Individuals from all faiths, races, ethnicities, cultures, and backgrounds will come together to affirm our dedication to coexistence, unity, safety, prosperity, and the well-being of every person.

The Native American Genocides were highlighted along with other genocides. Several participants gave their video Feedback at the VII Annual Holocaust and Genocides event in 2014; each year, we shared about an aspect of the Holocaust and highlighted two genocides.

Over the years, we have shared many genocides and massacres, and we will continue to do that in the coming years. There were hundreds of Genocides in human history, but we have covered the ones after the Holocaust.

Huffington Post: Here is the story of how the event started

There is a shameful cruelty within us; either we shy away from or refuse to acknowledge the suffering of others, fearing that it will diminish our pain or that it somehow betrays our cause. It is shameful that we justify massacres by convincing ourselves that the victims deserved it or asked for it.

The first commemoration lifted a tremendous burden from my shoulders. I felt a sense of relief. This was my calling—to build bridges. William and Rosa Lee Schiff, the Holocaust survivors, gave a talk that lasted over an hour, and during that time, there was complete silence in the room.

This journey is filled with incredible stories. Along the way, I faced harassment, threats, bias, and prejudice from various groups. Each group seemed focused only on their pain and struggles.

There were many tense moments; some were purely political, and everyone was hesitant yet prepared to confront them. However, there was a noticeable resistance to acknowledging the pain of others. Although I do not believe in divine intervention, I experienced a revelation moments before recognizing this. – More at https://www.huffpost.com/entry/holocaust-and-the-muslim_b_4629509

It has not been a straightforward journey. Some people removed me from their lists, while others did not want to see me again. Individuals who promoted tolerance were sometimes intolerant themselves, and certain clergy members didn’t always convey the truth to their congregations. I talked meaningfully with Maria Arita from Fox News about several issues. I might suggest a chapter urging individuals and organizations to protect themselves from those who can hinder positive progress. Thank God we have made it through all of this.

Our mission for this event is to raise awareness of our inhumanity and to discover solutions for peaceful coexistence. We must frequently remind ourselves to do our part in making the world a better place to live. This event aims to strengthen our commitment to say “never again” to atrocities against other humans.

If I had to identify one primary purpose of this event, it would be to encourage everyone to speak up and say “never again.” We invite each of you to practice the power of forgiveness. We must all contribute to that goal if we want a better world.

Peace and security come to us when we value the lives of others as we value our own. They also arise when we create an environment conducive to peace and security. We owe it to ourselves, our children, and future generations to steer them away from revenge, hate, and malice. No one should celebrate the death of another person, as that would only validate the loss of life.

Our mission is to encourage individuals to develop an open mind and heart towards their fellow beings. If we can learn to accept and respect the God-given uniqueness of each of the 7 billion of us, conflicts will fade, and solutions will emerge. Knowledge leads to understanding, fostering acceptance and appreciation of differing viewpoints.