Honouring David McBride: Sydney Award Ceremony
Description
David McBride stood for the truth. He went to prison for it.
In 2016 he gave the ABC the documents behind The Afghan Files. In May 2024 the ACT Supreme Court sentenced him to five years and eight months in prison. He left prison on parole on 13 August 2026, after serving 27 months.
Join us in Sydney as David receives a special award for his courage and sacrifice.
Details
Date: Tuesday 17 November 2026
Time: 7:00pm AEDT. Doors 6:30pm.
Venue: Details sent closer to the date.
Tickets: Free but very limited. Maximum 2 per person.
Programme
Opening address
Panel discussion: Honouring David McBride
Award presentation
Words from David McBride
Reception
Can’t make it? You can still stand with whistleblowers by donating to The Information Rights Project's 'After David McBride' campaign.
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