Making History
Together

Making History Together is a unique character development programme for young learners and their parents through a journey of hidden history to discover the story of the Jews of Belarus between 1941 and 1944. The programme delivers a safe and age appropriate introduction to the Holocaust giving a solid foundation for future education on the subject.
For children age 12/13 and their parents.

The Making History Together programme began as an online initiative and is now being adapted for school settings. Our materials are available for order (see below), and if you are a school interested in learning more, we would love to hear from you!

Making History
Together

The Making History Together programme began as an online initiative and is now being adapted for school settings. Our materials are available for order (see below), and if you are a school interested in learning more, we would love to hear from you!

Making History Together is a unique programme that explores character development through a journey of hidden history to discover the story of the Jews of Belarus. For children age 12 and 13.

the programme

Engaging young people on the subject of the Holocaust
is not easy, but it's important. Really important!

The programme is an interactive, educational experience that is both fun and engaging. All content is specifically tailored to youth and delivers the history at a level that is both age appropriate and engaging.

the programme is split into three main sections:

the programme

Engaging young people on the subject of the Holocaust
is not easy, but it's important. Really important!

The  programme is an interactive, educational experience that is both fun and engaging. All content is specifically tailored to youth and delivers the history at a level that is both age appropriate and engaging.

a message from Debra Brunner, CEO.

Parents, if you would like to learn more about Making History Together, please book a time to meet with Debra using the link below!

the programme is split into three main sections:

the sessions

informal education, no homework!

six thoughtfully
crafted sessions

Introduces the concept of self-exploration through the lens of history, how different types of identity shape an individual.
 
Tackles the history of antisemitism in the Soviet Union before and after the war.
Encourages what we can do with our knowledge to become changemakers and use our memory for good. 
Questions whether power is inherently good or bad, and what people with different leadership skills achieved during the war.
Highlights the importance of sharing customs, traditions from older generations to younger generations, whether they are familial or cultural. 
Introduces the concept of repairing the world, and how we can be truly together.

Through six interactive sessions, your child will create meaningful connections and gain critical insights into how they can make a difference today. Each session will focus on topics of historical importance such as the partisans, propaganda, and the effects of antisemitism on Jewish and non-Jewish life. Every history topic has a thought-provoking reference to a relevant self-development topic; identity, leadership, bravery, honesty, empathy, social justice and curiosity to name a few!

the packs

take a look whats inside – click the seal to open the pack!

the packs

take a look whats inside – click the seal to open the pack!

the educators

The programme feature’s experienced educators, experts and leaders to connect with and engage participants in new and exciting ways.

Creating a safe space for participants is paramount. Everyone involved in the coordination of the programme is DBS checked and approved.

Debra Brunner

CEO of the The Together Plan

Sam Heller

youth for youth coordinator

Mike Mendoza

Guest Speaker

Leo Levine

programme coordinator

Robin Moss

Guest Speaker

Sophie Peterson

Guest Speaker

the educators

The programme feature’s world-class educators, experts and leaders to connect with and engage participants in new and exciting ways.

Creating a safe space for participants is paramount. Everyone involved in the coordination of the programme is DBS checked and approved.

the timeline

The programme is currently being piloted to transition from an online programme to an in-school programme

learn more

If you are interested in learning more about the Making History Together programme, please fill in the enquiry form below.

the cost

As the programme is now in development, we are no longer running the online programme but the materials remain available for purchase.

If you are interested in purchasing any of the programme materials, including the programme resource packs, please fill out the enquiry form above and a member of our team will be in touch to arrange payment and delivery.

Alternatively, if you would just like to support the programme, please consider making a donation, All donations will go towards furthering our mission of working together to unlock Eastern European Jewish heritage and identity while rebuilding and reconnecting communities.

the packs

Each pack is split into two categories:

interesting information & hidden history

Participants will unlock monthly packs with extremely rare hidden history including never before seen archive records from 1942 Belarus, bringing it to life and giving a voice to the lost youth (victims) of the Holocaust.

Participants will also receive information packs filled with exciting items, challenges, things to find out and talk about ahead of each session. This will include activities that can be done with the family such as quizzes, family trees and film suggestions.

The packs are designed to be fun, interactive, and relatable so that the participants can look at them at their leisure. It’s up to them to decide how much to do. This is not school!