Holocaust Memorial Day 2025: For a better future
This Holocaust Memorial Day, 27 January, marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration camp complex, and the 30th anniversary of the genocide in Bosnia.
About Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD)
HMD is an international day of remembrance for the millions of innocent people murdered during the Holocaust and subsequent genocides. HMD also honours all survivors, and all those whose lives have been touched and changed beyond recognition.
How we’re supporting events
We’re supporting the charity, 6 Million+, who work amongst the local Kirklees community to create temporary art installations every year to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day.
Libraries have a collection of books, information and resources for anyone wanting to learn more about historical events, that allow people of all ages to understand and start conversations to help with learning.
We’ll also be lighting up our town halls in remembrance.
Councillor Amanda Pinnock, Cabinet Member for Education and Communities said:
“Holocaust Memorial Day unites people and communities in remembrance, reflection and education about the lives lost through the Holocaust and subsequent genocides.
“This year marks significant milestones: marking 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau and 30 years since the genocide in Bosnia.
“Though time marches on, we must ensure these atrocious events are not forgotten but passed down through generations so we can continue to learn from them.
“We are very fortunate to have the Holocaust Centre North based right here in Kirklees where we can learn about what really happened in history through the stories of survivors and refugees who made the north of England their home.”
Get involved with local events and information
Tuesday 28 January, 6pm
Holocaust Centre North, University of Huddersfield
An evening of remembrance and commemoration with guest artists, performers, and speakers.
Mondays – Thursdays, 10am – 4pm
Holocaust Centre North, University of Huddersfield
An interactive exhibition with photos and videos showing the story of 16 children and young people who came to the north of England as refugees or Holocaust survivors and made new lives here.
Learn more about HMD and read real-life stories as well as how to get involved and create a tribute.