Cyprus, Greece Sign Memorandum to Preserve Holocaust Memory, Fight Anti-Semitism
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OCP News Service – 28/02/2024
Nicosia – Cyprus: In a significant step towards preserving the memory of the Holocaust and combating anti-Semitism, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed on February 27, 2024, in a special ceremony at the Cypriot Ministry of Education, Sports, and Youth.
Signatories:
- Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth of the Republic of Cyprus
- Archbishop Georgios of Cyprus for Church of Cyprus
- Ministry of Education, Religion and Sports of the Hellenic Republic
- Metropolitan Panteleimon of Maroneia and Komotini for Church of Greece
- Central Jewish Council of Greece
- Jewish Museum of Greece
Key Actions:
- Organize seminars
- Create a joint digital platform for educators in Cyprus and Greece to collaborate
- Undertake educational initiatives including:
- Annual student competition on the Holocaust
- School visits to relevant sites
- Student-led projects on the topic
Joint Working Committee:
A committee will be formed with representatives from all six signatories to identify and further develop areas of cooperation.
Significance:
This collaborative effort between government bodies, religious institutions, and cultural organizations demonstrates a strong commitment to:
- Remembering the victims of the Holocaust
- Educating future generations about this dark chapter in history
- Combating anti-Semitism, racism, and intolerance in all forms
This initiative serves as a powerful example of collective action to preserve historical memory and foster a future free from prejudice and discrimination.
Source:
OCP News Service
