Saturday 27 January marks Holocaust Memorial Day – a day to acknowledge and remember those who suffered in World War II. The date marks the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, the largest Nazi concentration and death camp. We can also use the day to think of the lives of those that have been affected by the genocides happening in more recent times.

By paying our respects to the survivors, we should use their experiences to shape how we think and live presently and into the future.

There are groups in the United Kingdom who still face unjust discrimination daily. It is essential that we continue to create a safer environment for everyone to live without fear of discrimination and that’s why inclusivity is one of our core values at The Students’ Union. It is crucial to celebrate the diversity in our students and create a safer and brighter future. We are proud to be a part of a tolerant and multicultural city like Bristol. We must not forget the past and ensure that we work together to create a safer, brighter future.

To mark Holocaust Memorial Day, here is a list of local events you can attend:

Bristol Holocaust Memorial Day Civic Commemoration 2024

Date: Friday, 26 January 2024

Time: 11:00-13:00

Location: Bristol City Council, College Green, BS1 5TR

Tickets: Bristol Holocaust Memorial Day 2024 Tickets, Fri 26 Jan 2024 at 11:00 | Eventbrite

Bath Holocaust Memorial Day Commemoration 2024

Date: Thursday, 25 January 2024

Time: 17:45 – 19:00

Location: Guildhall, High Street, BA1 5AW

Tickets: Holocaust Memorial Day Commemoration 2024 Tickets, Thu 25 Jan 2024 at 17:45 | Eventbrite