Ticket for 'Elie Wiesel in Conversation' at 92Y

This letter, dated October 5, 1987, from Lech Wałęsa in Gdańsk, Poland, to Elie Wiesel in New York, U.S.A., acknowledges a delayed response and confirms Wałęsa's willingness to participate in a conference chaired by Wiesel. Wałęsa states his intention to do everything possible to attend in Paris in January 1988. However, he expresses uncertainty about his ability to travel, citing potential issues with obtaining a passport or the political/personal situation in Poland preventing his departure. He inquires whether it would be possible for his speech to be read aloud if he cannot attend in person, and offers to send it. The letter concludes with thanks for Wiesel's kind words and an expression of desire to be present in January.

This letter from the Forum 2000 Foundation invites Elie Wiesel to deliver an introductory speech at their annual conference, scheduled for October 21-23, 2012, in Prague. The letter begins by recalling the foundation's origins in 1996, initiated by Václav Havel, Elie Wiesel, and Yohei Sasakawa, and emphasizes its ongoing commitment to democratic principles, support for dissidents, and championing civil society. It notes the recent passing of President Havel and Executive Director Oldřich Černý but reaffirms the foundation's dedication to their shared legacy. The letter also mentions the expansion of the Forum 2000 International Advisory Board and outlines the upcoming conference's focus on the relationship between democracy and the media, particularly concerning changes in the Arab world. A postscript expresses gratitude for Wiesel's keynote speech at the 2009 Holocaust Era Assets conference in Prague.

William J. Perry, the Secretary of Defense, writes to Elie Wiesel to express his sincere thanks for a copy of Wiesel's book "Night/Dawn/Day" and its generous inscription. Perry conveys deep gratitude for Wiesel's thoughtfulness. He commends Wiesel's writings for powerfully addressing global challenges to peace and freedom, noting the continued relevance of "Night," even 40 years after its creation. Perry also references a shared speakers' platform in Miami and looks forward to future encounters. The letter indicates an enclosure.

This document is a confidential draft itinerary (Draft 2, dated December 9, 2013) detailing the schedule for "The Story and the Storyteller: A Week with Elie Wiesel," an event series held at Chapman University from April 6 to 13, 2014. Elie Wiesel, a Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and Distinguished Presidential Fellow, is the central figure, with the itinerary outlining his comprehensive engagements. The schedule includes his travel arrangements, welcome receptions, a variety of academic sessions (seminars, lectures, and conversations with students and faculty on topics such as Ecclesiastes, Holocaust literature, identity, and memory), press interviews, and private social events. The document specifies timings, locations within Chapman University (e.g., Leatherby Libraries, Samueli Holocaust Memorial Library, Wallace All Faiths Chapel), and lists participants like professors, administrators, and student groups involved in the week's activities. It reflects a detailed organizational plan for a significant academic and public engagement.

This document is an invitation from Monsieur Roger Cukierman, President of the CRIF (Representative Council of Jewish Institutions in France), to Monsieur and Madame Elie Wiesel. The invitation is for a dinner scheduled for Tuesday, March 4, 2014, at 7:00 PM. Monsieur François Hollande, President of the Republic, is designated as the guest of honor. The event is to take place at Pavillon d'Armenonville, located at Allée de Longchamp, 75116 Paris. The invitation specifies that seating is limited and an RSVP is required upon receipt. Contact information for CRIF, including their address (Espace Rachi, 39 rue Broca, 75005 Paris) and phone number, is provided at the bottom.