This international conference will convene leading experts and emerging scholars to forge concrete action plans for academic and cultural institutions to effectively confront Holocaust distortion in the digital sphere, addressing the growing divergence between scholarly understanding, public memory, and the manipulation of history.

• 18–20 November, 2025, POLIN Museum
• Application deadline: August 10, 2025, register
• More information: geop@polin.pl

The proliferation of digital tools, particularly social media and artificial intelligence, presents an unprecedented challenge in the ongoing effort to preserve the historical accuracy of the Holocaust. In an era where misinformation spreads rapidly online and the distinction between truth and falsehood is increasingly blurred, scholars and museum professionals must proactively develop and disseminate compelling, evidence-based narratives about the Shoah. Recognizing that distortion, while distinct from outright denial, manifests in subtle and fluid forms – as evidenced by recent research highlighting significant gaps in Holocaust knowledge – this conference seeks to bridge the widening divide between scholarly understanding and public memory.

We strongly encourage scholars, researchers, and museum practitioners from all relevant disciplines to contribute their expertise to this vital discussion. We invite submissions that address, but are not limited to, the following themes:

• The impact of social media platforms on the spread of Holocaust distortion.
• The role of artificial intelligence in the creation and dissemination of misinformation about the Shoah.
• Innovative strategies for museums and educational institutions to counter online distortion.
• The development of effective digital resources and educational materials to promote accurate Holocaust understanding.
• Collaborative projects between scholars, museums, and technology developers in the fight against distortion.
• Addressing the gap between scholarly discourse and public perception of Holocaust history.
• The intersection of historical politics and the distortion of the Holocaust narrative.
• Case studies of successful initiatives in combating online misinformation related to the Shoah.
• The role of museums and other institutions to counter Holocaust distortion.
• Strategies for engaging younger generations with accurate Holocaust history in the digital age.

Submission Guidelines:

• Submit an abstract of paper (no more than 500 words)
• Include with your submission: Author(s), affiliation(s), email address, and abstract title
• Submission Format: The form
• Abstract Submission Deadline: August 10, 2025
• Notification of Acceptance: Mid-September

Contact Information:

Questions can be addressed to geop@polin.pl