Polish Council of Assistance to the Jews (Żegota)

The Polish Council of Assistance to the Jews, known as Żegota, was an underground organization in occupied Poland during World War II. Established in 1942, its primary goal was to secretly help Jewish people escape persecution by providing shelter, false documents, and financial aid. Operating within a dangerous environment, Żegota coordinated efforts with resistance groups to save thousands from the Holocaust. Its existence highlights the bravery and moral commitment of Poles who risked their lives to oppose Nazi atrocities and assist their Jewish neighbors.