Observer Ethical Awards 2006
The judging panel discuss one of the nominations
The venue lit with LED batons
Delicious organic food from our friends at Passion Organic
Annie Lennox makes a special appearance on behalf of Make Poverty History
Julian Rhind-Tutt, from Channel 4’s Green Wing helps to present the Awards
Zac and Sheherazade Goldsmith enjoy the party
Seventeen organised the first ever ethical awards run by a national newspaper. Seventeen managed the entire awards process from marketing the awards, receiving entries, running the judging process (including bringing celebrity judge Woody Harrelson on board), and organising the awards party itself.
The event took place at LSO St Luke’s, a stunning converted Hawksmoor church in London. Seventeen ensured that all elements of the event design were as ethical as possible. For example, the seating, backdrop and banners were made from recycled and recyclable card; the lighting was provided by low level LED batons or solar powered lights; the goody bags were recycled, the car service was eco friendly and the trophies were produced from sustainable materials.
Praise for the Observer Ethical Awards…
“Just huge congratulations and thanks for all your efforts on the Ethical Awards, which were terrific. Please pass on my warmest thanks and congratulations to everybody involved who has worked with you.” Roger Alton, editor, The Observer
“Thank you and your teams for brilliant work.” Allan Jenkins, editor, Observer Magazine
“Last night was a huge success, very well done!” Julie Taylor, Head of PR, The Guardian & Observer
“What a great event - well done with all your fantastic organising.” Clare Allman, Marketing Manager, Ecover
For further information about the Observer Ethical Awards in association with Ecover please visit www.observer.co.uk/ethicalawards