Illuminating the Past, Inspiring the Future
The Legacy of Light Goldberg Institute for Holocaust Education brings a bold, future-focused approach to Holocaust education—one designed to shine a light on history in ways that are immersive, personal, and deeply relevant.
What We Do
Illuminating History Through Human Stories
Our model blends experiential, mobile learning with the powerful voices and legacies of San Diego’s Holocaust survivors, creating encounters that move beyond traditional classroom instruction. By meeting students and communities where they are—on their campuses, in neighborhood spaces, and through interactive digital tools—we remove barriers and bring this essential history directly to them.
Grounded in historical accuracy and enriched by survivor testimony, ethical reflection, and media literacy, our programs transform Holocaust education into a dynamic experience that builds empathy, agency, and moral responsibility.
Built to Foster Empathy & Moral Responsibility
Grounded in Historical Accuracy
Centered on Survivor Testimony
Rooted in Ethical Reflection & Media Literacy
Our History
A Legacy of Light
The Legacy of Light Goldberg Institute for Holocaust Education was founded through the extraordinary generosity and vision of prominent San Diego philanthropist Lee Goldberg and her family. Their investment, made in partnership with Jewish Federation of San Diego, established a bold commitment to ensuring that the lessons of the Holocaust continue to guide our community for generations to come.
Rooted in the belief that remembrance must inspire action, the Institute serves as a hub for innovative, accessible Holocaust education across San Diego. Through school partnerships, community programs, and mobile, interactive learning experiences, we bring historical understanding, survivor voices, and media literacy directly to learners of all ages.
“I experienced painful antisemitism as a young girl growing up in the aftermath of World War II. At the same time, I saw how survivors' stories were woven into the fabric of Jewish life. Those memories serve as powerful reminders of the importance of Holocaust education, especially in light of all that’s happening today. Only by learning from the past can we inform the present and the future.”
— Lee Goldberg
Vision
A world that is more vigilant, compassionate, and just, where the universal lessons of the Holocaust illuminate the past and inspire communities to reject hatred, foster resilience, and uphold human dignity.
Mission
Deliver and increase access to innovative Holocaust education.
Position Holocaust learning as a universal call for reducing antisemitism and hatred and increasing empathy, responsibility, and justice.
Be a central hub that advances best practices, inspires collaboration, and ensures impactful Holocaust education across San Diego County.
Vision & Mission
The Values That Drive Our Work
Our Programs
Initiatives for Students, Educators, and Communities
Holocaust Education in Motion
Spark Interactive
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As our flagship program, Spark Interactive brings Holocaust education to life by traveling to schools and communities throughout San Diego County. This state-of-the-art mobile museum combines digital artifacts, interactive technology, and guided facilitation to create a profound and engaging learning experience.
Designed for Powerful Learning
Educator Trainings
Our professional development programs equip teachers with the knowledge, skills, and resources to teach Holocaust education effectively and meaningfully.
Contact
Bring Legacy of Light to Your Community
Want to bring Legacy of Light programs to your school or community? Join our interest list or contact our team to learn more.
