27/04/2023

Announcing the First EDJC 2023 Inspiring Memory Session!

The AEPJ is thrilled to announce the first “Inspiring Memory Session” of the European Days of Jewish Culture 2023!

The Inspiring Memory Sessions represent a series of four online sessions, through which experts in the field of memory and Jewish culture will present novel means of approaching memory in order to inspire organisers and coordinators when organizing activities in the context of the upcoming 2023 EDJC festival.

Luca Baraldi, renowned expert in memory studies, will be leading a session entitled “From social storytelling to social sensemaking: digitized memory and collective imagery.” The session will take place on May 9th at 4 pm CET and will be held online.

During this first session, Baraldi will explore the ways in which digitized memory and collective imagery can be utilized in social storytelling and sensemaking.

20/03/2023

Winner of the II EDJC Poster Contest Announced: Nikola Radic Lucati

The European Days of Jewish Culture is proud to announce the winner of the second poster contest, Nikola Radic Lucati, Founder of the Center for Holocaust Research and Education in Belgrade, Serbia. The winning poster design features the Hebrew language as a clear and understandable symbol, avoiding the overt use of Jewish symbols such as the Magen David, menorah, and talit. The design includes the current Jewish calendar year, emphasizing the theme of Memory, and the use of color and rust brushstrokes are balanced, yet suggestive enough to support both cultural and memorial events.

Using a single poster for all EDJC events helps to create a homogeneous festival and facilitate communication between organizers and participants.

27/02/2023

An Insider’s Look Into the EDJC Organisers and Coordinators Meeting 2023

PARIS, FRANCE – The EDJC Organisers and Coordinators Meeting 2023 took place from February 22 to February 23, with the majority of its sessions and workshops occurring at the Memorial de la Shoah, and a final session and closing ceremony concluding the meeting at UNESCO headquarters in Paris. The bi-annual meeting for organisers and coordinators of European Days of Jewish Culture activities occurs in an extraordinary context and under the umbrella of an exceptional programme: the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values programme of the European Union.

Organisers and coordinators of the European Days of Jewish Culture had the opportunity to spend two full days together in the city of Paris with the aim of training and reflecting upon how to work with the 2023 edition’s theme of memory.

24/02/2023

A Successful Closing: Participants Explore New Paths for the Festival

Coordinators and organizers of the European Days of Jewish Culture attended the second day of the EDJC Organisers & Coordinators Meeting 2023.

On the final day of the conference, attendees were treated to a variety of panels and workshops. The morning began with a panel on the memory of Jewish culture as part of the European patrimony, featuring Laurence Sigal, Leopold Braunstein, and Monika Adamczyk-Garbowska. The panel explored the role of Jewish museums, the immaterial patrimony, and the translation of the Yzkerbikher for the Polish public.

After a coffee break, attendees split off into two parallel workshops, one focused on innovative memory activities and the other on the activities of Zikaron Basalon. The day continued with a panel on Commemorating the Shoah, featuring Lisa Saloch, Aline Benain, and Laurence Schram.

22/02/2023

First Day of EDJC Organisers and Coordinators Meeting 2023: A Productive and Enthusiastic Start

We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of the first day of the EDJC Organisers & Coordinators Meeting 2023. The program has been incredibly well-received, and the enthusiasm of the participants has been contagious.

The day began with registration and a warm welcome on the part of AEPJ President, François Moyse, and Memorial de la Shoah representatives. The plenary coordination session on the Practical Information Kit and communication guidelines for the European Days of Jewish Culture was informative and engaging, thanks to the excellent work of the AEPJ team. AEPJ partners – MahJ, Liberation Route Europe, Jewish Heritage Europe, and the National Library of Israel – provided valuable insights into the project. The visit to the Memorial de la Shoah in three groups was an opportunity to learn more about one of the essential institutions in Europe.

22/02/2023

EDJC Organisers and Coordinators Meeting 2023 – A Successful Kick-Off!

PARIS, FRANCE – Today marks the start of the EDJC Organisers and Coordinators Meeting 2023 at the Memorial de la Shoah.

The opening ceremony took place in the auditorium with a welcome address by François Moyse, AEPJ President, and representatives from the Memorial de la Shoah.

Following the welcome session, the AEPJ team presented its Practical Information Kit and guidelines for communications at the national level. This plenary coordination session also provided the participants with an access to a Slack platform, in order for participants to engage in lively debates on memory throughout the event.

Next, the project partners presented their contributions to the EDJC Memory project. Representatives from the MahJ, Liberation Route Europe, Jewish Heritage Europe, and the National Library of Israel each introduced participants to their respective organizations and shared their insights with the audience.

21/02/2023

The EDJC Organisers and Coordinators Meeting 2023 will start tomorrow right in the heart of Paris!

PARIS, FRANCE – The European Days of Jewish Culture Organisers and Coordinators Meeting 2023 is just around the corner, and we are eager to meet with all of the participants in the beautiful city of Paris.

Organised by the European Association for the Preservation and Promotion of Jewish Culture and Heritage (AEPJ), this year’s meeting will focus on the theme of memory. The talks will cover topics such as the politics of memory in Europe, evaluating the role of Jewish museums, and translating Yiddish literature for a Polish audience. During the meeting, attendees will have the opportunity to network and exchange ideas on how to create innovative and engaging activities that promote Jewish culture and heritage. The event will feature workshops, talks, and discussions with keynote speakers from all over Europe, and it will include a special event at the UNESCO headquarters.

30/01/2023

EDJC Organisers & Coordinators Meeting 2023 Closing Ceremony to be held at UNESCO headquarters in Paris

Exciting news for all European Days of Jewish Culture (EDJC) organizers and coordinators! The highly anticipated EDJC Organisers & Coordinators Meeting 2023 will reach its climax with a final session and closing ceremony at the prestigious UNESCO headquarters in Paris.

The AEPJ and the coordinaton of the European Days of Jewish Culture is proud to announce that the final session and closing ceremony of the EDJC Organisers & Coordinators Meeting 2023 will be held at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris. This is a significant milestone in the history of the festival and a testament to its growing reputation and importance.

As the festival continues to grow and evolve, this partnership with UNESCO will help to further promote the importance of Jewish culture and heritage, and provide a platform for discussions about the role of Memory in shaping our cultural identities.

16/01/2023

The EDJC Organisers & Coordinators Meeting 2023 in Paris

The European Days of Jewish Culture (EDJC) is a continent-wide festival that takes place annually in cities across Europe. The festival aims to promote Jewish culture and heritage, and to create a platform for dialogue and understanding between Jewish and non-Jewish communities.

The festival is organized by local coordinators and volunteers, who plan and execute a wide variety of cultural events, such as concerts, exhibitions, film screenings, and lectures. These events take place in museums, synagogues, cultural centers, and other venues, and are open to the public.

The EDJC Organisers and Coordinators Meeting 2023 is an annual event that brings together organizers and coordinators from across Europe to share ideas, best practices, and to plan for the upcoming festival. This year’s meeting will be held in Paris on February 22nd and 23rd, and will focus on the theme of “Memory“.

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