The Center for Holocaust Education is proud to host the East Valley Generations After group for children, grandchildren and descendants of Holocaust survivors, as well as those interested in learning more about the impact of the Holocaust. Programs feature guest speakers, including Holocaust survivors, authors and educators.
Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025 | 10-11:30 a.m.
Little Boy, I Know Your Name
A Second-Generation Memoir from Inherited Holocaust Trauma
Presented by Mitchell Raff
The presentation starts at 10 a.m.
Mitchell Raff is a second-generation Holocaust survivor who grew up in Los Angeles. “Little Boy, I Know Your Name: A Second-Generation Memoir from Inherited Holocaust Trauma” is his first, intensely personal book.
As a child, he was kidnapped and taken to Israel, where he lived for a year and a half before a private investigator hired by his family located him. This led to a lifelong connection with the Jewish homeland, and as a young man, he returned to Israel to serve in the Israeli Defense Force.
A former business owner, Mitchell now resides in Southern California and is the owner and director of an outreach charity, Clothing the Homeless.
There is no charge to attend, registration is required. The program will be held at the East Valley JCC.
NOTE: This presentation contains sensitive information that may not be appropriate for guests under age 18. Topic is most appropriate for 2Gs and 3Gs or anyone else with an interest in Holocaust survivors. Questions? Contact Karen Perna, ksperna@yahoo.com
Mr. Raff will also speak at a residence in Scottsdale 5-6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 19. (The address will be sent after registration.)
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Save the dates for future sessions
March 19 * Yom Hashoah: April 23
Holocaust education in Arizona
View the Arizona Department of Education’s Holocaust education curriculum here.
Photos from past events
Generations After programs include guest speakers, discussions and an annual Yom Hashoah commemoration.
