Chisinau’s Jewish heritage
This year, the theme of European Day of Jewish Culture was ‘Love’. In Chișinău, this theme was explored through an introduction to the places, stories and cultural heritage sites associated with the Jewish community and its contribution to the city’s development.
As part of the programme, a themed bus tour was organised to sites of significance to the history of Chisinau’s Jewish community. The event was attended by representatives of international organisations, including UN and EU bodies in Moldova, diplomatic missions, educational institutions and local partners.
The programme continued with a theatre performance dedicated to historical remembrance. Through the arts, the organisers addressed the themes of intergenerational connections, respect for the past and the preservation of cultural heritage.
Vyacheslav Ryabchinsky, Director of the Agency for Inter-Ethnic Relations, stated that Jewish heritage is part of the history and cultural identity of the Republic of Moldova.
“When we rediscover the places, stories and people who have contributed to the development of Chisinau, we are not only talking about the past, but also building a society that recognises and respects its diversity,” he noted.
According to ARI, the agency’s participation in the initiative is aimed at preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of ethnic communities, as well as fostering mutual understanding and intercultural dialogue.
The organisation notes that events relating to historical memory and cultural heritage are also seen as a tool for education, preventing prejudice and strengthening social cohesion.
The programme was carried out with the support of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) and the Claims Conference.
Follow our updates
Have information for the newsroom? Share it with Logos-Press
