Resistence
In word
And deed
Hannie Schaft - Woman in resistence
The national Hannie Schaft Foundation was established in the spirit of Hannie Schaft. Its purpose is to raise awareness and call for resistance against those who undermine freedom and pursue exclusion. Hannie was an exceptional woman, courageous and determined to stand up against injustice. Her ideas are a source of inspiration to many.
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Become
aware
by
commemoration
The foundation
Immediately after the war, Hannie Schaft was commemorated annually by Truus and Freddie Oversteegen and others from the resistance council, but official commemorations were long prevented due to the communist background of the resistance council.
In 1982, the statue “Woman in Resistance”, designed by Truus Menger-Oversteegen, was unveiled in Haarlem.
To keep Hannie’s legacy alive as a symbol of (women’s) resistance, Truus and Freddie founded the National Hannie Schaft Commemoration Foundation in 1996, which has since organized the commemoration annually on the last Sunday in November.
Commemoration
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Honorable
Collection
The Honorable Collection is a curated selection of stories, activities, and highlights from the Hannie Schaft Foundation. Here you’ll discover past events, current stories, and special activities that bring our mission to life.
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In: Hannie Schaft
Are you like Hannie?
In the documentary film and a teaching module of the same name, we get to know Hannie Schaft better and we search for …
In: Remembrance
National remembrance
Every year on the last Sunday in November, the national Hannie Schaft commemoration takes place in Haarlem.
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In: Hannie Schaft
Hannie's thoughts and dreams
“I believe in a world where freedom, justice, and equality exist for everyone”.
In: Remembrance
Woman resistance
In 1982, Truus Oversteegen designed a statue called “Woman in Resistance” in honor of her friend Hannie.
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Activities
National
Hannie Schaft
commemorate
On Sunday, November 30th, we commemorate Hannie Schaft, her courage, and her commitment to freedom. Join us to honor her legacy and raise awareness.
