Dr. Michael Berenbaum to Receive Prestigious Award at Hope for Humanity Dinner

Honoring a Luminary in Holocaust Education

The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum has announced its esteemed honoree for the upcoming Hope for Humanity dinner in 2025: international Holocaust scholar, Dr. Michael Berenbaum. The event is scheduled for November 18, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Dallas. Recognized for his profound commitment to Holocaust education, Dr. Berenbaum will receive the Hope for Humanity Award, an annual accolade celebrating individuals who remarkably contribute to the betterment of society.

Dr. Berenbaum has played a pivotal role in shaping the understanding and remembrance of the Holocaust, particularly through his influential work with the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum. His tenure as Exhibition Project Director was marked by his incredible insight and vision, leading to the development of the museum’s impactful permanent exhibitions which educate and inspire countless visitors.

In addition to his contributions in Dallas, Dr. Berenbaum has been directly involved with the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum as Project Director, where he helped establish its research institute. His legacy extends to the Survivors of the Shoah Visual History Foundation, founded by acclaimed filmmaker Steven Spielberg, where he served as its first President and CEO. There, he oversaw the monumental project that resulted in the collection of 52,000 testimonies from Holocaust survivors, preserving crucial narratives in 32 languages.

Dr. Berenbaum's work has not gone unnoticed, as he is an accomplished scholar, author, and educator. His films, including award-winning pieces such as 'One Survivor Remembers' and 'The Last Days', have reached millions, emphasizing the importance of memory in combating prejudice and indifference. Dr. Berenbaum's dedication ensures that the atrocities of the past do not fade from collective memory and that the resilience of the survivors shines through.

"Receiving the Hope for Humanity Award from the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum feels surreal, given my work designing the Museum’s permanent exhibition, and the deep respect and admiration I have for the Museum's mission," expressed Dr. Berenbaum during the announcement. "This award signifies the critical importance of historical truth, particularly in our contemporary landscape where human rights and dignity face ongoing challenges."

The 2025 event will be spearheaded by honorary chairs Ann and Nate Levine, joined by event co-chairs Barbi and Scott Cohen along with Catherine and Sam L. Susser. The museum expresses gratitude for the generous lead sponsorship of Christy and Adam Blumenfeld, which has been instrumental in making this event possible.

Mary Pat Higgins, the President and CEO of the museum, asserted, "Every person who has walked through our Museum has been impacted by Michael Berenbaum, making him the ideal embodiment of the Hope for Humanity Award. His life's mission is to ensure the story of the Holocaust is told authentically, so that we never forget. Thanks to his visionary abilities, the Museum stands as the educational beacon it is today."

The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum itself plays a crucial role in educating the public on Holocaust history and advocating for human rights, striving to dampen hatred and prejudice. Founded by Holocaust survivors in 1984, the museum serves not only as an educational resource but also as a powerful symbol of hope and resilience.

For anyone interested in further details about the Hope for Humanity dinner and the work of the museum, visit www.dhhrm.org/hope or contact them at (214) 741-7500 for additional information. It is an event not to be missed, promising to inspire a renewed commitment to remembrance and human rights advocacy.