30 Jan 2024
39m

Don't Forget to Remember

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99% Invisible

This podcast episode delves into the significance of memorials, exploring the purpose of creating a memorial for the victims of the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the efforts of Kristin Urquiza and her organization, Marked by COVID, in establishing a national COVID Memorial and a federally recognized COVID Memorial Day. The episode explores the challenges and considerations surrounding the memorialization of a tragedy of this scale, including the complexities of capturing the multifaceted experiences and addressing societal disagreements.

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