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In Memory of Dr. Ruth Westheimer z”l
The loss of Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer deeply saddens the Claims Conference. She passed away at her home in Manhattan on July 12 at the age of 96. Perhaps best known for her work as a world-renowned psychosexual therapist, Dr. Ruth lived a multifaceted, inspirational life through her experiences on the Kindertransport and as a […]
A Glimmer of Humanity in a Dark Chapter of History
“I never thought that for doing something good but normal, the humane thing, one can receive any compensation in this world.” These were the words of Bronislawa Bakun, aged 90, last week upon hearing that she would be recognized by the Claims Conference Righteous Rescuer Pension Fund. Bronislawa lives near the small village of Janów, Sokolka, […]
Major Jewish Organizations Oppose Proposed Holocaust Insurance Legislation
This post is for historical informational purposes only. Please do not refer to this post for information pertaining to current Claims Conference programs. Visit What We Do for current program guidelines and information. Thank you. June 6, 2011 In a letter to Congress, six major Jewish organizations that have been long-time advocates for Holocaust survivors warn that […]
Documentary Film Focused On Tattoos To Heal Holocaust-Inflicted Trauma, Wins Claims Conference Emerging Filmmaker Contest
The First-Place Film Follows Second And Third Generations Of Holocaust Survivors Who Tattoo Themselves As A Physical Reminder Of Their Parents’ And Grandparents’ Unimaginable Suffering. “I deeply appreciate the resilience exhibited by the subjects I interviewed….Their commitment extends beyond personal courage; they feel a deep responsibility to voice the narratives of survival passed down from […]
Austrian Social Welfare Benefits
Social Welfare Benefits for Austrian Jewish Survivors The Claims Conference has urged every Austrian government since the 1950s to increase its social welfare benefits for elderly Austrian Nazi victims who were expelled from the country or fled following the Anschluss. Austrian Pensions Improvements negotiated in social insurance legislation include the right to buy back work months […]
