In 1988, a small group gathered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, for the founding meeting of the "Federation of Jewish Child Survivors of the Holocaust." Driven by an urgent need to preserve memory, honor survivors, and forge lasting community, that gathering ignited a movement — one that would grow into the World Federation of Jewish Holocaust Survivors and Descendants.

This year, our 36th Conference returns to its Pennsylvania roots.

Philadelphia, October 23–26, 2026.  

Due to the overwhelming response to our 36th Annual Conference in Philadelphia, we have reached capacity and registration is now closed.

We are deeply grateful for your support and look forward to welcoming you to Philadelphia.

Cancellations may occur before the conference. If you would like to attend, please email Lily Elbaum at 2026wfconference@holocaustchild.org to be added to the waitlist.