Welcome to The Ninth Candle
Welcome to
The Ninth Candle
Our goal is to end antisemitism by sharing knowledge.
We are working toward that goal by improving Holocaust education in the United States.
We run educational programs for students and professional development programs for teachers. Our programs are free of charge.
Our goal is to end antisemitism by sharing knowledge.
We are working toward that goal by improving Holocaust education in the United States.
We run educational programs for students and professional development programs for teachers. Our programs are always offered free of charge.
The work that you do is inspired – it’s so important to meet students and teachers where they are, and to find approaches that speak to their needs, questions, concerns, experiences, and learning curves. Good for you for providing alternatives to rubric kinds of antisemitism work.
I think I can speak for everyone when I say we really do appreciate the time you took to really talk to us about something that was such a vital moment in history, which isn’t always the easiest topic to teach. But it’s really amazing of The Ninth Candle to keep on spreading that awareness and telling the stories of those who went unheard. Props to you guys.
I fully recommend these educational programs for both students and staff. The Ninth Candle connected with our students and challenged us as a community to think about our responsibility to preserving the past.
Why The Ninth Candle exists
The ongoing rise of antisemitism across the United States – in everyday life, in the media, and in pop culture – is dramatic proof that existing approaches to Holocaust education don’t work.
A radical new approach is needed. One suited to the needs and demands of the 21st century. One rooted not in a will to fight, but in a wish to share knowledge.
We are that new approach.
Why The Ninth Candle exists
The ongoing rise of antisemitism across the United States – in everyday life, in the media, and in pop culture – is dramatic proof that existing approaches to Holocaust education don’t work.
A radical new approach is needed. One suited to the needs and demands of the 21st century. One rooted not in a will to fight, but in a wish to share knowledge.
We are that new approach.
What's different about The Ninth Candle's approach to Holocaust education?
Non-Aggressive Language
We aren't out to “combat,” "fight," or “tackle” anyone. Our use of non-aggressive language helps us to lower the temperature in this era of political partisanship.
No fiction-driven learning
Stories about the Holocaust often blend fact and fiction in ways that leave students more confused than they were to begin with. We don't use novels or movies in our programs.
Customizable programs
Instead of one-size-fits-all curricula, The Ninth Candle customizes its programs according to the needs of every school. This helps us to build truly effective partnerships.
Diversity
Antisemitism is a symptom of bigger societal failures, so we embrace a diverse range of experiences, ideas, and perspectives in our programs.
Jewish resistance
Wherever we can, we cast a spotlight on Jewish resistance during the Holocaust.
Collaboration
Wherever we go, The Ninth Candle helps schools to form lasting partnerships with other nonprofits and Jewish organizations in their area.
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