Receiving my German Citizenship 80 years after Mom and her family lost theirs in the Holocaust. Why reconciliation is the way forward.
Stories like these must be shared, because hatred and prejudice still exist. Educating others, as well as refraining from blaming people who had nothing to do with what happened, is the way forward…. [Carolyn Duclos]
Generation2Generation: Why I am Telling My Mother’s Story
By knowing about the past, young people in particular can challenge those who would prefer the world to forget and help to promote positive values of inclusivity and tolerance.
I talk about how my mother’s story resonates today, and the importance of acceptance and understanding, when people are still fleeing wars, starvation and persecution in search of a better life... [Diana Cook]
Repair and Reconciliation
Reconciliation is a journey, not a destination. We must continue to move forward and strengthen our efforts – now and without hesitation. We cannot wait for the perfect moment. It will not arrive. We cannot wait for the stars to align. They will not. We cannot wait for things to be just right. They never will be. If you or others you know feel the desire to learn more, do it. If you or others you know feel the desire to connect, engage…. [Tad Kelly]