Image Library

Using images is a powerful way to share the messages raised by HMD at your events. You’ll find a selection of photographs in our Image Library which we think are suitable, and you are allowed to use these as you wish so long as you do not edit or crop the images and you must supply copyright information as requested. Please pay close attention to the captions for each photograph – it’s important that you tell the whole story behind an image when using it. You’ll find more advice on organising a HMD event by ordering our free Campaign Pack

We encourage you to adhere to the following guidance when considering which images you use at your events:

  • consider why you are using images. Do they contribute to the narrative of your event? Know what you want the images to achieve and never use for shock value alone
  • avoid unnecessary, repeated or inappropriate images of dead bodies or open mass graves. If you feel that you must use such images ensure that they are used to highlight the destruction of communities
  • avoid using images of Holocaust or genocide victims which dehumanise individuals
  • do not use images which glamorise the Nazis. Particularly avoid images of Nazi flags, uniforms, salutes etc. Ensure that any images are used in the context of highlighting the consequences of Nazi policy
  • consider your audience. Primary school children often participate in Holocaust Memorial Day events. Do not risk upsetting children or offending their parents
  • if you have a speaker, particularly a Holocaust or genocide Survivor, discuss with them the images that you are considering using. Try to avoid images that your speaker may find distressing
  • if you feel that a particular image, while shocking, adds to the desired impact of the event explain clearly why you are using this image and consider issuing a brief warning

Within each section below, you will find relevant images relating to different aspects of the Holocaust and subsequent genocides. We’ve tried to make it as easy as possible for you to navigate these, but please do contact the HMDT Team if you would like any further information or advice.
We would like to thank the Wiener Library for providing the majority of these images for your use. If you do need the images in a higher resolution or a different format, please contact their archive department

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