Zezette Larsen
Listening to the
testimonials of Holocaust survivors or other eyewitnesses to history is
an unforgettable part of the Facing History journey. Zezette Larsen,
a member of the Board of Directors since it was established and a
life-long friend to Facing History, is also one of many resource
speakers who transform students and teachers through her story. Born in
Belgium, Zezette was
just eleven years old when the Germans invaded her country. Sent to
Auschwitz-Birkenau in 1943, she endured the early death of both her
parents and two isolating and de-humanizing years in the camp. She
continues her involvement with Facing History by participating in The Memory Project,
a writing workshop for survivors, co-sponsored by the U.S. Holocaust
Museum, that enables them to write about and share their memories of
suffering and triumph.
"Facing History and Ourselves has helped me to regain some faith in
humanity. I believe that most students who are introduced to this
curriculum will make a positive difference in the world. My commitment
to Facing History is immense."
-Zezette Larsen
