A Voice of Strength: Holocaust Survivor Tova Friedman Visits MBS

Yesterday, we had the profound honor of welcoming Tova Friedman to campus. As one of the youngest known survivors of Auschwitz, Mrs. Friedman carries with her a legacy of unimaginable pain, resilience, and purpose. Her story is not only a powerful reminder of history, but a call to action: to remember, to speak up, and to share.

Tova asked each of us to tell her story—to be the ones who carry it forward. Share one of her TikTok videos with a friend. Talk about her experiences. Read her book. Even the smallest gesture can help ensure that her voice, and the voices of the 1.5 million children murdered during the Holocaust, are never forgotten.

For those interested in learning more or sharing with others, there are two versions of her memoir:

The Daughter of Auschwitz: The Girl Who Lived to Tell Her Story
New York Times bestselling memoir for adults

The Daughter of Auschwitz
Middle grade adaptation, crafted for younger readers to connect with and understand her story.

Tova has dedicated her life to Holocaust education and remembrance. Alongside her grandson Aron, she co-founded the widely-followed TikTok account “TovaTok,” where they use the power of social media to combat antisemitism and bring Holocaust history to millions around the world.

Together, they travel the globe speaking in schools, museums, and public spaces—making sure we do not just remember the past, but take meaningful action for the future.

Let us honor her courage by continuing to share, listen, and never forget.