The Centennial Dinner

The Centennial Campaign was launched in 2012 at the 1st President’s Centennial Dinner, in Kuala Lumpur. Held during the Union World Conference on Lung Health, these annual dinners offer an opportunity for Union supporters to join the campaign.

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8th President's Centennial Dinner

Taj Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad

The 8th President's Centennial Dinner took place on 29 October 2019 at the Taj Falaknuma Palace, in Hyderabad, India, on the eve of the 50th Union World Conference on Lung Health.

Located 2,000 feet above the city of Hyderabad, the Taj Falaknuma Palace is described as “a jewel amongst the clouds”. This splendid palace was built in 1894 by Sir Viqar-ul-Umra, the Prime Minister of Hyderabad, in a classical style from Italian marble. It has hosted royalty and dignitaries from all over the globe, including King George V, Queen Mary, Edward VIII and Tsar Nicholas II.

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7th President's Centennial Dinner

The Ridderzaal, The Hague

The 7th President's Centennial Dinner took place on 23 October 2018 in the Ridderzaal, ‘Hall of Knights’, part of the Binnenhof, the Dutch parliamentary buildings in The Hague. 

This beautiful thirteenth century building has a significant place in The Union’s history. In 1932, the 8th Union World Conference on Tuberculosis held its opening ceremony in the Ridderzaal. Her Majesty Emma, the mother of Queen Wilhelmina, and His Royal Highness Prince Hendrik attended the opening.

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6th President's Centennial Dinner

Hospicio Cabañas, Guadalajara, Mexico

The 6th President's Centennial Dinner took place in Guadalajara, Mexico, on Tuesday, 10 October 2017.

The dinner was held in the Hospicio Cabañas, a UNESCO world heritage site in the historic downtown of Guadalajara. This stunning building is one of the oldest and largest hospital complexes in the Americas.

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The Union Centennial Film

Celebrating 100 Years of Know. Share. Act.

Founded 100 years ago, The Union is the world’s very first global health nonprofit. The Union is the only organization that collects scientific evidence, translates that evidence into new solutions, and then sees those solutions implemented widely in the real world.

5th President's Centennial Dinner

Liverpool Cathedral, UK

The 5th President’s Centennial Dinner took place at Liverpool Cathedral, on Tuesday, 25 October 2016. Over 170 Union supporters gathered to celebrate its 96-year history and appreciate the classic beauty of the Cathedral.

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4th President’s Centennial Dinner

Cavalli Wine and Stud Farm, Cape Town

The 4th President’s Centennial Dinner took place at the Cavalli Wine and Stud Farm in Somerset West, near Cape Town, South Africa on Wednesday, 2 December 2015. Union supporters gathered to celebrate its 95-year history and enjoy the renowned Cavalli vineyards, gardens, art gallery and restaurant.

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3rd President’s Centennial Dinner

Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya, Barcelona

The 3rd President’s Centennial Dinner took place on Tuesday, 28 October 2014, during the 45th Union World Conference on Lung Health in Barcelona, Spain. Close to 250 people enjoyed cocktails on the plaza of the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya in Parc de Montjüic, overlooking the city, then dined in the spectacular Sala de la Cúpula.

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2nd President’s Centennial Dinner

Cercle National des Armées, Paris

The reputation of the President’s Dinner as an event not to be missed during the World Conference grew in 2013. The second dinner in Paris, France attracted a capacity crowd of 200 to the elegant Cercle National des Armées on Wednesday, 30 October 2013.

Long-time member Prof Lee B Reichman welcomed the guests and President E Jane Carter spoke about the importance of continuing research and education to fulfill The Union’s vision.

1st President’s Centennial Dinner

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The Centennial Campaign was launched on 13 November 2012 at the 1st President’s Centennial Dinner in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Envisioned as a series of dinners held each year in conjunction with the World Conference, this first event created momentum for years ahead. 

The spacious, modern Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre in Malaysia, with its lush garden and view of the Petronas Towers, proved a very congenial setting for the 43rd Union World Conference on Lung Health. 

Supporters of the Centennial Dinner

Corporations, foundations and individuals can all invest in the Centennial Campaign, recognising that millions of lives have been improved and saved through The Union's work in its first 100 years – and that many millions more will benefit over the coming decades. As we approach our centennial, we commemorate our progress against tuberculosis and other diseases and towards building capacity at every level of the health system. We have come far, but our work is not over. The Centennial Campaign will support our next century of global impact.

The President’s Centennial Dinner is an annual event that commemorates the many advances The Union has made against tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, and illnesses caused by tobacco use, as well as considering the public health challenges we still face. This occasion, on the eve of the Union World Conference on Lung Health, gathers friends of The Union, like-minded scientists, academics, activists and politicians all united in continuing the fight against these deadly diseases that too often target the world’s most vulnerable people. The funds raised from this dinner are used to support our next century of global impact.

To find out more about how to support the campaign, please contact us at centennial@theunion.org.