Empowering educators to teach Holocaust history with integrity, purpose, and impact — because understanding the past is essential to protecting our shared future.
Services
Holocaust Educators Cohort
In an era of rising misinformation and antisemitism, teaching the Holocaust demands unwavering commitment to documented truth. This cohort empowers educators to anchor instruction in authentic primary sources — equipping them to teach this complex history with confidence and clarity.
“Power of Place”: European Summer Institute for Holocaust Educators
As Holocaust survivors pass from living memory, it’s imperative that educators personally engage with authentic historic sites — where truth resides & history is held in the land itself. In the absence of survivors, place remains a powerful witness, echoing voices like that of Yitskhok Rudashevski who wrote, “Space stands as a witness to what happened.” At a time when facts are under siege and antisemitism is resurgent, these places provide irrefutable testimony and inspire the moral clarity essential to Holocaust education. The Summer Institute runs annually, in partnership with the Jewish Community Relations Council of MN and the Dakotas, with different itineraries and locations each year.
Special Projects
I’d love to connect about future projects that align with our shared goals. Examples of recent and ongoing collaborations include:
Certificate Program in Holocaust History & Pedagogy
Educator resources rich in primary sources
Film projects
Survivor Memoirs and Narratives
Presentations for school districts, museums, education centers on various topics
Keynote Address
During my tenure at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., I researched and created a learning module that examines the role of educational institutions and individual teachers during the Holocaust (“Oath and Opposition: Education Under the Third Reich”). It explores why some teachers chose to take an oath of loyalty to Adolf Hitler and comply with Nazi ideology, while others chose to act in opposition. Through this presentation, we examine the pressures teachers felt under the Nazi regime, the range of decisions individuals made in the face of those pressures, and the relevance of this history today.
Clients
Testimonials
Paul Salmons | Director, Paul Salmons Associates, London, United Kingdom
“I had the pleasure to work with Kristin at a teacher development seminar in Dublin, Ireland, and was struck by the power of her presentation 'Oath and Opposition', a profound and deeply moving examination of the role of teachers during the Holocaust. Not only was the material carefully researched and developed, but Kristin's handling of the sources and her skillful questioning of the workshop participants led to deep learning and a profound impact.”
Dr. James Waller | Christopher J. Dodd Chair in Human Rights Practice, University of CT
“Kristin’s lifelong commitment to making a world of difference is needed today more than ever. With a deep professionalism and passion, she brings an insightful expertise to understanding why the past matters for our present and future.”
Carl Wilkens | Co-Founder and Director, World Outside My Shoes; Only American to stay in Rwanda during the 1994 genocide
“I first crossed paths with Kristin in 2013 and have had the privilege of working with her many times since. I’ve always appreciated both her passion and depth of knowledge in human rights and Holocaust / genocide education. She’s a true champion for teachers in her support of them and dedication to making resources and opportunities available, enhancing the learning experience for both teacher and student. Her approachable and easy demeanor puts people at ease right away, setting the stage for learning experiences that contribute towards positive change both locally and around the globe.”
Let’s Collaborate!
Whether facilitating professional development opportunities, designing impactful resources, or advising on pedagogy, I’d love to discuss how I might be of service to your school, organization, or institution.
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