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In 1994 we launched an unprecedented effort to record, preserve, and share the testimonies of Holocaust survivors. Over the past 30 years, we have built a world-class institute anchored in their voices. Learn more about our global impact.

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We are currently recording survivors and other witnesses of the Holocaust. If you are a survivor or know someone who is, we would love to hear from you. We are also looking for interviewers.

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Latest News


Survivors and Liberators Reunite at Dachau in "The Liberators: Why We Fought"


Comcast Xfinity subscribers can watch the film on-demand as part of USC Shoah Foundation’s PastFORWARD broadcast through December 29. Read More

Iberoamericana University in Mexico City Opens Visual History Archive Access Site


Iberoamericana University in Mexico City is the first university in Latin America to gain full access to the Visual History Archive. Read More

“Teaching About Genocide” Educator Resource Launches on Echoes and Reflections


With an audience of 75 participants, the webinar broke Echoes and Reflections’ record for most people registered and most attended. Read More

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The USC Shoah Foundation's educational programs bring survivors' voices into classrooms, preserving the memory of the Holocaust and inspiring future generations to strengthen democratic values, confront antisemitism, and work toward building more peaceful, respectful, and inclusive societies.