Gathering Changemakers

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Changemakers

The Conduit is a collaborative community of people committed to creating a just, prosperous and sustainable future.

Our members are entrepreneurs, investors, creatives, business leaders, activists, civil-society leaders and policymakers, bringing together knowledge, networks and capital for sustained positive impact.

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COP at The Conduit

Join us as we bring together our community and partners in Dubai, London and Oslo to support the acceleration and scaling of climate solutions.

The Conduit is hosting a full agenda of panel discussions, roundtables, workshops, C-suite dinners and livestreaming to drive forward progress. If you are a business leader, policymaker, activist or innovator interested in driving climate action, we invite you to join us.

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Sustainable Stocking Fillers Christmas Market – Dec 7th

Upcoming Events, Social

Buy a range of amazing sustainable stocking fillers and gifts for the ethical hedonist, from Lucoca Dark Chocolate from Haiti to delicious English Sparkling Wine from an ecological vineyard in Sussex.

Conduit Christmas Party Featuring Ciara Haidar – Dec 7th

Upcoming Events, Social, Community

An evening of music, mince pies, and festive cheer for a great cause. Enjoy a live piano singalong with Ciara Haidar.

COP28: Innovation Odyssey with Formula E and E1 – Screening – Dec 8th

COP 28 LONDON, Programme, Upcoming Events

Are you following COP from London? Join us at The Conduit to tune into COP28. We’ll be streaming straight from the Changemakers Hub in Dubai, where The Conduit is programming four exciting panel discussions at ICD Brookfield Place.

COP28 Conversations: Lunch at the Community Table – Dec 8th

Upcoming Events, Community

Take a break from work and share lunch with fellow members after the COP28 Screening session!

Festive Beer Tasting – Dec 11th

Upcoming Events, Social, Community

Join us to savour the season's finest beers at our festive beer tasting event.

Ubuntu Unplugged: Chantal Brown – Dec 11th

Upcoming Events, Social, Community

Under 33 & Student Community – Festive Drinks – Dec 11th

Upcoming Events, Social, Community

We’re bringing together The Conduit’s young leaders for an evening of festive fun and networking.

Conduit Community Festive Lunch – Dec 12th

Upcoming Events, Social, Community

Get Ready to Eat, Drink and Be Merry! You're invited to share a festive feast with your community.

Women in The Food Industry: Sustainability, Heritage, and Equality – Dec 12th

Programme, Upcoming Events

Join us for an inspiring and mouth-watering event that celebrates the intersection of food, sustainability, heritage, and equality

Sustainable Stocking Fillers Christmas Market – Dec 7th

Upcoming Events, Social

Buy a range of amazing sustainable stocking fillers and gifts for the ethical hedonist, from Lucoca Dark Chocolate from Haiti to delicious English Sparkling Wine from an ecological vineyard in Sussex.

Conduit Christmas Party Featuring Ciara Haidar – Dec 7th

Upcoming Events, Social, Community

An evening of music, mince pies, and festive cheer for a great cause. Enjoy a live piano singalong with Ciara Haidar.

COP28: Innovation Odyssey with Formula E and E1 – Screening – Dec 8th

COP 28 LONDON, Programme, Upcoming Events

Are you following COP from London? Join us at The Conduit to tune into COP28. We’ll be streaming straight from the Changemakers Hub in Dubai, where The Conduit is programming four exciting panel discussions at ICD Brookfield Place.

COP28 Conversations: Lunch at the Community Table – Dec 8th

Upcoming Events, Community

Take a break from work and share lunch with fellow members after the COP28 Screening session!

Festive Beer Tasting – Dec 11th

Upcoming Events, Social, Community

Join us to savour the season's finest beers at our festive beer tasting event.

Ubuntu Unplugged: Chantal Brown – Dec 11th

Upcoming Events, Social, Community

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Water Can’t Wait. Communities Confronting the Climate Crisis

COP 28, COP 28 LONDON, Past Events, Insights, Climate & Sustainability

Last year at COP27 there was a landmark development in the global conversation on water and climate, as the final declaration, which summarises key decisions made and holds nations to account, mentioned water. But how much further are world leaders willing to go, to acknowledge the water-related impacts of, and solutions to, climate change?

COP28: Hopeful Expectations?

COP 28, COP 28 LONDON, Past Events, Insights, Climate & Sustainability

Ahead of the world gathering for COP28 the Climate Crisis Advisory Group, the leading group of climate scientists and experts, will be hosting a panel discussion on the hopes and expectations from Dubai.

Manifest: Understanding The General Election 2024

Economic Empowerment, Past Events, Insights

The build up to the next UK general election has started. The polls predict either an outright win for Labour or a majority for a coalition of progressive parties. Quietly, in the background, political parties are starting to pull together their manifestos. This begs the question: what promises will they make and will they be bold enough to manifest the change the country needs?

Rethinking Democracy with Martin Wolf

Economic Empowerment, Past Events, Insights

Embark on a journey of ideas with Martin Wolf, acclaimed author of "The Crisis of Democratic Capitalism," as he engages in a Fireside Chat with The Conduit’s co-founder, Paul van Zyl.

Global Feminism with Julia Gillard

Social & Racial Equity, Past Events, Insights

The Conduit is partnering with The Circle on its Global Feminism Series. Join us for an in conversation and panel discussion with Julia Gillard, Raakhi Shah, Cianne Jones and Rahela Sidiqi, hosted by journalist Lucy Siegle.

Pre-COP28: The Untapped Potential of Our Oceans

COP 28, COP 28 LONDON, Past Events, Insights, Climate & Sustainability

The world's oceans cover most of the Earth's surface and represent about 95% of the planet's biosphere. They also play a key role in regulating the planet's climate and supporting its biodiversity. Ahead of COP28, The Conduit has partnered with One Million Voices to shed light on the pressing issues around marine conservation and the work of experts who are making a difference in this area.

How Innovation is Healing Healthcare

Health & Wellbeing, Past Events, Insights

Join us for an evening that shines a spotlight on the ground-breaking work of the Centre for Innovation, Transformation, and Improvement (CITI) at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Hospital Trust.

Show Me the Money… and the Meaning!

Economic Empowerment, Past Events, Insights

Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of purpose-driven business and the role of finance, as a community. In an era where businesses are reimagining their core values and objectives, there is a pressing need to navigate this change effectively.

Africa’s Youth Unleashed: Insights from Brian Cox, Taddy Blecher & More

Economic Empowerment, Past Events, Insights

This Monday morning conversation at The Conduit will spotlight the pioneering work taking place in South Africa in the realm of Consciousness-Based Education (CBE), employment, and entrepreneurship for Africa's youth.

Water Can’t Wait. Communities Confronting the Climate Crisis

COP 28, COP 28 LONDON, Past Events, Insights, Climate & Sustainability

Last year at COP27 there was a landmark development in the global conversation on water and climate, as the final declaration, which summarises key decisions made and holds nations to account, mentioned water. But how much further are world leaders willing to go, to acknowledge the water-related impacts of, and solutions to, climate change?

COP28: Hopeful Expectations?

COP 28, COP 28 LONDON, Past Events, Insights, Climate & Sustainability

Ahead of the world gathering for COP28 the Climate Crisis Advisory Group, the leading group of climate scientists and experts, will be hosting a panel discussion on the hopes and expectations from Dubai.

Manifest: Understanding The General Election 2024

Economic Empowerment, Past Events, Insights

The build up to the next UK general election has started. The polls predict either an outright win for Labour or a majority for a coalition of progressive parties. Quietly, in the background, political parties are starting to pull together their manifestos. This begs the question: what promises will they make and will they be bold enough to manifest the change the country needs?

Rethinking Democracy with Martin Wolf

Economic Empowerment, Past Events, Insights

Embark on a journey of ideas with Martin Wolf, acclaimed author of "The Crisis of Democratic Capitalism," as he engages in a Fireside Chat with The Conduit’s co-founder, Paul van Zyl.

Global Feminism with Julia Gillard

Social & Racial Equity, Past Events, Insights

The Conduit is partnering with The Circle on its Global Feminism Series. Join us for an in conversation and panel discussion with Julia Gillard, Raakhi Shah, Cianne Jones and Rahela Sidiqi, hosted by journalist Lucy Siegle.

Pre-COP28: The Untapped Potential of Our Oceans

COP 28, COP 28 LONDON, Past Events, Insights, Climate & Sustainability

The world's oceans cover most of the Earth's surface and represent about 95% of the planet's biosphere. They also play a key role in regulating the planet's climate and supporting its biodiversity. Ahead of COP28, The Conduit has partnered with One Million Voices to shed light on the pressing issues around marine conservation and the work of experts who are making a difference in this area.

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Service Please, by The Conduit & Design Hotels: Veronica Reed, Co-Founder Carlota Hotel

Conduit Conversations Podcast, Service Please

Welcome to The Conduit’s podcast series, Service Please. This series will be focusing on ethical and sustainable hospitality, engaging with a diverse range of industry experts and a variety of individuals across different sectors, disciplines, roles and levels. From supply chains to sourcing, waste management to wellbeing and welfare – what problems need tackling and what does the future of hospitality look like? As part of our series The Conduit has teamed up with the brilliant Design Hotels on a series spotlighting some amazing individuals who have created incredible, responsible places to stay around the world. For 30 years Design Hotels has been at the forefront of a movement in travel, by curating a global collection of independent, design-driven hotels that function as social hubs and spaces for purposeful experiences, connection and curiosity. In this episode we are joined by Veronica Reed, the co-founder and architect behind Carlota hotel in the UNESCO-protected old town of Quito, Ecuador. Set inside the house where Veronica’s partner was born, Carlota became Ecuador’s first certified B Corporation hotel in October 2019.

Humanising Investment with Rosa Sangiorgio

Humanising Investment

Welcome to The Conduit’s podcast series on Humanising Investment. Inspired by Gillian Tett’s book, Anthrovision, this series will focus on inspiring the next generation of investors to recognise the value of responsible investing.

Prossy Muyingo and Dr. Madeleine Ballard

Conduit Conversations Podcast, The Point of Care Around the World

In this episode the conversation will focus on the role of Community Health Workers across sub-Saharan Africa who are responsible for delivering care to approximately 40% of the continent’s population – that’s 916,000 active Community Health Workers treating over 400 million people across 24 different countries. Though they are often not formally recognized as professionals, Community Health Workers may be responsible for at least a dozen different types of preventive, promotional, and curative services depending on the country and local context.

Service Please, by The Conduit & Design Hotels: Daniel Lauber, Founder of Cervo Mountain Resort

Conduit Conversations Podcast, Service Please

Welcome to The Conduit’s podcast series, Service Please. This series will be focusing on ethical and sustainable hospitality, engaging with a diverse range of industry experts and a variety of individuals across different sectors, disciplines, roles and levels. From supply chains to sourcing, waste management to wellbeing and welfare – what problems need tackling and what does the future of hospitality look like? As part of our series The Conduit has teamed up with the brilliant Design Hotels on a series spotlighting some amazing individuals who have created incredible, responsible places to stay around the world. For 30 years Design Hotels has been at the forefront of a movement in travel, by curating a global collection of independent, design-driven hotels that function as social hubs and spaces for purposeful experiences, connection and curiosity. In this episode we are joined by Daniel Lauber, the creator of Cervo Mountain Resort in Zermatt, Switzerland. In a recent renovation, the hotel made adjustments to drastically lower its carbon footprint. Thanks to these efforts, a commitment to the local, and a dedication to “a mindful awareness of life,” the hotel was recently awarded Ibex Fairstay platinum certification.

Ewerton Nunes

Conduit Conversations Podcast, The Point of Care Around the World

This episode focuses on the role of Community Health Workers in Brazil, also known as Community Health Agents. Unlike some other countries, community healthcare is a verified and formalized field of work in Brazil, thanks to an initiative called the Family Health Strategy that legally recognized Community Health Agents in 2002. Paul’s guest is Ewerton Nunes, Global Community Impact Manager for Johnson & Johnson. Ewerton has led social impact work at Johnson & Johnson for 8 years, working to uplift the stories and voices of Community Health Agents to better represent the full picture of what community health work looks like in Brazil. He is also the co-creator of A Casa, an organization designed to provide resources, support, and spaces for knowledge-sharing to Community Health Agents throughout Brazil.

Corey Feist and Stefanie Simmons

Conduit Conversations Podcast, The Point of Care Around the World

In this episode Paul is joined by Corey Feist and Stefanie Simmons.Corey is a healthcare executive with over 20 years of experience and is the co-Founder of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation. He also served as the Chief Executive Officer of the University of Virginia Physicians Group, a medical group of more than 1,200 physicians and advanced practice providers. Corey has authored numerous publications on the need to support the well-being of the healthcare workforce. Dr. Stefanie Simmons is a board-certified emergency medicine physician with over 15 years of clinical practice. She focuses on the research, development and implementation of programs designed to strengthen the relational skills of clinicians, enhance professional well-being among clinicians, and engage teams in the practice of medicine.

Service Please, by The Conduit & Design Hotels: Veronica Reed, Co-Founder Carlota Hotel

Conduit Conversations Podcast, Service Please

Welcome to The Conduit’s podcast series, Service Please. This series will be focusing on ethical and sustainable hospitality, engaging with a diverse range of industry experts and a variety of individuals across different sectors, disciplines, roles and levels. From supply chains to sourcing, waste management to wellbeing and welfare – what problems need tackling and what does the future of hospitality look like? As part of our series The Conduit has teamed up with the brilliant Design Hotels on a series spotlighting some amazing individuals who have created incredible, responsible places to stay around the world. For 30 years Design Hotels has been at the forefront of a movement in travel, by curating a global collection of independent, design-driven hotels that function as social hubs and spaces for purposeful experiences, connection and curiosity. In this episode we are joined by Veronica Reed, the co-founder and architect behind Carlota hotel in the UNESCO-protected old town of Quito, Ecuador. Set inside the house where Veronica’s partner was born, Carlota became Ecuador’s first certified B Corporation hotel in October 2019.

Humanising Investment with Rosa Sangiorgio

Humanising Investment

Welcome to The Conduit’s podcast series on Humanising Investment. Inspired by Gillian Tett’s book, Anthrovision, this series will focus on inspiring the next generation of investors to recognise the value of responsible investing.

Prossy Muyingo and Dr. Madeleine Ballard

Conduit Conversations Podcast, The Point of Care Around the World

In this episode the conversation will focus on the role of Community Health Workers across sub-Saharan Africa who are responsible for delivering care to approximately 40% of the continent’s population – that’s 916,000 active Community Health Workers treating over 400 million people across 24 different countries. Though they are often not formally recognized as professionals, Community Health Workers may be responsible for at least a dozen different types of preventive, promotional, and curative services depending on the country and local context.

Service Please, by The Conduit & Design Hotels: Daniel Lauber, Founder of Cervo Mountain Resort

Conduit Conversations Podcast, Service Please

Welcome to The Conduit’s podcast series, Service Please. This series will be focusing on ethical and sustainable hospitality, engaging with a diverse range of industry experts and a variety of individuals across different sectors, disciplines, roles and levels. From supply chains to sourcing, waste management to wellbeing and welfare – what problems need tackling and what does the future of hospitality look like? As part of our series The Conduit has teamed up with the brilliant Design Hotels on a series spotlighting some amazing individuals who have created incredible, responsible places to stay around the world. For 30 years Design Hotels has been at the forefront of a movement in travel, by curating a global collection of independent, design-driven hotels that function as social hubs and spaces for purposeful experiences, connection and curiosity. In this episode we are joined by Daniel Lauber, the creator of Cervo Mountain Resort in Zermatt, Switzerland. In a recent renovation, the hotel made adjustments to drastically lower its carbon footprint. Thanks to these efforts, a commitment to the local, and a dedication to “a mindful awareness of life,” the hotel was recently awarded Ibex Fairstay platinum certification.

Ewerton Nunes

Conduit Conversations Podcast, The Point of Care Around the World

This episode focuses on the role of Community Health Workers in Brazil, also known as Community Health Agents. Unlike some other countries, community healthcare is a verified and formalized field of work in Brazil, thanks to an initiative called the Family Health Strategy that legally recognized Community Health Agents in 2002. Paul’s guest is Ewerton Nunes, Global Community Impact Manager for Johnson & Johnson. Ewerton has led social impact work at Johnson & Johnson for 8 years, working to uplift the stories and voices of Community Health Agents to better represent the full picture of what community health work looks like in Brazil. He is also the co-creator of A Casa, an organization designed to provide resources, support, and spaces for knowledge-sharing to Community Health Agents throughout Brazil.

Corey Feist and Stefanie Simmons

Conduit Conversations Podcast, The Point of Care Around the World

In this episode Paul is joined by Corey Feist and Stefanie Simmons.Corey is a healthcare executive with over 20 years of experience and is the co-Founder of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation. He also served as the Chief Executive Officer of the University of Virginia Physicians Group, a medical group of more than 1,200 physicians and advanced practice providers. Corey has authored numerous publications on the need to support the well-being of the healthcare workforce. Dr. Stefanie Simmons is a board-certified emergency medicine physician with over 15 years of clinical practice. She focuses on the research, development and implementation of programs designed to strengthen the relational skills of clinicians, enhance professional well-being among clinicians, and engage teams in the practice of medicine.

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The Conduit is a collaborative community of people committed to creating a just, prosperous and sustainable future.

COP at The Conduit

COP at The Conduit

Join us as we bring together our community and partners in Dubai, London and Oslo to support the acceleration and scaling of climate solutions.

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