Klement family, short documentary video, Slovakia (English subtitles)

The story of the Klement family is closely connected to the memory of the Jewish community in Zvolen, Slovakia — a community that was deeply affected by the Holocaust and whose traces almost disappeared after the war. Through family memory, archival materials, public remembrance, and personal commitment, the video reflects on what it means to preserve the history of people and places that were almost erased. It shows how one person’s dedication to documenting names, stories, and local history can become part of a wider responsibility to protect historical truth. The Klement family’s work highlights the importance of remembrance not only as a way of honouring the past, but also as a response to the present. Memorials, personal testimonies, and local history help make visible the impact of antisemitism and remind us why denial, distortion, and indifference must be challenged. By connecting the history of Zvolen’s Jewish community with intergenerational memory, the video shows how remembrance can be passed on — even when much has been lost. It also points to the role of families, communities, and local initiatives in keeping memory alive and making it accessible to future generations. This video was created in the context of TRACE’s work on antisemitism in Slovakia. TRACE monitors and analyses antisemitism and antigypsyism in Central Europe, connecting documentation with historical context, community perspectives, and educational approaches. Learn more about The TRACE Project on https://www.projecttrace.eu #TheTRACEProject #Antisemitism #Slovakia #Zvolen #JewishHistory #HolocaustMemory #FamilyMemory #LocalHistory #Remembrance #HistoricalMemory #EducationAgainstPrejudice #CentralEurope