Why Gen Z Needs to Talk About Genocide

Explore the critical importance of Holocaust education and its broader implications in this 15-minute TEDxPSU talk by Emma Blankstein. Discover how engaging with complex historical tragedies can foster critical thinking skills and shape societal awareness. Learn about Blankstein's work as the Founder and Executive Director of the Last Generation Coalition, a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding genocide education and prevention efforts. Gain insights into the unique perspective of Gen Z as the last generation to personally know Holocaust survivors, and understand the significance of preserving these stories for future generations. Examine the intersection of human rights advocacy, environmental justice, and menstrual equity through the lens of a young activist and storyteller. Reflect on how society can acknowledge history's darkest moments without becoming paralyzed by them, and consider the role of education in preventing future atrocities.

Why Gen Z needs to talk about genocide | Emma Blankstein | TEDxPSU