Closing Session of “Law and the Holocaust” Course at Sapir Law School, Led by Justice Esther Hayut

Yesterday, Sapir College’s Law School held the closing session of the course “Law and the Holocaust,” led by the Honorable President of the Supreme Court (retired), Justice Esther Hayut.

The course examined critical legal dimensions of the Holocaust and its aftermath, including landmark cases and the role of law in preserving historical memory. Through deep engagement with legal history and moral dilemmas, students gained a profound understanding of how legal systems respond to atrocities and shape collective remembrance.

Dr. Edo Eshet, Dean of the Law School, remarked: “I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the Honorable Justice Esther Hayut for choosing Sapir Law School to host this meaningful course. Her leadership and insight provide our students with an invaluable educational experience and a lasting contribution to their legal and ethical training.”

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