October 1 event in DC features national leaders, entertainers
The Human Rights Campaign, America’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender civil rights organisation, today announced the full line-up for the organisation’s 15th Annual National Dinner on Saturday, October 1, 2011 in Washington, D.C.
Delivering the keynote address will be President Barack Obama; New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg will receive the National Ally for Equality Award; Representative Tammy Baldwin will be a featured speaker; Artists Cyndi Lauper and Greyson Chance will perform; and Mika will give an after-party concert.
“This has been a remarkable year in the fight for LGBT equality,” said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese. “We’re thrilled to be joined by national leaders and inspiring artists as we celebrate our victories and redouble our efforts for the fights that remain ahead.”
As previously announced, President Obama will deliver the keynote address – his second appearance as President at the HRC National Dinner. New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg will receive the National Ally for Equality Award for his advocacy on marriage equality in New York State and Representative Tammy Baldwin will also deliver remarks. Music icon Cyndi Lauper will perform as will Greyson Chance, a 13 year old phenom who rose to fame through a YouTube cover of Lady Gaga. Finally, pop sensation Mika will give a full concert as the entertainment for the event’s after-party.
More information is available at www.hrcnaationaldinner.org.