When Hitler came to power in 1933, trade unionists were amongst the first groups to be targeted for persecution by the Nazi regime. Their values were at odds with the Nazi vision of an authoritarian state. Today, trade union members continue to speak out and combat hatred, prejudice and discrimination.
‘Journeys’ is the theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2014 which reminds us that the experience of those affected by the Holocaust and subsequent genocides is characterised by forced journeys.
Through the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust for 2014, you can learn about the multitude of journeys that people were forced to undertake, in fear of what would be found at the end. Activities will include a mix of events.
For more on the Holocaust Memorial Day 2014 theme, vision and other resources visit the Holocaust Memorial Day website.
Holocaust Memorial Day would be happy to send their free activity pack to every UNISON regional office making it even easier for officers and members to mark the day with activities throughout the year. if you would like to receive this, please contact Naomi Line at Naomi.Line@hmd.org.uk; telephone: 020 77857029; mobile: 07950672878.
You can also visit the HMD website at hmd.org.uk.
