"For evil to flourish, it only requires good men to do nothing."
— Simon WiesenthalJanuary 27 marks the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest concentration camp in World War II. The United Nations designated this day as a time to remember the six million Holocaust victim and to listen to the survivors' stories.
Organizations around the world have developed programs to help educate the public on Nazism and prejudice. So, here are a few ways you can observe this international holiday:
Buy Novels from Jewish BookstoresIt may be tempting to buy autobiographies and history books from large companies, but helping out a smaller business is much more impactful. Judaica Gallery and the Israel Book Shop are bookstores that house religious gifts, toys, and books that relate to Judaism. Their collections range from traditional Judaic literature to Hebrew young adult novels. Even if you're not Jewish, you can still find f…