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Stories that Change the World
"Another world is not only possible… on a quiet day, I can hear her breathing.”
— Arundhati Roy
We warmly invite you to the launch of the Be Hope campaign and the first in our Stories That Changed the World speaker series.
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This inaugural conversation features The Right Honourable Helen Clark - a transformational feminist leader whose work has shaped global development at the highest levels. In conversation with Be Hope Campaign Ambassador Briony Benjamin, she will reflect on a lifetime of leadership, and on the extraordinary impact of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance in saving children’s lives.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday 29 April 2026
Time: 2:00 - 3:00pm
Where: Clarendon Room D, Melbourne Convention Exhibition Centre
Price: FREE - Invite only
Be Hope is a national campaign - calling for renewed investment in global health, international cooperation, and climate ambition.
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Across the year, this series will shine a light on stories from around the world that remind us: even in the darkest moments, change is not only possible - it is already underway.
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From those pushing for peace,
to those driving bold climate action,
to those working tirelessly to make sure children thrive.
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Join us
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RSVP essential
Alongside her personal story, Briony has built a career at the intersection of climate, gender equity and health. She has worked across the social and environmental impact sector — from supporting the election of climate-focused women leaders with the community independents movement and Climate 200, to producing campaigns and documentaries for organisations including World WildLife Fund and the Climate Council. As a former Executive Producer at Mamamia, she created award-winning content reaching tens of millions, bringing complex issues to life through compelling storytelling.
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As an ambassador for the Be Hope campaign, Briony embodies the belief that ordinary people have the power to shape an incredible future.
Our Be Hope Ambassador and MC:
Briony Benjamin
Briony Benjamin is an Australian author, speaker, producer and storyteller known for her ability to turn life’s toughest moments into powerful messages of hope and action.
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After being diagnosed with stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at just 31, Briony began sharing her experience with raw honesty — reaching millions and sparking a global conversation about resilience, perspective and what truly matters. Her video You Only Get One Life went viral, leading to her bestselling book Life Is Tough But So Are You, which has helped countless people navigate adversity with courage and clarity.