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Former US First Lady and girls education advocate Michelle Obama is coming to Vancouver in February, for a special event at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
The night of conversation with Michelle Obama, a former lawyer, is organized by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and will take place on February 15.
In a release, Iain Black, president and CEO of the board, said he is “exceptionally excited to host Obama, who he described as “one of the most inspirational public figures of our time.”
“Our organization is honoured to provide a platform for distinguished dignitaries and thought leaders such as Michelle Obama to share their insights directly with British Columbians,” said Black.
Obama attended Princeton University and Harvard Law School, before becoming a lawyer in Chicago.
She later worked in the Chicago mayor’s office, the University of Chicago, and the University of Chicago Medical Centre.
As well, she founded the Chicago chapter of Public Allies, an organization that prepares young people for careers in public service.
During her time as First Lady, Obama launched and led initiatives to boost children’s exercise levels, support veterans and their families, inspire young people to seek higher education, and help adolescent girls around the world go to school.
Anne Giardini, chair of the board and Chancellor of Simon Fraser University, described Obama as a “luminary.”
“She is a role model for millions of women and an inspiring speaker,” said Giardini.
“We look forward to hosting an evening of thought-provoking and compelling dialogue.”
Advance tickets will be available for members of the board on January 10, and to the general public on January 18.
Michelle Obama in Vancouver 2018
When: Thursday, February 15
Time: 5 pm
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre – 630 Hamilton Street, Vancouver
Tickets: Online. Advance tickets for GVBOT members available on January 10, tickets for general public are available on January 18. No prices yet available.
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