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Hosted by HMDT and Novus, the leading prison education organisation, the event brought together distinguished guests, community representatives and educational partners, including Deputy Lieutenant of Greater Manchester Paul Griffiths DL, Esq, The Lord Mayor of Greater Manchester, Councillor Carmine Grimshaw and Holocaust survivor Anne Super.

We are delighted to announce the launch of our new education resources to help schools, community groups and individuals mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2026 in meaningful and accessible ways.

We were delighted to welcome distinguished legal professionals to a private fundraising event, marking the 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg Trials. 

Statement from the Chief Executive of Holocaust Memorial Day Trust, Olivia Marks-Woldman OBE.

These beautiful commemorative candles can be lit on Holocaust Memorial Day, 27 January, as part of our Light the Darkness national moment.

Through our work, we help people learn the vital lessons of the past - about prejudice, hatred, and the cost of silence. By understanding these lessons, we can work together to build a safer, more compassionate society.

We are inviting landmarks, buildings and community spaces across the UK to light up in purple for Holocaust Memorial Day at 8pm on Tuesday 27 January 2026, as part of our national Light the Darkness moment.

“I’m only a drop in the ocean. But I’ve made up my mind that as long as God gives me the strength, physical and mental, to continue doing it, I have committed myself to keep on doing it. So that’s why I’m here at age 94, speaking to you.” Manfred Goldberg