The Jewish Federation of Greater Binghamton was approached by the Capital District Jewish Holocaust Memorial organization, which is working to create a permanent New York State Holocaust Memorial, to write a letter to the New York state legislature in support a memorial. Below is the letter the Federation sent.
“The Jewish Federation of Greater Binghamton is pleased to support the efforts of the Capital District Jewish Holocaust Memorial,” said Shelley Hubal, executive director of the Federation. “It is important to teach the next generation of citizens about the history of the Holocaust and the dangers of not standing up to hate in all it’s forms.”

The letter sent to the New York state legislature

May 6, 2025
Mr. Dan Dembling, President
Capital District Jewish Holocaust Memorial
184 Washington Ave. Ext.
Albany, NY 12203
Dear Mr. Dembling,
The Jewish Federation of Greater Binghamton believes in the importance of Holocaust education. We therefore advocate for the construction of a Holocaust Memorial adjacent to the NYS Museum in Albany.
Our endorsement extends to the CDJHM’s legislative efforts to secure the location adjacent to the State Museum and establish the memorial as the official New York State Holocaust Memorial. We endorse a traveling “Pop-up” version of the memorial, designed for schools, synagogues, churches, and other public venues. This portable memorial will ensure that the lessons of the Holocaust reach a broader audience and engage many communities.
As time continues to pass, we see the number of first-hand accounts from survivors and rescuers diminish rapidly. With the rise of Holocaust denial and anti-Semitism, the urgency of this initiative intensifies. The need for remembrance and education is more pressing than ever.
We stand ready to assist CDJHM and know that together, we can ensure that the memory of the Holocaust is preserved and honored for generations to come.
Sincerely,
Shelley Hubal, Executive Director, Jewish Federation of Greater Binghamton
Suzanne Holwitt, President, Jewish Federation of Greater Binghamton