Amid the wave of antisemitism, is the "Never Again on Wheels" initiative. Cyclist, Lukáš Klement, invites the public to support the journey ahead of Holocaust Remembrance Day. "Join the first kilometer - together we will bring life into the symbol of death", he says. "I will wait at the Gate of Death at 3:00 PM. If no one arrives, I will of course set out alone, but I hope people will come". Klement will travel especially from the Czech Republic for a ride of up to 50 hours, carried out in cooperation with ZAKA.
The initiative by Lukáš Klement and ZAKA deliberately sets out from a starting point symbolizing one of the most horrific acts of mass murder in history. "ZAKA is the only professional organization in the world dedicated to honoring the dead - this is a natural partnership", Klement says.
"After the attack in Sydney and just before Holocaust Remembrance Day, this is my answer to the terrorists: a cross-border - cross-cultural project that connects people regardless of race, gender, or religion". ZAKA includes a diverse range of volunteers - Muslims, Christians, and Jews, united by the mission of honoring the dead, and is involved in the recovery of human remains and rescue operations worldwide, including during the war in Ukraine, where the organization rescued dozens of Holocaust survivors, among them a 101 years old survivor. The organization has also dispatched emergency teams to Sydney, Australia, to the recent disaster in Switzerland, and to many other locations and incidents.
Join the first kilometer public ride, in the name of the dead - for the sake of the living, "My great hope is that numerous people will join, so it won’t only be the world's largest "Never Again", but also a large group ride", says Klement. "For this purpose, I set up a WhatsApp group for the journey to Poland, where people can receive details on how to join any part of the ride or simply show support - spread the word, share, help - keep it rolling.” https://chat.whatsapp.com/IAxFKGPQScNGydNhOHjzM9
Media coverage is available during the preparation stages, the launch, and throughout the journey.