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2016 Sydney Peace Prize Gala Dinner

November 11, 2016 - November 12, 2016

Directly after the City of Sydney Peace Prize Lecture, the exquisite Sydney Peace Prize Gala Dinner, the Foundation’s fundraising event of the year, will be held at the Hilton’s Grand Ballroom.

Hosted by Tara Moss, this event offers a more intimate opportunity to meet Naomi Klein, mingle with guests, network with corporate and community leaders, and celebrate the Prize with a spectacular fully catered three-course dinner!

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This year, the Foundation will host it’s first-ever silent auction. Guests can bid on fantastic items and experiences, such as a work by renowned artist and 2015 Sydney Peace Prize recipient George Gittoes, ethical jewelry, an Eco Retreat in Kangaroo Valley, a lunch with 2014 Sydney Peace Prize recipient Julian Burnside AO QC, and much more.

Even if you are not attending the Gala Dinner you can bid!

Tickets are $290 and $2700 for a table of 10.

Please note, this includes VIP seating at the City of Sydney Peace Prize Lecture and Award Ceremony. This events starts at 6.00 for 6.30pm at Town Hall.

A the Lecture & Award Ceremony, Naomi Klein will receive the Peace Prize and give her much-anticipated public address. ARIA award-winning Missy Higgins will sing an opening song, 2008 Peace Prize recipient Senator Patrick Dodson will introduce Naomi, and Professor Gillian Triggs, President of the Australian Human Rights Commission, will award the Prize.

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Start:
November 11, 2016
End:
November 12, 2016