The Ohio Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission

The Ohio Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission was formed in 2021 and consists of 15 members appointed by the Governor. The Commission’s duties are identified in Ohio Revised Code Section 197.08. Generally, the commission is charged with gathering and disseminating Holocaust and Genocide information and helping promote awareness of issues relating to the Holocaust and genocide while advising state government officials on these relevant issues.

For more information including meeting notices, please visit our website.

Members

Executive Director:

Andrea Brookover - email at [email protected]

Director of Education:

Jodi Elowitz - email at [email protected]

Outreach Coordinator:

Emily Brokamp - email at [email protected]

Public appointees:

Robert Friedman, Columbus
Sarah Weiss, Cincinnati - Secretary
Bradley Beach, North Canton - Treasurer
Anne Lukas, South Euclid - Vice Chair
Robin Judd, Bexley
Rhonda Sheakley, Cincinnati
Mark Swaim-Fox, Cleveland Heights - Chair
Yona Klein, University Heights

Ohio House:

Rep. Sara Carruthers
Rep. Casey Weinstein

Ohio Senate:

Senator Hearcel Craig
Senator Andrew Brenner

Ex Officio members:

Superintendent of Public Instruction - Interim Director
Chancellor - Randy Gardner
Department of Veterans Services Director - Deborah Ashenhurst

New Funding Opportunities for Ohio Teachers (Grades 5-12)

The Ohio Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission is offering two unique funding opportunities for teachers grades 5-12 at Ohio accredited schools. These programs will help unlock the power of history, ignite critical thinking, and inspire a lifelong passion for learning in students.