The world is waiting for us to be the change we want to see in the world / Parliament of the World Religions

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.