"We are unique in Nevada. We teach Holocaust remembrance and we honor the legacy of the victims of other genocides as well. We cultivate open-mindedness and tolerance. We explore and promote ethical decision-making. Especially in these times of increased violence, hate mongering, and intolerance, we teach respect for all human beings."

Dr. Viktoria Hertling is the founder & director of the
Center for Holocaust, Genocide & Peace Studies
at the University of Nevada, Reno

The Center for Holocaust, Genocide & Peace Studies promotes analysis of the causes of the Holocaust and other episodes of genocide in modern society. It seeks to learn from the past in order to find solutions to these complex issues. Moreover, it focuses on developing strategies for a more peaceful future.

The Center also seeks to impart to students, faculty, and the public the importance of awareness and critical thinking. It fosteres a humanistic climate that promotes conflict resolution, tolerance, interventions, and the formulation of ethical theories of human relationships. It encourages concerned individuals to consider themselves as emissaries for peace and to speak out against all expressions of hateful extremism in their communities and elsewhere.

The Center for Holocaust, Genocide & Peace Studies addresses these human rights concerns through public programming, research, publications, conferences, video-documentaries, online photo exhibits, and courses of study.