Activities
Maribor WWII International Research Centre
IRC Maribor was established as a non-profit private institute, per a signed memorandum in February 2018, to foster good relations between countries and preserve the historical memory of the nations that fought against Nazi-Fascism during the Second World War. A key guiding principle of its work is the analysis of issues related to the historical past, as well as the emphasis on and preservation of the memory of the crimes of Nazi-Fascism, to prevent the resurgence of extremist ideologies.
The IRC Maribor’s core mission is carrying out scholarly research, publishing, educational, and commemorative activities, and its ongoing commitment to preserving peace in the world. In its research on the crimes of the Second World War, it collaborates with various museums, archives, and other cultural institutions, research institutes, universities, and non-governmental organisations from Slovenia and abroad. IRC Maribor regularly organises major scholarly events (conferences, symposiums, and round tables) with international participation, presents original exhibitions through professional pedagogical guided tours, and implements educational events and workshops to share historical knowledge, memory, and message—particularly to younger generations.
The Maribor IRC’s mission is in the following
Studying
Studying questions about WWII with an emphasis on preserving historical memory of the battle waged by the people of two countries against Nazi and fascist aggressors, and of the horrors committed by the Nazis and fascists during the great war, with the purpose of preventing the repeated rise of neo-Nazi and other harmful extremist ideologies.
Contribution
Contributing to the realisation of joint cultural and historical projects between the Republic of Slovenia and countries from abroad.
Collaboration
Collaborating with museums, archives, research centres, and other institutions of science and culture, NGOs, representatives of academic communities, experts, local researchers, and other individuals from Slovenia and abroad interested in WWII and Nazi camps.
Video presentation
The whole project is designed not only to serve as the site of a memorial, but primarily as a site of learning and education. It must remind us and shock us, at the same time its obligation must be to encourage optimism and the desire for a better future.
Events
Partners
In its activities, IRC Maribor regularly collaborates with various museums, archives, and other cultural institutions, research institutes, universities, and non-governmental organisations from Slovenia and abroad. We are constantly striving to expand our network of partners.
