Yom HaSho'ah
When:
April 14, 2026
All Day
All Day
Multi-day event from April 13, 2026 to April 14, 2026
Where:
Event category:
Special event
Hybrid
Jewish
Holocaust Remembrance Day; a day to remember the lives of Jewish victims and activists during the Holocaust.
Date details: Begins at sundown of the first date listed and ends at nightfall of the second date listed.
General practices: Community ceremonies to remember Holocaust victims who died during World War II. Activities may include lighting memorial candles and reciting the Kaddish (a prayer for the departed).
Potential accommodations: Yom HaSho'ah is not subject to restrictions on work of some other holidays—academics and work are permitted. Provide food accommodation as requested (kosher basics).
Contact
Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
diversity@wayne.edu