Kati Preston
SURVIVOR, SPEAKER, AUTHOR, ACTIVIST
HIDDEN CHILD OF THE HOLOCAUST SHARES HER STORY
Kati (KAH-Tee) has shared her story of survival with countless school children throughout New England. Her focus is on the next generation who she believes “will save the world”. Her talks invite audience members to take a journey through history as she recounts the details of her early childhood in Nazi-occupied Hungary. 28 members of Kati’s family perished, including her beloved father.
Kati is with us today due to the kind and courageous acts of one single person during the final stages of World War II. In that spirit, her lasting message is to never underestimate the power of one.
She reminds students of the power they possess to do the right thing and the importance of acting with compassion to fight against hate and prejudice. She warns against bullying and to embrace others who are different from ourselves.
She has engaged adult audiences alike, speaking to groups at historical museums, teacher and administrator conferences, faith groups, and local prisons. Her story of overcoming the unspeakable atrocities of WWII resonates with people from all walks of life. Her message of hope and conquering hateful acts with love and kindness is a message for all of humanity.
SPEECHES AND INTERVIEWS
Governor Sununu Signs Genocide Education Bill
HB 1135 makes Holocaust education compulsory in New Hampshire schools and establishes a commission to study best teaching practices for the subject.
Commendation Ceremony
Kati received a commendation from Govenor Sununu on September 16th, 2024.
Kati Preston joins student discussion via ZOOM
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: $250.00
Kati will join audiences via zoom for a question and answer session after they view the film, "HIDDEN" The true story of Kati Preston.
HIDDEN is a historical docudrama based on Kati’s early life during nazi-occupied Hungary.
The audience is encouraged to ask any questions they may have about the film or details about Kati’s experience as a hidden child of the Holocaust.
(This service may not be available until 2027)
Autobiographical Oral Presentation Followed by Q&A session
Duration: 90 minutes (can be reduced to fit schedules)
Cost: $ 550.00
Price includes speaking fee for one speech, traveling expenses, and services of driver/personal assistant.
The presentation includes three parts:
Part one: An autobiographical oral presentation told by Kati Preston, a hidden child of the Holocaust, in which she tells the story of surviving as a Jewish child in Nazi-occupied Hungary. She also details what life was like living under communism after the collapse of Hitler. Her storytelling methods turn historical facts into meaningful and relatable material. She touches on themes of profound loss, healing, and living a life full of purpose.
Part two: The inspirational part of the presentation stresses the importance of standing up for those who do not have a voice. Encourages the audience to try to do the right thing in the face of adversity, and to be tolerant of others who are different.
Part three: The question-and-answer session includes audience engagement. Attendees are encouraged to ask questions about Europe during World War II and Kati’s personal experiences.