On 22 January 2026 Fed My Voice Director Raphi Bloom had the privilege of sharing his dear friend and Holocaust Survivor Ike Alterman’s My Voice life story – through an interactive presentation he has created as part of the My Voice Guardian programme – with Greater Manchester Police at their Holocaust Memorial Day event, arranged by the Jewish Police Association.It was an important opportunity to deepen understanding of the Holocaust and to pass on Ike’s powerful message that “hate is a disease” – an especially powerful one from someone who survived Auschwitz-Birkenau.
His words continue to inspire us all to challenge prejudice, build empathy, and strengthen our communities.
Our sincere thanks to Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson for his warm words and his ongoing commitment to being extremely tough on anti-Jewish racism; to Deputy Mayor Kate Green; to the many GMP officers and staff who joined us; and to the JPA for organising such a meaningful event. Once again, thank you to GMP for everything you do for the Greater Manchester Jewish community.
