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Find people

Look for old friends, classmates, neighbours and relatives from the camps, wherever they live now. Search the directory, list yourself so others can find you, or post a notice asking someone to get in touch.

People directory

Members choose whether they are listed here and who sees each detail of their profile.

How the directory works

  1. List yourself. Create your own profile. A photo or a coloured avatar, the camp you were connected to, the country you live in now, your interests and a one-line introduction are all optional. A face photo is never required.
  2. Choose who sees each detail. Every detail is visible only to you until you choose otherwise: signed-in members, or everyone. You can change or remove a detail at any time.
  3. Invite a friend. You can invite a friend to join. Only they can make their profile and decide what it shows.
  4. Write privately. Members write to each other on this site, so nobody has to show a phone number, an email address or a home address. You can block or report anyone who writes to you.

“Looking for someone” notices

If the person you are looking for is not in the directory, post a short notice with their name or nickname, how you know them, and a message asking them to get in touch. Members who recognize the person can tell them about it. Each notice is listed for 30 days.

Before you post a notice
  • Post notices about adults only. Never post a notice about a child.
  • Camp, school and time period are optional. Leave out exact locations and anything the person may not want shared.
  • Do not add phone numbers, addresses, documents, case details, health information or accusations.
  • If you recognize someone in a notice, write to the member who posted it. Do not pass on the person’s details: tell them about the notice and let them decide whether to answer.
Protect other people’s privacy

Do not post someone else’s phone number, address, documents, case details, health information or photo without their permission. Only the person themself can make a directory profile. Use Report on any profile, notice or message that breaks these rules.