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In the spirit of remembering the past and shaping the future, a panel discussion is set to take place in Ingolstadt, Germany, on September 30. Titled "Remember. Reflect. Change. What does 'Never again' mean today?", the event will be held at the Reuchlin-Gymnasium, starting at 6:30 PM.
The discussion, moderated by DK chief reporter Marco Schneider and DK reporter Marie Campisi, will feature students from the region who are passionate about preserving the culture of remembrance. Among them are Viktoria Utschik and Christiane Mayer, both students at Reuchlin-Gymnasium.
Viktoria Utschik, known for her dedication to preventing forgetting and promoting an open, societal memory, believes that memory culture is political and highly relevant, protecting democratic culture. Christiane Mayer, equally committed, emphasizes the importance of the younger generation dealing with the culture of remembrance as contemporary witnesses dwindle.
The topic of the discussion will focus on right-wing extremism, an issue of growing concern in Germany. Matthias Schickel, chairman of the Historical Society, sees this event as a significant step in implementing memory culture in an active format, allowing those affected and involved to have their say: students.
This event is part of a series published by the DONAUKURIER in commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Dachau concentration camp. In late April 1945, the US Army liberated the camp, marking a pivotal moment in history.
While specific search results for upcoming events or discussions in Ingolstadt related to the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Dachau concentration camp are scarce, historically, such commemorations often include educational programs, memorial events, and youth involvement in remembrance activities. Given Ingolstadt’s location in Bavaria, it is likely that regional cultural institutions, schools, and youth organizations may be organizing related activities.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it is recommended to check local government or cultural institution websites in Ingolstadt or contact the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial site, as they frequently coordinate or promote affiliated events in the region.
The memorial service for the 80th anniversary of the liberation, attended by speakers including survivors of the camp, took place at the Dachau memorial site in April 2025. One young person who volunteered to look after honorary guests during the service was Annika Heckl (18), a student at the Katharinen-Gymnasium.
As the younger generation takes the reins in preserving the culture of remembrance, events like this panel discussion serve as a testament to their commitment and dedication. It is a call to society to defend democracy and the rule of law in Germany in the face of the strengthening of right-wing extremist forces. Memory, as Matthias Schickel believes, is a responsible look forward, into the present and future.
- The panel discussion, happening at the Reuchlin-Gymnasium in Ingolstadt on September 30, will delve into the politics of memory culture, particularly in regards to right-wing extremism, given its growing concern in Germany.
- Viktoria Utschik and Christiane Mayer, both students at Reuchlin-Gymnasium, have emphasized the political relevance of memory culture in preserving democratic culture and encourage younger generations to engage actively with general-news issues, such as right-wing extremism, as contemporary witnesses dwindle.
