Deposits of Memory | Places of Memory in the Urban Space of the Borderland

Description

The aim of this project is to draw attention to places, whose historical value is essential and whose emotional charge is exceptional. Such places can be found in many cities and countries affected by war, the Holocaust and National Socialism. Upper Silesia will be a starting point for further discussion. Joining the Deposits of Memory project offers a unique opportunity to engage in a deeper reflection on how we remember — and forget — these places of historical significance. This project is designed for educators who wish to broaden their understanding of memory, history, and commemoration. It will explore the non-obvious places associated with World War II, absorbed and surrounded by a resurgent urban fabric and therefore often overlooked in mainstream narratives. Timeline: - 10-28 February 2025 - Call for Applications - By 5 March 2025 - Selected participants will be informed by email - 18 March 2025 - Kick-off meeting - 25 March 2025 - Online meeting with expert - April - September 2025 - Monthly online meetings with experts, workshops and collaborative work sessions - 11-15 June 2025 OR 15-19 June 2025 - Study visit in Upper Silesia (Poland) with accommodation in Katowice Organisers: Max Kopfstein Association and Minor – Projektkontor für Bildung und Forschung The project is funded by the EVZ Foundation and the Federal Foreign Office as part of the program YOUNG PEOPLE remember international.

How to apply

If you’re an educator interested in participating, please fill out the registration form: https://forms.gle/4V5msk1N1wvsRxgm7 If you have any questions contact Larysa Michalska at maxkopfstein@gmail.com The deadline for applications is 28 February 2025. Incomplete and late applications won’t be considered.