Yad Vashem reminder to open the first branch outside Israel in Germany

Vash Vashem from Jerusalem, the world’s largest memorial, appointed to establish a branch in Germany – the first of Israel outside Israel.

The Yad Vashem education center can be in Bavaria, Northern Rhine-Westphalia or Saxony, director Dayan and Education Minister in Jarin Prien said on the joint announcement in Berlin on Thursday.

The idea of ​​such an institution appears under the previous Chancellor, Olaf Scholz. The study is developing three provinces as possible locations, considering factors such as availability and attending other guests.

Establishment of the Germany branch is saved to create a museum but the educational institution, Datan said.

It is very important what is happening inside the building than it looks. So the new building is not organized.

“What makes you Yad Vashem famous is their way of education,” he said, adding that the purpose of bringing victim to victims into the sea country.

Local Decision in 2026

Yad Vashem representatives visited three provinces in the coming weeks to meet the officials of government and the community, according to the day. The local decision is expected in the first half of 2026.

The center, which will spend about 20 employees, can start jobs in two to three years later. It will be open for everyone but will especially refer to teachers.

Prien expressed his gratitude that Yad Vashem is willing to take this step toward Germany. He said Aunti-Semitisms remain challenging in all educational institutions.

“Teachers need complete professional support,” he said