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Social Service Programs
The Claims Conference supports organizations around the world that provide essential social services for Holocaust survivors
History
Founded in 1951 by representatives of 23 major international Jewish organizations, the Claims Conference negotiates for and disburses funds to individuals and organizations and seeks the return of Jewish property stolen during the Holocaust. As a result of negotiations with the Claims Conference since 1952, the German government has paid more than $80 billion in indemnification to individuals for suffering and losses resulting from persecution by the Nazis.
Announcement Regarding Claims Conference President
This post is for historical informational purposes only. Please do not refer to this post for information pertaining to current Claims Conference programs. Visit What We Do for current program guidelines and information. Thank you. July 18, 2007 At the meeting of the Board of Directors on July 10-11, 2007, the following senior officers of the Claims […]
Survivor Testimonies Engage Students in Holocaust History
This post is for historical informational purposes only. Please do not refer to this post for information pertaining to current Claims Conference programs. Visit What We Do for current program guidelines and information. Thank you. May 1, 2007 Through a program funded by the Claims Conference, a group of 8th graders in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania who had never […]
Claims Conference Meets Polish Prime Minister, Pressing for Restitution Law
This post is for historical informational purposes only. Please do not refer to this post for information pertaining to current Claims Conference programs. Visit What We Do for current program guidelines and information. Thank you. March 8, 2007 Please note: There is no claims process for property in Poland. The following is an update on negotiations. Leaders […]
