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Pathways to Healing Transgenerational Holocaust Trauma
I warmly invite you to participate in our 49th Annual Conference, titled Breaking Cycles of Violence: Psychohistorical Perspectives on Individual and Collective Healing. The conference will take place May 29–31, 2026, and will explore the psychological roots of violence as well as pathways…
UnBroken Screening honoring the Weber Siblings’ 80th Anniversary in America
Screening of UnBroken followed by a Q&A with director Beth Lane, moderated by Eva Fogelman, PhD.
Community Yom Hashoah Commemoration
Together as one community let us gather to remember our 6 million martyrs in a brief program consisting of readings, music and prayer. The featured speaker will be Dr. Eva Fogelman, pioneer expert on intergenerational transmission of trauma. This year’s…
This Ordinary Thing | Q&A with Eva Fogelman
Haunting and unforgettable, This Ordinary Thing tells the story of non-Jews who helped save Jewish people across Europe during The Holocaust. The film combines never-before-seen archival footage with the testimonies of over forty different people who, working independently and at…
Eva Fogelman in Conversation with Sandee Brawarsky
Join us in conversation with prominent psychologist and 2G Eva Fogelman and award-winning journalist Sandee Brawarsky, as they explore the legacy of the 2G experience from a personal and psychological perspective. Click here to register and get a Zoom link.
Stories Survive: “Family Treasures” Book Talk
In her memoir, Family Treasures Lost and Found, journalist Karen A. Frenkel investigates her relatives’ unspoken stories of survival and the extremely unlikely odds of escaping the Nazis. Family Treasures is her detective story; an intergenerational sleuthing adventure using journalistic and genealogical research techniques to fill…
Hannah Senesh
“Hannah Senesh” premiered last night (October 19th) and will run until November 11th at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street.) Click on this link for info about performances: https://bfany.org/theatre-row/shows/hannah-senesh/.Talkbacks of Note for the Minyan M’at Community: October 26th at 5 pm: Eva Fogelman November 4th at…
Contemporary poets respond to the Holocaust
AFTER: Poetry Destroys Silence: Screening followed by Q+A with producer and poet Janet R. Kirchheimer, poet and actor Géza Röhrig, and poet Edward Hirsch, moderated by Eva Fogelman. Tue, Jan 28, 7 pm, Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan (L2 Auditorium). $18…
Opening of the Judith S. Kestenberg Papers at the Library of Congress
Eva Fogelman will give a talk and participate in a panel discussion: Interviews with Holocaust Child Survivors as it Relates to the Field of Psychohistory Join us in celebrating the legacy of Judith S. Kestenberg, a Jewish-Polish-American psychiatrist and psychoanalyst….
Kindertransport Commemoration
The rescue network known as the Kindertransport saved the lives of nearly 10,000 children between the years of 1938 and 1940 by transporting them from Nazi Germany to England. This year marks the 85th anniversary of the Kindertransport. To commemorate…
A Pocketful of Miracles | Kristallnacht at HERC
Join us for Kristallnacht Film! HERC is pleased to welcome filmmaker, director, and producer Aviva Kempner, who creates successful and critically-acclaimed documentaries about social justice. In A Pocketful of Miracles: A Tale of Two Siblings, she chronicles her mother Hanka…
Film Screening Panel – After: Poetry Destroys Silence
Join Town & Village Synagogue for a Wine & Cheese Sunday. View the film at 1 pm and 3 pm group viewings of “After: Poetry Destroys Silence” at Cinema Village, located at 22 East 12th Street. Tickets for the film and tickets…
Echoes of Children’s Survival: Opening the Kestenberg Archive Online
Dr. Sharon Kangisser-Cohen (Yad Vashem) in a Conversation with Dr. Eva Fogelman (Psychologist, Filmmaker and Author) | Echoes of Children’s Survival: Unveiling the Kestenberg Archive Online In 1981, the late Dr. Judith and Milton Kestenberg started interviewing Holocaust Child Survivors….
A Pocketful of Miracles screening at Cornell Cinema
“A Pocketful of Miracles: A Tale of Two Siblings” Free Screening at Cornell University April 10, 2024 at 7:00PM Click HERE to Reserve Tickets Listed as one of the Best Films of 2023 by “The Washington Post” and Winner of the Audience…
A Pocketful of Miracles screening March 3 at the Katzen Arts Center
See Aviva Kempner’s New Documentary “A Pocketful of Miracles” – March 3 at the Katzen Arts Center at 4pm Tickets are free but you must make a reservation Hanka and Dudek Ciesla grew up in a loving Jewish family in…
A Pocket Full of Miracles screening with talkback
A Pocketful of Miracles: A Tale of Two Siblings (2023 106 minutes) will be screened in Manhattan on Feb 17 and Feb 19 at the New Plaza Theater and at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan (L2 Auditorium) on Feb 27…
Lifetime Achievement Awards for Extraordinary Accomplishments in Psychohistory
Lifetime Achievement Awards for Extraordinary Accomplishments in Psychohistory Presented by Psychohistory Forum to Distinguished Women Scholars December 2, 2023, 11am-1:30pm EST (virtual room opens at 10:30am EST) This is our 4th Lifetime Achievement Awards ceremony at Psychohistory Forum, and it is…
Psychotherapy with Generations of the Holocaust
In this webinar, Eva Fogelman (PhD) – a pioneer in working with generations of the Holocaust – provides an overview of the therapeutic approaches in work with survivors and descendants of the Shoah. Registration for event: https://eveeno.com/353079271 Eva Fogelman is…
They Carry the Torch: Life Affirming Legacies of Descendants of Holocaust Survivors
The Shalom Club presents: Dr. Eva Fogelman Traditionally, descendants of Holocaust survivors as a group have been viewed as irrevocably traumatized by what their parents suffered. Now psychologist Eva Fogelman PhD offers a different narrative, providing moving and life-affirming stories…
Stanley Milgram @ 90: What is his legacy?
Ninety years after the birth of Stanley Milgram (1933-1984), what is the legacy of this unique researcher, teacher, and essayist? I spoke at this event. Here is what I said: Stanley Milgram ReminiscencesEva Fogelman, PhD October 31, New York City…
Psychoanalytic and Cultural Aspects of Trauma and the Holocaust
The Arnold and Leona Finkler Institute of Holocaust Research at Bar-Ilan University and the Faculty of Jewish Studies invites you to a Book Launch. Psychoanalytic and Cultural Aspects of Trauma and the Holocaust: Between Postmemory and Postmemorial WorkRony Alfandary and…
Who Will Speak for Them?
A gathering for Second Generation (2G) & Third Generation (3G) Holocaust survivors Click to email Elise at Shalom Connecticut Presented by Holocaust Child Survivors Of Connecticut, Inc. Join us for brunch and conversation with DR. EVA FOGELMAN Sunday, Jan. 15…
Book Launch-The List: The Making of an Online Transnational Second Generation Community
in Hebrew Panel discussion about the book- The List: The Making of an Online Transnational Second Generation Community On the 84th anniversary of “Crystal Night” we are honored to invite you to the launch event of the book edited by…
“Researchers Remember” Book Talk
For descendants of Holocaust survivors who became researchers and scholars, whether they devoted their professional lives to the Holocaust or to other topics, the Holocaust often accompanies their professional lives like a shadow. The new book Researchers Remember: Research as…
“The Flat” Screening and Discussion
After the death of his grandmother Gerda, director Arnon Goldfinger was responsible for emptying out the Tel Aviv apartment where she lived for seventy years since she and her husband fled Nazi Germany in the 1930s. Goldfinger made a startling discovery while…
Be Empowered: Ways To Confront Antisemitism
Our April 5th Next Generations Group(NGG) get-together featured Bob Horenstein, Jewish Federation of Greater Portland, who spoke about the rise in antisemitism and touched on ways to respond to it. Afterwards, there was a palpable desire from participants to continue…
Transgenerational transmission of trauma and resilience: from awareness to working through
I will present Myths and Realities about Intergenerational Transmission of Trauma on Sunday March 6, 2022 between 9:30 am and Noon. Myths and Realities about Intergenerational Transmission of Trauma by Eva Fogelman Abstract: Trauma has become so commonplace that it has lost…
Jewish in America: Shattered Safety with Increased Antisemitism
The hostage situation at a synagogue in Colleyvilles, TX is the latest reminder of the increased antisemitism found in the United States today. Throughout the country, many Jews are fearful that they themselves or their communities might become the target…
Zaglada – performed reading of a new play by Richard Vetere
Zaglada – performed reading of a new play by Richard Vetere New York City – In Person The Kosciuszko Foundation invites you to a performed reading of Zagłada (Holocaust) A new play by Richard Vetere featuring: Jon Avner, Jennean Farmer, Iza…
Transforming Moments: A Conversation With Diane Von Furstenberg
Before she was an international fashion icon and a member of the TIME 100, Diane von Furstenberg was a young girl growing up with parents who had just survived the Holocaust. Her father, originally from Moldova, escaped the Nazis in Switzerland. Her…
2021 Rosen Summer Symposium on Children in the Holocaust
Appalachian State University’s Center for Judaic, Holocaust, and Peace Studies will hold the 19th Annual Martin and Doris Rosen Summer Symposium from July 18-23, 2021. The 19th Symposium will focus on Children in the Holocaust. The language of instruction is…
Women Resistance Fighters during the Holocaust
Judy Batalion, author of The Light of Days: The Untold Story of Women Resistance Fighters in Hitler’s Ghettos will discuss the young women who found different ways of fighting back against the Nazis, with filmmaker Aviva Kempner, who produced and conceived of…
Holocaust Survivor. Nazi Hunter. Wall Street Tycoon: The Siggi Wilzig Story
Discover the remarkable true story of Auschwitz survivor, Wall Street legend, and philanthropist Siegbert (Siggi) B. Wilzig in this exclusive program for members. Wilzig’s story is the basis of author and Holocaust scholar Joshua M. Greene’s recent book, Unstoppable: Siggi B. Wilzig’s Astonishing…
Other Voices: Daughters of the Holocaust
The University of Miami School of Education & Human Development and The Leslie and Susan Gonda (Goldschmied) Foundation together with The Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Division of Academics, Department of Social Sciences presented the 20th Anniversary Holocaust Teacher Institute June…
Founders of the Second Generation Movement
A panel with Helen Epstein, Dr. Eva Fogelman, Menachem Rosensaft moderated by Kati Marton. Thursday May 6, 5pm -5:45pm ET. Join us for a once in a lifetime event to commemorate the 75th anniversary of liberation from the Holocaust. May…
Love & Sex Across Holocaust Generations
Featured Keynote Speakers Love & Sex Across Holocaust GenerationsWith Dr. Eva Fogelman & Esther Perel May 5, 2021 @ 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm EDT Find out how past traumatic experiences affect new intimate relations from therapists experienced in working with Holocaust families. Click here…
Yom HaShoah Book Talk: Remembering the Holocaust Through the Life of Siggi Wilzig
In commemoration of Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), join us for a conversation with Joshua M. Greene, author of Unstoppable: Siggi B. Wilzig’s Astonishing Journey from Auschwitz Survivor and Penniless Immigrant to Wall Street Legend. Greene, a lecturer on Holocaust history,…
Trauma, the Jewish Experience, and Lessons for Post-Covid Mental Health
The Jewish experience includes a history of dislocation, trauma, and resilience. World-renowned experts in the fields of trauma, epigenetics, and mental health will discuss the implications of the research and clinical work they have done with Holocaust survivors, Israeli soldiers,…
An Expert Breaks the Silence: the Generation After the Holocaust
In commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, NCJW/CLE and the Kol Israel Foundation bring Dr. Eva Fogelman, nationally recognized pioneer in the treatment of the psychological effects of the Holocaust on survivors and their descendants, to moderate a panel discussion of second and…
Transforming Moments with Eva Fogelman and Zalmen Mlotek
For three generations, from Warsaw to Vilna to Shanghai to New York, the Mlotek family has played a major role preserving Yiddish culture and heritage. Join Zalmen Mlotek, Artistic Director of the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) and Musical Director…
Critical Images of Relationships | Part 4
4- Part Discussion Series: Critical Images of Relationships in the Third Generation of Holocaust Survivors Session 4: Consequences of a Holocaust family history on one’s committed relationships Sunday, November 22 11:00AM – 12:30PM ET Virtual Event on Zoom for 8…
Critical Images of Relationships | Part 3
4- Part Discussion Series: Critical Images of Relationships in the Third Generation of Holocaust Survivors Session 3: Critical images of one’s own experience with intimate relations developmentally Sunday, November 15 11:00AM – 12:30PM ET Virtual Event on Zoom for 8…
Trauma, Memory and Art
Trauma, Memory and Art: An interdisciplinary virtual conference with Ori Z. Soltes, Larry R. Squire, Natan P.F. Kellermann and Eva Fogelman In this interdisciplinary conference, four experts discuss the transmission of Holocaust trauma and memory against the backdrop of art….
Critical Images of Relationships | Part 2
4- Part Discussion Series: Critical Images of Relationships in the Third Generation of Holocaust Survivors Session 2: Second generation parent(s) interaction Sunday, November 8 11:00AM – 12:30PM ET Virtual Event on Zoom for 8 sessions. Facilitator: Dr. Eva Fogelman See…
Critical Images of Relationships | Part 1
4- Part Discussion Series: Critical Images of Relationships in the Third Generation of Holocaust Survivors Session 1: Holocaust survivor grandparent(s) relationship Sunday, November 1 11:00AM – 12:30PM ET Virtual Event on Zoom for 8 sessions. This series is limited to…
Transforming Moments With Elisha Wiesel and Dr. Eva Fogelman
Join us for the launch of our new series “Transforming Moments,” which highlights the experiences of children of Holocaust survivors (2Gs). In this inaugural episode, Elisha Wiesel, former Goldman Sachs CIO and son of the late Nobel Prize winner Elie…
Virtual film and discussion: What makes a hero?
Are some people born heroic and others not? Can ordinary people become heroes, and if so, under what circumstances? Join us to explore this fascinating topic with Holocaust rescue experts Dr. Eva Fogelman and Dr. Mordecai Paldiel and award-winning Israeli…
Eva Fogelman in conversation with Gaby Glassman on ‘Descendants of the Holocaust 75 years after the liberation’
Fascinating online event happening now with Eva Fogelman and Gaby Glassman discussing ‘Descendants of the Holocaust 75 years after liberation’ with 200 participants. ariana neumann (@ArianaNeumann) Tweeted: Such an insightful talk this afternoon about the inheritance of trauma with experts…
A Holocaust Survivor Infuses Meaning Into His Art
The Center for Contemporary Political Art will be hosting a fascinating lecture on ZOOM this Sunday, April 26th at 8pm (EST). Dr. Eva Fogelman will discuss the importance and meaning of Boris Lurie’s art—to him, as a therapeutic tool, as…