Educational projects in Nasielsk, the revitalization of the Jewish cemetery in Szydłów, and the multi-layered history of Serock were the main topics of a promotional meeting held on January 20 in Płońsk. The meeting brought together residents, local activists, teachers, and representatives of local authorities, including the mayor of Płońsk, Andrzej Pietrasik. The discussion was moderated by Piotr Dąbrowski, co-founder of the Nobiscum Foundation and director of the Memorial House in Płońsk, and was attended by members of the Forum for Dialogue Network: Rev. Prof. Paweł Mazanka, Olga Ickiewicz, and Mirosław Pakuła.
The conversation showed that commemorating the Jewish residents of Mazovia and the Świętokrzyskie region is a process based on education and personal relationships. Olga Ickiewicz shared her experiences from Nasielsk, where history is taught through the stories of specific families, while Rev. Prof. Paweł Mazanka emphasized the importance of partnership with descendants in preserving the heritage of Szydłów. Mirosław Pakuła, referring to Serock, emphasized that restoring memory requires synergy between local authorities, non-governmental organizations, and the community. The active participation of Mayor Andrzej Pietrasik emphasized that open dialogue between local government and memory activists is essential for building historical awareness and social empathy. Participants agreed that thanks to the Forum for Dialogue Network, even the smallest local initiatives gain regional reach, strengthening the culture of remembrance throughout Poland and effectively combating antisemitism.
