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4 Weeks to Go! 3-9 December 2009
Online Registration Ends November 19!

The world is waiting for us to be the change we want to see in the world.

Experience first hand some of the most influential leaders of our time. Discover remarkable stories of hope, courage and compassion and register today for the Parliament plenaries.

Opening Plenary Speakers
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
3 December, 7:30 – 9:00pm

Dr Sakena Yacoobi
Founder of the Afghan Institute of Learning, a groundbreaking women-led grassroots organization that has supported 80 underground home schools for girls.

Rabbi David Saperstein
Designated in Newsweek’s 2009 list as the most influential rabbi in the US. He represents the national Reform movement to the US Congress and to the Presidential Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships.

His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Founder of the Art of Living Foundation and is a renowned spiritual leader and humanitarian whose mission of uniting the world into a violence-free family has inspired millions worldwide.

Closing Plenary Speakers
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
9 December, 2:30 – 4:00pm

His Holiness XIV Dalai Lama
International religious and spiritual leader of the Tibetan people and has received many international awards, including the 1989 Nobel Peace Prize.

Uncle Bob Randall
Uncle Bob Randall is a Yankunytjatjara Elder, Traditional Owner of Uluru, and member of the Australian Stolen Generation, working as a teacher and leader for Aboriginal land rights, education, community development and cultural awareness.
 

Catering – Don't Miss Out!

The MCEC has created a delicious catering menu for the 2009 Parliament. Please note – catering is not included in the registration fee and cannot be purchased onsite, please pre book your catering preferences on your online registration form.

Call for Exhibitions
– Space is Limited!


Exhibiting at the Parliament is an ideal way to reach an international audience. For details on exhibition opportunities, including visibility on the Parliament website, click here.

Offsite Events at the Parliament

An array of special events — films, performances, exhibitions, religious services — will be offered. Take up the Yoga Aid Challenge or the Journey to the Murray. For details, click here.

Accommodation

Several categories of accommodation have been reserved at highly competitive rates. Should you wish to make a booking you will need credit card details to secure the reservation. To view available properties please click here.



"Patheos is committed to elevating the global dialogue on religion and spirituality, so our partnership with the Parliament is a perfect fit. We are excited to be a part of the world's premier event furthering interfaith dialogue."
— Leo Brunnick, CEO
    & Founder



FOR ALL ENQUIRIES:

Within Australia:
Office of the Parliament of the World’s Religions, Melbourne 2009
The Hub, 17 Waterview Walk
Docklands, Victoria, 3008 Australia
Tel: 1300 852 156 (within Australia)
+ 61 3 1300 852 156 (outside Australia)
Fax: + 61 8622 4832
info@parliamentofreligions2009.org

 
 
Outside Australia: 
Council for a Parliament of the World's Religions
70 East Lake Street, Suite 205
Chicago, Illinois 60601 USA
Tel: + 1 312.629.2990
Fax: + 1 312.629.2991
info@parliamentofreligions.org

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