"Life's Symphony Echoes: Sinti, Roma, and Jenis – Victims of Nazi Regime Share Their Stories"
Time-Bound Testimonials Helm, curated by Deniz Elbir – Commissioner for Diversity, Integration, and Anti-Racism, and the Integration Office of the City of Neuss, proudly endorsed by Mayor Reiner Breuer – unfurls in the City Hall foyer from March 23 to March 30, 2025.
Krystiane Vajda, an artist, and her partner Markus Reinhardt from the "Maro Drom - Cologne Sinti and Friends" association met with 45 Holocaust survivors. This exposition brings the tales of persecuted Sinti, Roma, and Jenish people to the forefront, sending a resounding message against discrimination, and acting as a beacon against the resurgence of right-wing extremist groups.
Films, photo montages, and displays trace life before and during the Nazi era. Sizable effigies hang as "memory echoes" on meat hooks, symbolizing the countless individuals terrorized and murdered by the Nazi regime. The exhibits will stand not just within the City Hall foyer, but also in an original vintage caravan nearby the Freithof market below. This moving testament to history is free for all to see during the City Hall's regular business hours.
Mark your calendars for the opening ceremony on Sunday, March 23, at 1 pm in the City Hall foyer. The event will showcase musical talent from Markus Reinhardt and Christian Pfeil, an eyewitness.
Join us again for the closing ceremony on Sunday, March 30, at 11 am in the City Hall foyer, with a guided tour by Markus Reinhardt.
Such exhibitions play a pivotal role in sensitizing people about discrimination, fostering understanding, and advocating for change. They serve as a platform for conversation, empathy, and critical thinking, empowering individuals to challenge prejudice and extremism. The City of Neuss urges you to be a part of this poignant display, as it not only bears witness to history but also serves as a call to action in shaping a more inclusive tomorrow.
During the Time-Bound Testimonials Helm, other aspects of general-news, such as politics and lifestyle, will take a back seat. With the exhibits denouncing discrimination and acting against the resurgence of right-wing extremist groups, they serve as a critical reminder to foster understanding and advocate for change in our collective other lifestyle choices and political decisions.
