Former Israeli leader Shimon Peres is a foundation member

Members of the charity's board include former Israeli Prime Minister Shimon Peres and actress Elizabeth Taylor.

Mr Boteach, who is president of the foundation, said: "Most parents today want to distinguish themselves in the boardroom rather than the living room.

"They want to be knights of the round table rather than heroes to their kids at the dinner table.

"It is critical that we shift our priorities to make our children number one in our lives."

Jackson is close friends with the rabbi and Mr Boteach has described Jackson's commitment to children as "incredibly inspiring".

His long-awaited new album is reported to be out in the late spring or summer of this year.

Jackson will join a long list of celebrities who have addressed the Oxford Union, including Jerry Hall, Jerry Springer and Stella McCartney.

Last year singer Barry White and actor Charlton Heston addressed the union.