Nicole Nocon | European Coordinator

Nicole Nocon is a German educator, journalist, and co-founder of generationE, whose work is driven by a deep personal and professional commitment to Holocaust remembrance and education. With a Master’s degree in Comparative Literature, English, and Modern History, Nicole has long engaged with the legacy of National Socialism—both through academic study and through a personal reckoning with her own family’s history.

Nicole began her career as a theater dramaturge and went on to work as a newspaper journalist for nearly two decades. In 2018, alongside Steven Schindler, the son of two Holocaust survivors, she brought The Butterfly Project to Germany, introducing the initiative to students and educators across the country. Due to overwhelming interest, she now coordinates the project nationally, with more than 40 schools participating. She collaborates closely with Israeli researcher Ulla Hadar to uncover and honor the biographies of child victims of the Holocaust.

In 2019, Nicole and Steven co-founded generationE, through which she develops and leads educational projects focused on the Holocaust, antisemitism, and human rights. Her work includes partnerships with institutions such as the USC Shoah Foundation and Zachor Foundation (Hungary). Nicole has also contributed to the USC Shoah Foundation’s Visual History Archive by conducting interviews with Holocaust survivors, ensuring their stories continue to educate and inspire future generations.