The Simon Wiesenthal Center is a global Jewish human rights organization founded in 1977. It is named after Simon Wiesenthal, a Holocaust survivor who dedicated his life to tracking down Nazi war criminals. The center focuses on education, advocacy, and the preservation of the memory of the Holocaust. The center operates a museum, conducts research, and engages in various educational programs to combat anti-Semitism and promote tolerance. It also works to ensure that the lessons of the Holocaust are not forgotten, fostering a commitment to human rights for all people.