We’re sharing a few of our favorite shots from the 2017 Goldman Prize tour in San Francisco and Washington, DC. After flying in from all over the world, the Prize winners are on-the-go for nearly two weeks meeting with various NGOs, political officials, youth groups, media outlets, local supporters and more. Here’s a glimpse of what we pack into those busy days. You can view more photo albums on our Facebook page!
The 2017 Goldman Environmental Prize Winners
The 2017 Prize winners overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge
Tree planting ceremony at the Crissy Field Center
Tree planting ceremony at the Crissy Field Center
Prize winners spend the afternoon with local youth groups at the Crissy Field Center
John Goldman’s welcome speech at the 2017 ceremony in San Francisco
2017 Prize winner Prafulla Samantara and his family before the ceremony begins.
Riveting performance from Michael Franti at the 2017 Goldman Prize ceremony
Riveting performance from Michael Franti at the 2017 Goldman Prize ceremony
The Goldman family greeting the crowd at the San Francisco ceremony
The 2017 Goldman Prize winners
The 2017 Goldman Prize winners
Susie Gelman and John Goldman with Bonnie Raitt and Michael Franti
Reception at City Hall following the 2017 San Francisco ceremony
The 2017 Prize winners in front of the Capital Building in Washington, DC
2017 Prize winner Rodrigue Katembo giving his speech at the Washington, DC ceremony
The 2017 Goldman Prize winners at the Washington, DC ceremony
Reception following the 2017 Goldman Prize ceremony in Washington, DC
2017 Prize winner mark! Lopez gets to know a fan
2017 Prize winner Rodrigo Tot converses with supporters
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