Jewish Tapestry Project

Under the solemn skies of Brest on July 28, 2025, history whispered anew.

The Brest-Litovsk Jewish Cemetery Memorial 'Memory Embrace'—a sacred culmination of a twelve-year odyssey of remembrance—was officially opened.

In this hallowed moment, weathered stones returned home, and fractured memories were made whole. It stands as a testament to what determined hearts can achieve when united in purpose.

In partnership with our UK sister non-profit The Together Plan, we are immensely proud of what we’ve helped to accomplish.

This memorial on the territory of the Brest-Litovsk Jewish cemetery in the south of Belarus, marks the end of years of tireless effort to honour a long-forgotten chapter of history—the Jewish cemetery of Brest-Litovsk in southern Belarus. This is a story that needed to be told.

To everyone who supported, championed, and believed in this vital cause—thank you. This memorial opens a new dialogue and illuminates the hidden history of Eastern Europe’s Jews—the Polish Jews who became Soviet Belarusian Jews in 1939, only to be murdered between 1941 and 1944 after N**i Germany invaded the Soviet Union.

So many stories remain untold.
Now, we begin telling them.

Click the link to read the article: https://www.thetogetherplan.com/the-brest-jewish-cemetery-memorial-officially-opens/

the Brest Jewish cemetery memorial officially opens - The Together Plan 30 July 2025 Approach path to Memory Embrace Photo credit: The Together Plan Under the solemn skies of Brest on 28th July 2025, history whispered anew as The Together Plan unveiled the Brest-Litovsk Jewish Cemetery Memorial – the sacred culmination of a twelve-year odyssey of remembrance. In this ...

As we prepare for Passover — a time of freedom, remembrance, and resilience — our hearts are with those still waiting for their freedom: the hostages held in Gaza. May they return home swiftly and safely.

This season, we reflect not only on our ancient liberation but also on stories of more recent silence and suffering. For decades, the voices of Soviet Jews were suppressed, their history erased, and their pain hidden.

But now, we have a powerful opportunity to set that hidden history free.

This Passover, join us in supporting the completion of the Brest-Litovsk Jewish Cemetery Memorial in Belarus — a long-overdue tribute to a nearly lost community.

More than 80 years ago, over 1,200 headstones from Brest’s Jewish cemetery were desecrated. Under Soviet rule, even the Holocaust’s impact in Belarus was concealed. But through this memorial, we can finally restore dignity and memory to those who were silenced.

Read this extract from the memoirs of Ykhezkel Kotik, who lived just 40km from Brest (Brisk), and step into the world we are working to remember: https://www.thetogetherplan.com/a-snapshot-from-the-shtetl/

This Passover, as we celebrate our freedom, let us honour those who never had theirs.
✨ Every donation, no matter the size, helps us bring this story out of the shadows. Donation links are in the article.
Together, we can build a legacy of truth, remembrance, and hope.

Wishing you and your loved ones a season of peace, renewal, and freedom.
Chag Pesach Sameach🤍

As Jewish communities across Belarus gathered to celebrate Purim in 2025, the festival’s vibrant traditions served as a powerful reminder of the resilience and revival of Jewish life in the post-Soviet space. Once nearly erased under decades of repression, Jewish identity and religious practice are experiencing a resurgence, with Purim offering a moment of joy, solidarity, and cultural reconnection. From Minsk to smaller towns with deep-rooted Jewish histories, the holiday’s customary megillah readings and masquerades highlighted not only the enduring spirit of Belarus’ Jewish population but also the broader efforts to reclaim and preserve Jewish heritage in the region.

Purim, one of the brightest and most joyful holidays in the Jewish calendar, commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from annihilation at the hands of an official of the Achaemenid Empire named Haman. This year, the L**h L**ha Minsk Jewish community celebrated Purim on a grand scale, organising a rich programme that united traditions, creativity, and community interaction.

The resurgence of Purim celebrations in Belarus underscores the resilience of Jewish communities, offering an opportunity to reconnect with traditions and embrace cultural heritage. Through creative performances, engaging activities, and the reading of the megillah, these celebrations fostered joy and unity, reinforcing the importance of community life. This year’s Purim was not only a festive occasion but also a chance for communities to strengthen their bonds, share happiness, and create lasting memories🤍

Read the full article on our website: https://www.thetogetherplan.com/revival-renaissance-resilience-and-a-well-travelled-megillah/

Join us for our great big walkathon🎉

We’re coming together to raise funds for the completion of the historic Brest-Litovsk Jewish Cemetery Memorial in Belarus, an important project that will unveil an untold story of history and heritage.

Your participation in this walkathon will directly contribute to preserving this vital piece of Jewish history. Together, we can ensure the memory of the past is honoured and celebrated for generations to come.

Between April 18th and June 8th

🤍 set your own challenge
🤍 choose your distance
🤍 plan your route
🤍 set up your fundraising page and goal (as an individual or a team)

Wherever you are in the world, come walk with us, make a difference, and be part of something meaningful!

Click here to register: https://www.jewishtapestryproject.org/campaign/stepping-out-together-a-global-challenge/