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Holocaust Memorial Day: 27 January

We are commemorating Holocaust Memorial Day with a series of events to honour the victims of the Holocaust, and reflect on its enduring lessons.

The theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2026 is 'Bridging Generations', encouraging us to engage actively with the past - to listen, to learn and to carry those lessons forward. By doing so, we build a bridge between memory and action, between history and hope for the future.

Find out here about the events, talks and activities happening across the University to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.

Candlelight Vigil

Tuesday 27 January
We will be holding a space in the Piazza for people to come and light a candle in memory of those who died in the Holocaust.

Time: 11am - 5pm

Location: Piazza

Holocaust survivor - Talk with Uri Winterstein

Thursday 29 January

A unique opportunity to hear from Holocaust survivor Uri Winterstein for a story of survival, rebuilding and hope. All are welcome, but registrations must be made in advance via the Students' Union website.

Time: 7pm

Location: The Central Campus location will be shared with those who've registered.

Member of staff? You'll be prompted to create a guest account to book your ticket.

Book exhibition

To commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day, the Library is hosting a display of books reflecting on the theme of 'bridging generations'. The display will centre the testimonies of Holocaust survivors and will display a selection of books from the Library's collections.

Thursday 22 January - Thursday 29 January

Location: Find the display on the first floor, next to the Library Helpdesk.

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