EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS
COURAGE TO CARE WORKSHOP FORMAT
This workshop explores the dangers of prejudice both from a historical perspective, and in the modern world, encouraging students to challenge discrimination in all its forms
FILM
A brief introductory film gives historical background to the Holocaust as an extreme example of the consequences of intolerance and prejudice.
A survivor’s testimony
A Holocaust survivor gives personal testimony about how their rescuers demonstrated the courage to care.
Facilitated discussion
Led by trained facilitators, students are encouraged to reflect on their own life experiences and to relate the examples provided in the program to their own lives, thus contextualising the experience.
COURAGE TO REMEMBER WORKSHOP FORMAT
An engaging workshop that gives history a voice, bringing it to life and intricately intertwines the lessons of the Holocaust and our social responsibilities today. The workshop is split into 3 parts.
The RISE OF NAZI GERMANY
The first half of the workshop provides a detailed context for the rise of Nazi Germany by exploring post World War 1 Germany. The intricacies and impact of propaganda are investigated and the subsequent demonisation, discrimination and exclusion are discussed. In an interactive activity we explore the importance of our Democratic rights and the ill-effects of the Nuremberg Laws and Racial Science.
ANATOMY OF THE HOLOCAUST
The second half of the workshop examines the anatomy of the Holocaust from the outbreak of World War 2, life in the Ghettos, Einsatzgruppen, The “Final Solution” to Liberation. The theme of Resistance and the resilience of the human spirit in the Holocaust is explored as well as Democracy, discrimination and the world today. This leads on to investigating the importance of Upstanders and the Righteous Among the Nations which inspires, and prompts facilitated discussion on social justice, moral compass and our responsibilities today.
A SURVIVOR’s testimony
Lastly, moving testimony is given by a Holocaust Survivor or second-generation survivor.
THE HOLOCAUST THROUGH HANA’S EYES
This educational workshop is an entry level introduction to the Holocaust for students in Year 6 and 7 and is based on the book Hana’s Suitcase by Karen Levine. The workshop uses multimedia and facilitated discussion and is reflective in its approach. Students learn about the Holocaust in the context of its impact on the Brady family. This workshop encourages students to reflect on the consequences of discrimination both today and in the past. It promotes discussion, critical thinking and develops an awareness of our responsibilities as humans today, leaving students with a positive and empowering message.
VIRTUAL LEARNING
An engaging workshop that gives history a voice, bringing it to life and intricately intertwines the lessons of the Holocaust and our social responsibilities today. This workshop includes an overview of the rise of Nazi Germany and the anatomy of the Holocaust, touching survivor testimony and facilitation that provokes thought, encourages opinions and interaction and empowers participants to be proactive citizens.
CONTEMPORARY HISTORY
This workshop provides a contextual overview of the rise of Nazism and the Holocaust to scaffold and support the study of ‘Anne Frank: The Diary of A Young Girl’. The workshop teaches young people about the roots and consequences of prejudice and discrimination and is both interactive and impactful. Students will have an increased knowledge and understanding around Anne Frank, the Holocaust , prejudice and discrimination. This workshop will leave participants with a lasting and empowering message to act based on the relevant lessons of the Holocaust.
COURAGE TO CARE WORKSHOP FORMAT
FILM
A brief introductory film gives historical background to the Holocaust as an extreme example of the consequences of intolerance and prejudice.
The Exhibition
The exhibition recounts stories of the rescuers and the people they saved, on multi-media screens. It also includes the stories of Local Heroes.
A survivor’s testimony
A Holocaust survivor gives personal testimony about how their rescuers demonstrated the courage to care.
Facilitated discussion
Led by trained facilitators, students are encouraged to reflect on their own life experiences and to relate the examples provided in the program to their own lives, thus contextualising the experience.
COURAGE TO REMEMBER WORKSHOP FORMAT
An engaging workshop that gives history a voice, bringing it to life and intricately intertwines the lessons of the Holocaust and our social responsibilities today. The workshop is split into 3 parts.
The RISE OF NAZI GERMANY
The first half of the workshop provides a detailed context for the rise of Nazi Germany by exploring post World War 1 Germany. The intricacies and impact of propaganda are investigated and the subsequent demonisation, discrimination and exclusion are discussed. In an interactive activity we explore the importance of our Democratic rights and the ill-effects of the Nuremberg Laws and Racial Science.
ANATOMY OF THE HOLOCAUST
The second half of the workshop examines the anatomy of the Holocaust from the outbreak of World War 2, life in the Ghettos, Einsatzgruppen, The “Final Solution” to Liberation. The theme of Resistance and the resilience of the human spirit in the Holocaust is explored as well as Democracy, discrimination and the world today. This leads on to investigating the importance of Upstanders and the Righteous Among the Nations which inspires, and prompts facilitated discussion on social justice, moral compass and our responsibilities today.
A SURVIVOR’s testimony
Lastly, moving testimony is given by a Holocaust Survivor or second-generation survivor.
COURAGE TO REMEMBER WORKSHOP FORMAT
A multimedia engaging workshop that combines and intertwines principal elements of both the Courage to Remember and Courage to Care workshops.
This workshop explores the rise of Nazi Germany, examines the anatomy of the Holocaust in its entirety including the resilience of the human spirit and brave rescuers and heroes during this time.
Facilitated discussion is then led by trained facilitators, students are encouraged to reflect on their own life experiences and to relate the examples provided in the program to their own lives, thus contextualising the experience.
“ There may be times we are powerless to prevent injustice, but there must never be a time when we fail to protest.”
Elie Wiesel
EXCURSIONS AND INCURSIONS
EXCURSION
We welcome you to visit us at the Holocaust Institute where trained volunteers will guide you through our engaging educational workshop
We limit groups to 55 students with a minimum of 10 students. Student cohorts of less than 10 are welcome to join with other school groups
Cafeteria facilities are not available, and we urge you to bring snacks and drinks.
Wheelchair access facilities are available on request.
As we are dedicated to education our professional workshops are offered to schools at no cost. However, we welcome and are grateful for donations.
A cancellation fee of $50 will be incurred if a workshop is cancelled with less than a week’s notice.
INCURSION
We are happy to come to you. A representative will be in touch with you at the time of booking to ensure that your location meets the logistic criteria in order to deliver a high quality program.
Incursions can be booked with a minimum of 15 students, workshops are limited to 55 students per session. Should you require multiple sessions, please let our representative know upon booking.
As we are dedicated to education, our professional workshops are free of charge. However, we welcome and are grateful for donations.
A cancellation fee of $50 will be incurred if a workshop is cancelled with less than a week’s notice.