Global Education Gala

Each year, the World Affairs Council - Washington, DC hosts its annual Global Education Gala. The dinner is a high-profile forum to recognize the Council's achievements over the previous year. It is also a time for the council to honor the work of citizens, teachers, government officials, diplomatic corps members, and Council supporters for their commitment to educating the national capital area community about issues of international importance. Each year the council honors individuals and organizations for their contributions to the promotion of global education and public awareness of global issues. The Global Education Gala is a crucial source of support for the Council's public and educational programs for area citizens, teachers, and students.

Global Education Gala 2009

Honorees:

	The Honorable Janet Napolitano, Secretary of Homeland Security received the "International Affairs Award"
	Sir Nigel Sheinwald, KCMD, British Ambassador to the United States received the "Distinguished Diplomatic Service Award"
	Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation received the "Global Education Award" accepted by Dr. Vicki Phillips, Director of Education Programs
	Michelle Rhee, Chancellor, Washington DC Public School System received the "Educator of the Year Award"
	Eleanor Clift, Contributing Editor for Newsweek received the "Global Communications Award"

June 17^th, 2009 at
Willard InterContinental Washington

1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington DC 20004

Reception beginning at 6:30 and dinner at 7:30

Individual tickets are available for $250 (members) and $500 (non-members)
Guests are encouraged to bring a student to the dinner for $150

To order tickets or for more information please call WAC-DC at (202) 293-1051

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