The search for historical truth is the
main goal of the International Commission
established in 1998 by the President of the
Republic of Lithuania.
It provides answers to sensitive questions
and overcomes moral and psychological barriers
that still arise on the road to a democratic
and developed society.
21st May Panevezys Rozynas basic School students came to Vilnius. They participated in a sightseeing tour in Vilnius old town. The tour is aimed to introduce the history of Vilnius Jewish community: to visit former Jewish quarter, Ghetto territory and Synagogue.
15th May a group of Varėna “Azuolas” gymnasium Tolerance Education Centre students participated in educational sightseeing tour in Vilnius old town. The tour is aimed to introduce the history of Vilnius Jewish community: to visit former Jewish quarter, Ghetto territory and Synagogue.
On the 2nd of May a seminar for the teachers and school administrators was held in Kaunas and the second seminar on the 4th of May was held in Birštonas and Balbieriškis. The topic of both seminars was the same – historical memory about former Lithuanian Jewish community.
On the 1st of May at 4.30 p. m. in Vilnius Saulėtekio Secondary School (address - Kaminkelio st.10, Vilnius) will be played premiere of the play “Motel boy’s stories”. There are over 50 students involved in the play. The plot of the play is about the beginning of the twentieth century and reflects Lithuanian Jews - Litvaks - life, their traditions, everyday relationships, philosophical approach to life and business.
The International Commission for the Evaluation of the Crimes of the Nazi and Soviet Occupation Regimes in Lithuania
Address: Gedimino Ave. 11, LT-01103 Vilnius, Lithuania
Tel.: +370 706 63804
Fax: +370 706 63805
E-mail: komisija@lrv.lt