Panel Discussion and Film Screening on “Shared Histories: Ukrainian-Jewish and Danish-Jewish Relations Through Time”
Ukraine House in Denmark, in partnership with Humanity in Action and the Ukrainian Jewish Encounter, is pleased to announce a special event, “Shared Histories: Ukrainian-Jewish and Danish-Jewish Relations Through Time,” on October 23, 2024. This unique event will explore the interconnected histories of Ukrainian-Jewish and Danish-Jewish communities, offering an in-depth discussion of their experiences, particularly during World War II, and the lessons that can inform today's global challenges.
Date: October 23, 2024
Time: 17:00–20:00
Location: Gammel Dok, Strandgade 27B, 1401 Copenhagen K
Hosted by: Ukraine House in Denmark in collaboration with Humanity in Action
Event Overview
The evening will begin with a screening of the short documentary Voices in the Void (2021), which poignantly captures Holocaust narratives. Following the screening, a distinguished panel of experts in intercultural relations will lead a discussion on the coexistence and shared histories of these communities in their respective countries, with a focus on the significant historical events that shaped them.
Panelists will examine parallels and contrasts between Ukrainian and Danish Jewish experiences, emphasizing the societal and imperial footprints that led to different wartime outcomes. The discussion will also address how these historical narratives continue to influence contemporary cultural identities and international relations.
Speakers and Moderator:
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Paul Robert Magocsi, Professor of History and Political Science, University of Toronto
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Mikaela von Freiesleben , National Director, Humanity in Action Denmark
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Lene Rachel Andersen , President of Nordic Bildung and co-founder of Global Bildung Network
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Signe Bergman Larsen, Curator, Danish Jewish Museum
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Moderator: Nataliia Popovych, Chairperson of Ukraine House in Denmark
Program Schedule:
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17:00: Welcome by Nataliia Popovych
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17:05: Opening remarks by Mikaela von Freiesleben
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17:10: Film screening: Voices in the Void
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17:25: Panel discussion
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19:00: Wine and networking session
Key Discussion Points:
- The historical coexistence of Ukrainian-Jewish and Danish-Jewish communities
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Comparative experiences during World War II
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Contemporary issues of identity and cultural memory
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Lessons from history and their relevance to current global challenges
This event promises to offer profound insights into the shared experiences of these communities and their relevance to modern-day humanitarian efforts.
Tickets for the event are available on Billet.
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