About us

Three women with their backs to the camera are looking at a large display board in a library or museum. The display contains historical photos, text, and information about wartime history and Jewish history in Czechoslovakia, with books on the left side of the image.

The Holocaust Centre of New Zealand is the national centre for Holocaust education, remembrance, and testimony. Established by survivors, refugees, and their descendants, our work bridges history with the present day, inspiring New Zealanders to stand against prejudice, discrimination, and apathy.

We invite you to explore our origins, leadership teams, and the resources that support our education and remembrance initiatives. In the sections below, you’ll also find links to our online shop, and how to contact us.

A circular infographic from the Holocaust Centre of New Zealand divided into four sections: Witness, Remember, Educate, Act, each with related activities and initiatives focused on Holocaust remembrance and education.
A circular infographic from the Holocaust Centre of New Zealand divided into four sections: Witness, Remember, Educate, Act, each with related activities and initiatives focused on Holocaust remembrance and education.

Mission and history

Discover our core purpose and the origins of the Centre. Learn how our work has evolved from a grassroots initiative by survivors into New Zealand's leading national institution for Holocaust education, antisemitism awareness, and human rights education.

A profile of our supporter

Patron

We are honoured and privileged to have the vice-regal patronage of the Rt Hon Dame Cindy Kiro, GNZM, QSO, Governor-General of New Zealand.

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Official records

As a registered New Zealand charity, we operate with complete transparency. Access our official constitutional documents, compliance records, and current annual reports detailing our financial performance and community impact.