The presentation examines contemporary debates in Hungary concerning the interpretation and public representation of the Holocaust. Particular attention is given to political and symbolic controversies surrounding monuments and narratives that shape collective memory and national responsibility.
This presentation analyses post-communist discussions in Slovakia regarding the historical role of clerical figures associated with the wartime Slovak State. It focuses on attempts to reinterpret or rehabilitate controversial historical actors and the implications such narratives have for Holocaust memory and public discourse.
The presentation discusses the historical and political foundations of contemporary Polish memory policy related to the Holocaust. It explores how narratives about the Second World War and the Holocaust have been shaped by political, social, and institutional factors in Poland.
The presentation explores how museums shape public understanding of the Holocaust through specific narrative frameworks and exhibition strategies. It focuses on how certain aspects of wartime history are emphasized while others may remain marginalized within museum representations.
The presentation addresses the growing use of the figure of Janusz Korczak in educational and commemorative narratives about the Holocaust. It reflects on the risks of simplifying or decontextualizing historical figures when they are frequently invoked in contemporary educational discourse.
The presentation analyses new museum practices that seek to engage visitors through sensory and emotional experiences. It discusses how such approaches are increasingly used in Holocaust exhibitions, particularly in the context of the fading generation of direct witnesses.
The presentation examines the impact of artificial intelligence and digital technologies on visual representations of the Holocaust. It highlights both the opportunities and risks associated with AI-generated images and their potential to influence historical understanding.
The presentation reflects on contemporary debates that link the Holocaust with current political conflicts. It explores the complexities and controversies surrounding such comparisons and their implications for Holocaust education and public discourse.
