Israeli Embassy: Note of Invitation and Cooperation
Regarding the 63rd Commemoration of the 1963 March on Washington
To the Government and People of Israel,
Shalom and Peace.
As preparations move forward for the anticipated 63rd Commemoration of the historic August 1963 March on Washington, I respectfully extend this note to clarify the spirit in which your awareness and participation are welcomed.
This commemoration seeks not merely to remember a significant moment in American civil rights history, but also to renew the historic friendship between Jewish communities and the American Civil Rights Movement — a partnership that has demonstrated how diverse communities can work together constructively in pursuit of dignity, justice, and democratic stability.
In that spirit, the support sought from Israel is modest, respectful, and primarily symbolic rather than political. Specifically, such support may include:
Awareness and Encouragement
Recognition by Israeli governmental, cultural, or educational institutions of the historic Jewish contribution to civil rights efforts in the United States, helping younger generations appreciate this shared legacy.
Cultural and Educational Participation
Opportunities for Israeli scholars, faith leaders, youth representatives, or cultural voices to participate in dialogue, commemoration activities, or educational exchange related to civil rights history and interfaith cooperation.
Moral Partnership
Affirmation of the enduring values that historically connected Jewish ethical traditions with civil rights advocacy — dignity, responsibility, compassion, and justice — values that remain relevant in today’s rapidly changing technological and social environment.
Future Ethical Dialogue
Continued engagement in conversations about humanitarian responsibility, technological ethics, interfaith cooperation, and civic compassion, areas where Israel’s experience, resilience, and innovation offer a valuable perspective.
This invitation is offered in friendship and gratitude.
It recognizes the meaningful role Jewish communities historically played in advancing civil rights and expresses hope that this spirit of partnership can continue to inspire cooperation in addressing contemporary humanitarian and ethical challenges.
No political position is requested.
Rather, the emphasis is on remembrance, education, and constructive dialogue that strengthens understanding between people.
Thank you for your consideration, your historic partnership, and your ongoing contributions to global moral conversation.
With respect and goodwill,
Ted Hayes
Justiceville / EXODUS II Initiative
Sacred Tech Civic Ethics Project
United States of America
Shalom • Peace • Justice