Albania Revives Holocaust Education Amid Rising Antisemitism Concerns

Israeli President Herzog's historic visit highlights Albania's WWII legacy and the urgent need for Holocaust education in the nation.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Albania marks the first time an Israeli leader has visited the country, emphasizing Albania's unique role in saving Jews during the Holocaust.
Albania, the only European country to end World War II with more Jews than it started with, is now focusing on educating its youth about this significant part of its history.
A recent conference in Elbasan, co-sponsored by the Albanian History Teachers Association and The Olga Lengyel Institute, aimed to equip teachers with tools to teach the Holocaust effectively.
Despite Albania's pro-Israel government stance, the rise in sales of Hitler's 'Mein Kampf' and the conflict in Gaza have made Holocaust education increasingly relevant and sensitive.
Efforts are underway to construct two museums in Tirana and Vlora to honor Jewish history and Albania's efforts to rescue Jews during WWII, reflecting the country's commitment to preserving this legacy.