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 AUSTRALIA'S  ‘LADY OF FIRSTS' NOVA PERIS TO SPEAK AT IWD BREAKFAST 

Equal Futures Project is known for hosting inspirational speakers who are committed to improving the world, and making our communities more equitable and inclusive. 

We are very excited to announce Nova Peris, OAM as the keynote speaker for our 12th annual International Women's Day breakfast on Friday, 3  March 2023 at NEX - Wests Newcastle.  

Australia’s ‘lady of firsts', Nova was the first Aboriginal woman elected to Federal Parliament and the first Aboriginal Australian to win an Olympic Gold Medal. In 2020 she established the Nova Peris Foundation to support communities to be self-determining.  She was recently honoured with a statue in Melbourne’s Federation Square, designed and sculpted by internationally renowned artists Gillie and Marc as part of their ‘Statues for Equality’ project. 

The event will also support three local charities - Prelude Australia, Splash of Colour Swimming and Carrie’s Place – who will share in the proceeds from the event.  Thank you to all the other fantastic local charities who also responded to our EOI.   

Auslan Interpreters will also be present, ensuring the event is accessible to hearing impaired guests.  

Online bookings are open. Limited VIP tables, as well as individual, tables of ten, not-for-profit and student tickets available.  

Thank you to our Event Partner Port Waratah Coal Service for their ongoing support. 

If you have any questions please contact us.

PAST EVENTS

Former Australian of the Year, Grace Tame, launched our inaugural Keynote Series in September 2022.  Grace is an inspiring young Australian who has spent the last 10 years turning her traumatic experience into advocacy for survivors of child sexual assault and a leader of positive change. 

In 2022 she release The Ninth Life of a Diamond Miner - Grace's story in her words. As with all her work, the book offers a constructive and optimistic vision for a better future for all of us.

Our 10th annual International Women's Day breakfast on 6 March 2020 featured Prof. Kerryn Phelps, AM (appearing by arrangement with Claxton Speakers International). Dr Phelps presented the keynote address to a packed auditorium of over 560 people.