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NZ’s oldest Holocaust survivor Rachelle Calkoen on hate, the world today, and sharing her story with young people

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  • At 103, New Zealand’s oldest Holocaust survivor, Rachelle Calkoen, is sharing her experiences with young people.
  • The Dutch-born New Zealander survived Nazi occupation and years under a stolen identity, and now speaks about the dangers of intolerance.

At 103, New Zealand’s oldest Holocaust survivor, Rachelle Calkoen, is sharing her story with a new generation.

The Dutch-born New Zealander lived through Nazi occupation, hid her Jewish heritage and survived for years under a stolen identity. She now speaks with young people about the dangers of intolerance.

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