Join Us for the Freedom Gala 2026!

We invite you to join The O’Connell House for our 4th annual Freedom Gala, an inspiring evening dedicated to celebrating and supporting survivors on their journeys toward healing, independence and lasting freedom.

Monday, November 9, 2026
5:30pm – 8:30pm
RSVP by Friday, October 30  

Boston Newton Marriott
2345 Commonwealth Avenue
Newton, MA 02466
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Survivor Speaker:
Audra Doody
Co-Executive Director,
Safe Exit Initiative

Special Guest Speaker:
Lesli Suggs, LICSW
The Home for Little Wanderers

Doors open at 5:30pm for registration and social hour, with dinner and our program from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Dress is business casual/cocktail attire. Complimentary parking will be available.

Please note that a block of rooms is reserved for attendees at the Boston Newton Marriott. To secure a room within our block, please contact the hotel and mention The O’Connell House event.

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