, leaving a legacy of remembrance and peace advocacy recognized by figures including King Charles III.
Eva Schloss, a Holocaust survivor and Anne Frank's stepsister, who dedicated her life to Holocaust education and remembrance, has died at age 96. King Charles and others paid tribute to her efforts in promoting understanding and combating hatred. She survived Auschwitz, lost her family in the Holocaust, and worked tirelessly to ensure history is not forgotten.
The Biden administration has released the first national strategy to combat antisemitism in the United States, calling on government, law enforcement, and schools to crack down on discrimination and online hate. The plan includes over 100 recommendations for the federal government to take, including workshops to counteract bias in hiring and the workplace, enhanced Holocaust education programs, and an interagency effort to eliminate barriers to reporting potential hate crimes. Last year saw a 36% increase in reported incidents of antisemitic assault, harassment, and vandalism in the US, the largest number since assessments began in 1979.
22 Arab participants from Morocco, Bahrain, Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Algeria, and Israel joined the International March of the Living in Poland, organized by Sharaka, an NGO that aims to strengthen relations between Israel and its neighboring countries. The participants engaged in a series of lectures and conversations about the Holocaust and extremism. The UAE recently announced that it will include Holocaust education in its state curriculum, becoming the first Arab state to do so.
