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Our permanent exhibition, Mapping Our Tears, is an interactive environmental theater keeping alive testimonies from World War II and the Holocaust. Mapping Our Tears is open Monday through Friday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Other hours by appointment. During the month of August, CHHE will be clsoed each Sunday. To arrange a guided tour please call 513.487.3055 or email info@holocaustandhumanity.org |
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Originally the brainchild of an impassioned group of local Holocaust survivors and their families, The Center for Holocaust and Humanity Education (CHHE), opened its doors in 2000. Since, CHHE has worked fervently to educate and empower others to learn about and act against injustice, intolerance and indifference. It has evolved to develop and sustain lasting educational experiences for diverse groups and communities throughout Cincinnati and the world. In 2007, CHHE received its official 501(c)(3) status, establishing itself as a newly independent, non-profit organization equipped more than ever to serve, educate and collaborate.
Educational Philosophy
"I am a survivor of a concentration camp. My eyes saw what no person should witness: gas chambers built by learned engineers. Children poisoned by educated physicians. Infants killed by trained nurses. Women and babies shot by high school and college graduates. So, I am suspicious of education.
My request is:
Help your children become human. Your efforts must never produce learned monsters, skilled psychopaths or educated Eichmanns. Reading, writing, and arithmetic are important only if they serve to make our children more human."
- Excerpt from a letter by a Holocaust survivor to educators, published in "Teacher and Child" by Dr. Haim Ginott, child psychologist and author
The educational philosophy of The Center for Holocaust and Humanity Education is motivated by the urgent request of the survivor. Personal accounts are used in an effort to understand the lessons of the Holocaust and promote tolerance and social justice. Remembering the millions who are unable to speak, The Center shares the voices of local Holocaust survivors, liberators, refugees, rescuers and other eyewitnesses which offer messages of hope, courage, compassion and the resilience of the human spirit. In addition to preserving the history of local eyewitnesses, The Center draws upon Holocaust scholarship and research from throughout the world for its initiatives.
Equally important to understanding the historical context of the Holocaust is the study of post-Holocaust challenges and their implications for today. Specific emphasis is placed on being accountable for personal choices in order to understand the importance of action and resistance while evaluating the detrimental outcome of silence and indifference. This cultivation of critical thinking and compassion are essential characteristics to developing humane and conscientious citizens of the world.
The Center uses this philosophy to guide its activities and offers the following resources and services:
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Executive Committee John Neyer President Mark Weisser Immediate Past President Marc Randolph Vice President Darryl Etling Treasurer Kathy Brinkman Secretary Dick Friedman Carol Kabel Lilly Kurtz Dr. Mitchel Livingston Tom Smith |
Members Steve Boymel Bree Bergman Kristi Clement Williams John Cohen Werner Coppel Henry Fenichel Father Michael Graham Roma Kaltman Marcy Kanter |
Senator Eric Kearney Margie Meyer Dr. Michael Meyer Jennifer Mooney Dr. Myrtis Powell Rabbi Robert Reiner Zahava Rendler Dr. Raphael Warren Dr. Albert Weisbrot Rep. Tyrone K. Yates |
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The Center's Staff
Sarah L. Weiss, Executive Director – Since joining the staff in 2004 through a local AmeriCorps program, Public Allies, Sarah has passionately and diligently endeavored to establish a highly respected reputation and long-lasting community presence on behalf of the organization. She has taken on a number of roles as a full-time staff member of CHHE, most recently guiding CHHE through its transition into a successful, independent 501(c)(3) organization. Throughout Sarah’s tenure, she has worked to formulate lasting partnerships with organizations and educational facilities locally, nationally and internationally. In 2007 she lead 30 local high school students on an educational journey to Poland and Israel as a part of a collaborative venture between CHHE and the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati. Weiss holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati and is a graduate of the Teaching the Holocaust and Antisemitism course at the esteemed Yad Vashem International School for Holocaust Studies most recently became a Lerner Fellow through an advanced course sponsored by the Jewish Foundation for the Righteous at Columbia University. She is the 2007 recipient of the Public Allies “Changemaker” award. Sarah was recently elected to the OH Holocaust Council and became a Commissioner for the Cincinnati Human Relations Commission. Furthermore, Sarah brings a personal connection to this work as the granddaughter of Holocaust survivors.
Contact her at sweiss@holocaustandhumanity.org or 513.487.3091
Frances Donohue, Program Coordinator – Francie first became involved with the Center as a public relations intern while earning her Bachelors of Communication at the University of Cincinnati. While at UC, Frances took several courses relating to Judaic studies and the Holocaust, sparking her interest in Holocaust education. In her role as Program Coordinator, Frances organizes presentations by members of the Speaker’s Bureau, assists other organizations in securing CHHE’s traveling exhibits, and arranges additional programs. Francie is pleased to have the opportunity to support CHHE’s many endeavors.
Contact her at fdonohue@holocaustandhumanity.org or 513.487.3055
Kate Morris, Education and Collections Coordinator - Kate received her B.A. in international relations from Xavier University in May 2010. While at Xavier, Kate became involved with CHHE as a work-study intern and was in that position for four years. As the education coordinator, Kate will be taking CHHE’s traveling exhibit, Out of the Attic, to schools and organizations in the tri-state area. Kate is exited to be back at CHHE and is looking forward to educating local students and community members about the lessons of the Holocaust.
Contact her at kmorris@holocaustandhumanity.org or 513.487.3055
Annual Budget: $300,000
Funding: CHHE has been privileged with support from funding sources such as Cinergy Foundation, Cintas, The Conference of Jewish Material Claims Against Germany, Federated Department Stores Foundation, Fine Arts Fund, The Fisher Family Foundation, Frisch's Big Boy, The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, The Jewish Material Claims Against Germany, Kroger Company, Mills Trust Fund of the United Way of Greater Cincinnati, National City Bank, The Ohio Humanities Council, PNC Bank, Proctor and Gamble, The State of Ohio, The Stillson Foundation, Time Warner Cable and U.S. Bank. To donate please click here.
Partnerships: At CHHE, we take pride in our ability to cultivate significant and lasting partnerships with myriad community organizations to create, organize and implement educational programming. Collaboration has proven to be a key element in our success and has enabled us to work with numerous organizations such as the Jewish Foundation for the Righteous, Bridges for a Just Community, Cincinnati Public Schools, Human Rights Watch, Miami University, The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Ohio Humanities Council, University of Cincinnati, Xavier University and a variety of additional organizations.
Thanks,
The Center for Holocaust and Humanity Education thanks Mahan Advertising, Inc. for helping us launch our new website.
