Bob Hepple Equality Award 2018

The Equal Rights Trust is delighted to invite you to the fourth annual Bob Hepple Equality Award 2018 on Thursday 4 October 2018. The Award recognises the outstanding contributions of proponents of equality, with a particular focus on those who promote the comprehensive approach to equality which drives our work at the Trust. This year, we seek to recognise someone whose work has directly resulted in a legal victory in the field of equality, either through legislative reform or before a court.

The ceremony will celebrate Shahla Ismayil, a leading Azerbaijani gender equality advocate.

Keynote Speaker, Sir Nicholas Blake QC

Our keynote speaker for the evening will be Sir Nicholas Blake, former High Court Judge and representative of the judiciary of England and Wales in the International Association of Judges. Sir Nicholas was a founding member of Matrix Chambers and served as its first chair; he has now re-joined Matrix as a Consultant. He has spoken internationally and written extensively on human rights issues.

Bob Hepple Equality Award 2018

After the ceremony, drinks and a buffet will be provided and there will be plenty of opportunity to network and meet the worthy winner and speakers.

Drinks Reception: 6.30 – 7.00
Award Ceremony: 7.00 – 8.00
Dinner: 8.00 – 9.30