Who we are
Learning from our past, inspiring our future
Our story
The Holocaust remains one of the darkest chapters in human history—six million Jewish lives systematically targeted and murdered by the Nazi regime and its collaborators. The scale and savagery continue to shock, reminding us of the horrific consequences of unchecked hatred.
Yet today, just 80 years later, remembrance of the Holocaust is fading, distorted, or denied. Antisemitism is rising at unprecedented levels, even in places once considered safe havens.
Amid this darkness, there is hope—but only if we act.
By preserving the Holocaust’s memory and lessons, we combat hatred and antisemitism, building a future where resilience, understanding, and courage guide us.
Now is the time to come together, to educate, and to remember—for the future of the Jewish people and for all of humanity.
Why ASHER exists
At ASHER, we believe that Holocaust education is essential—not just for preserving history but for building a brighter future.
Our mission is to educate the world about the Holocaust, and the history of how it came to be, in ensuring its memory and lessons serve as powerful tools to face antisemitism and hatred.
We do this by:
Honoring the past
Respect, honor, and remember the Holocaust. Cherish those who perished, honor survivors, and express gratitude to the brave souls who saved others. Recognize its profound impact on our identity and the essential lessons it offers for our growth and survival, as a people.
Building connection
In less than a century, the Holocaust's remembrance and its lessons on human cruelty are not only fading but are being intentionally distorted, depreciated and denied. Consequently, antisemitism is not just persisting but increasing to unprecedented levels, even in areas previously considered safe havens.
Making meaning
Despite the darkness of the past and the challenges of the present, hope for a brighter future exists. This hope can become reality by deepening our remembrance of the Holocaust and the tragic history of antisemitism, and understanding its significance.
Charting new paths
The Holocaust, one of history's darkest periods, saw six million Jews systematically murdered by the Nazi regime and its allies. Its scale and brutality continue to shock and serve as a grim reminder of human depravity and the consequences of unchecked hatred.
Building the biggest tent
The Holocaust, one of history's darkest periods, saw six million Jews systematically murdered by the Nazi regime and its allies. Its scale and brutality continue to shock and serve as a grim reminder of human depravity and the consequences of unchecked hatred.
Will you join us in sharing lessons, empowering generations, and building a better world?
Meet the team
behind the mission
Our Officers
Adina Burian
Co-Chair
Mark Moskowitz
Co-Chair
Lawrence Burian
Vice President
Andrew Groveman
Secretary
Barry Levine
Co-Treasurer
Fred Zeidman
Co-Treasurer
Our Staff
Stanley Stone
Executive Director
Suzy Schwartz
Strategy and Communications Director
Adi Farkash
Senior Jewish Agency Shlicha to ASHER
Dr. Michael Berenbaum
Chief Educational Consultant
Director of the Sigi Ziering Institute and Distinguished Professor of Jewish Studies at American Jewish University
Dr. Shay Pilnik
Educational Consultant
Director, Emil A. and Jenny Fish Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies, Yeshiva University
Our Board
Jack Belz
Dr. Basil Bernstein
Melvin Bukiet
Adina Burian
Susanne Czuker
Neil Davidowitz
Abraham Foxman
Josh Gelnick
Andrew Groveman
Jan Groveman
Daniel Kahn
Sophie Krakowski
Caroline Massel
Ira Mitzner
Mark Moskowitz
Lilly Zborowski Naveh
Halle Wilf Oshinsky
Gonen Paradis
Alan Pines
Justin Pines
Romana Primus
Karen Sandler
Alan Scharf
Rachel Shnay
Axel Stawski
David Sterling
Peter Till
Jordana Urman
Benjamin Warren
Leonard Wilf
Mark Wilf
Financial Transparency
At ASHER, transparency, accountability, and integrity are core to who we are. We are committed to operating with the highest standards of financial stewardship and invite you to review our financial documents.
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