CLOSING PLENARY
Wednesday 9 December
2.30 pm – 4.00 pm
The 2009 Parliament concludes with a ‘Call to Commitment and Action’ to foster harmony between communities, reverse climate change, alleviate poverty and support the self-determination of Indigenous peoples world-wide. The unique possibilities that religion and spirituality can contribute to ‘Make a World of Difference’ through dialogue, commitment, vision and service will be highlighted.
Performers will include the Australian Girls Choir, cellist Michael Fitzpatrick and the Gyuto Monks
His Holiness XIV Dalai Lama
His Holiness the XIV Dalai Lama of Tibet, Tenzin Gyatso, is the spiritual and temporal leader of the Tibetan people and has received many international awards, including the 1989 Nobel Peace Prize.
Uncle Bob Randall
Bob Randall is one of the Stolen Generation of the Aboriginal people, a Yankunytjatjara Elder and a Traditional Owner of Uluru. He also works as a teacher and leader for Aboriginal land rights, education, community development and cultural awareness.
