Ideas This Week
Ideas This Week is your hub for updates on all things Facing History—from announcements and featured press to expert interviews, impact stories, and essays on the ideas driving our work.
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Genocide
Facing Nagorno-Karabakh: An Expert Interview
Marc Mamigonian discusses the conflict taking place between Armenia and Azerbaijan along with historical context concerning the 1915 Armenian Genocide.
Advocating for Genocide Prevention: A Q&A With Mike Brand
Genocide prevention advocate Mike Brand talks about the power young people hold in helping to prevent genocides.
How Mass Media Saved Thousands during the Armenian Genocide
Mass media during the 20th century played an important part in saving lives during the Armenian Genocide, which can remind us how we are also poised to use modern media tools to create change in today's world.
The Reichstag Fire: The Shift from Democracy to Dictatorship
Germany's Reichstag Fire is seen as a cautionary tale about the fragility of democracy.
Why I Share My Story of Being a Hidden Child During the Holocaust
To honor International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Flora Hogman shares how telling Facing History students her survival story helped her heal.
Remembering Nanjing Reminds Us Why "Us" vs. "Them" is Dangerous
Remembering the Nanjing Massacre reminds us of the dangers of dividing people between “us” and “them."
Education in Dealing with the Past: Can We Prevent Atrocity from Happening Again?
Clara Ramírez-Barat explores innovative strategies to engage young people in transitional justice and peace-building efforts through education.
Genocide Matters
Facing History's Karen Murphy discusses why teaching genocide matters, especially in light of recent declarations of genocide in Iraq and Syria.
