January 27 is International Holocaust Remembrance Day, designated by the United Nations General Assembly in 2005. This date commemorates the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration and extermination camp,1945.
The day honors the memory of the six million Jews, along with millions of other victims, including Romani people, disabled individuals, political prisoners, and others, who were murdered during the Holocaust.
It serves as a time to reflect on the horrors of the Holocaust, educate about its history, and reaffirm a commitment to combat antisemitism, racism, and all forms of intolerance to prevent such atrocities from happening again. Events around the world often include ceremonies, survivor testimonies, educational programs, and moments of silence.
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