WELCOME

  As Chairperson of the 2025 B’nai B’rith Capital Area Holocaust Essay Contest, I welcome you to our website, providing information needed to participate.  Participation in our entirely non-commercial Contest is free, and open to High School and Middle School students in the 12-County Capital area of New York State, including Albany and Schenectady County and 10 counties contiguous with them (see Contest Area).  Cash prizes will be awarded (see Contest Rules).

    To enter, you must write an essay responding to the question:

Holocaust survivors faced incredible challenges but showed great courage and hope. Their stories teach us about standing up against hate and promoting kindness. Choose a survivor’s story and explain how their experiences can inspire young people today to challenge prejudice and create a more inclusive world.

    Essays should be the student’s original, independent work, and submitted by Wednesday April 30, 2025 via e-mail to bb.essaycontest@gmail.com.  Contest rules/resources are provided in the next pages.

     I look forward to seeing your essay.

                                          Danielle Haft,

                                     

                                          Holocaust Essay Contest Chairperson