No one left to speak out for me...
First they came for the
Communists
And I did not speak out
Because I was not a Communist
Then they came for the Socialists
And I did not speak out
Because I was not a Socialist
Then they came for the trade unionists
And I did not speak out
Because I was not a trade unionist
Then they came for the Jews
And I did not speak out
Because I was not a Jew
Then they came for me
And there was no one left
To speak out for me
Because I was not a Communist
Then they came for the Socialists
And I did not speak out
Because I was not a Socialist
Then they came for the trade unionists
And I did not speak out
Because I was not a trade unionist
Then they came for the Jews
And I did not speak out
Because I was not a Jew
Then they came for me
And there was no one left
To speak out for me

The choices we make in our everyday lives, the words and language we use, the lessons we teach our children, all contribute to creating a safe and fair society.
'In a world where humans are free to do right and to do wrong there will always be evil actions. If the Holocaust is to teach us anything, it must be the realisation that one has to speak out against evil. Even a limited, uncertain, anguished fight against darkness is better than surrendering to the evils of the past and the present day.' (Rabbi Albert Friedlander)

What can you do?
Take a moment on 27th January to stop and remember. Take a stand to make sure the horrors of the Holocaust are never forgotten.
Organise an event in your community, youth group or church to remember the Holocaust. Check out the UK Holocaust Memorial Website for free resources and information: Holocaust Memorial Day Official Website and 2012 Speak Up Speak Out Campaign
Attend an organised event commemorating Holocaust Memorial Day. The Holocaust Memorial Day Trust, lists events all around the UK.
Click your region for a list of events:
North West; North East; Yorkshire and Humberside; West Midlands; East Midlands; East of England; London; South West; South East;
Holocaust Resources for Teachers More Resources for Teachers
'Learn from History' Christian Organisation EC4I
'Learn from History' Christian Organisation EC4I

Watch the official Holocaust Memorial Day (UK) video: "Creating a Safer, Better Future."
To read more about the history of Holocaust Memorial Day click the links below:
International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Holocaust Memorial Day (UK)
Your People My People - Holocaust Remembrance Day Article