What&#8217;s On

Thurs 22 May, 8:30am - 10:30am
Discover how companies are using impact investing to drive profits and purpose.

What is Free Speech?

Live Stream, Peace & Security, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Thurs 22 May, 1pm - 2:15pm
Historians William Dalrymple and Fara Dabhoiwala explore free speech amid today’s political turmoil and deep divides.

Muslims Don’t Matter: Sayeeda Warsi in Conversation

Featured Event, Live Stream, Programme, Social & Racial Equity, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Thurs 22 May, 6pm - 7:30pm
Sayeeda Warsi on the rise of Islamophobia in Britain and what must be done to dismantle it.

ASMALLWORLD, an event that blends connection, culture, and celebration.

Thurs 22 May, 7:00pm - 11:30pm
Join ASMALLWORLD and The Conduit for a members-only evening of connection, culture, and celebration. Discover one of the best things to do in Covent Garden.

Whisky Masterclass with Johnnie Walker

Fri 23 May, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Experience a members-only Johnnie Walker whisky masterclass at The Conduit. Explore craftsmanship, storytelling and Scotch excellence.

Cocktails & Conversation Singles Mixer

Fri 23 May, 8:00pm - 11:30pm
Meet fellow members for a night of lively conversation, new friendships, and maybe even a spark of something more.

Gratitude, Breathwork & Abundance with Raembla

Sat 24 May, 12pm - 2:30pm
A transformative wellness session to restore calm, connect deeply, and open your heart to joy.

Homework: Geoff Dyer in Conversation

Live Stream, Programme, Social & Racial Equity, Upcoming Events

Tues 27 May, 6pm - 7:30pm
Childhood, class, and the absurd joys of growing up in a world that no longer exists.

Poetry & Painting: A Creative Members’ Mixer

Tues 27 May, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Join The Conduit for a creative evening of poetry and painting in Covent Garden. A guided, members-only workshop to relax, connect and create.

Capitalism and its Critics: John Cassidy in Conversation

Economic Empowerment, Live Stream, Programme, Upcoming Events

Wed 28 May, 1pm - 2:15pm
Pulitzer finalist John Cassidy and economist Ann Pettifor challenge capitalism’s critics—from the Industrial Revolution to AI.

Human Rights: The Case for the Defence, with Shami Chakrabarti

Live Stream, Peace & Security, Programme, Social & Racial Equity, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Thurs 29 May, 6pm - 7:30pm
Shami Chakrabarti, former director of Liberty and member of the House of Lords, in conversation with Paul van Zyl on why human rights matter more than ever.

The Solution to Misogyny is… Men?

Featured Event, Programme, Social & Racial Equity, Upcoming Events

Thurs 29 May, 6pm - 7:30pm
Dr Jackson Katz and Jess Davies on the role men can play in tackling misogyny in everyday life.

An Evening with Elyra Club

Thurs 29 May, 7:00pm - 11:00pm
An Introduction to Elyra Club - Where dating is curated, not Swiped.

He’s Not Normal: Robin Ince in Conversation

Programme, Social & Racial Equity, Upcoming Events

Mon 2 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
Robin Ince on embracing neurodiversity, rethinking “normal,” and finding strength in being different.

‘Sir, We Are Homosexuals’: The Story of The First Gay British Man to Come Out

Tues 3 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
Zing Tsjeng chairs a conversation with Christopher Stephens and Louise Radnofsky, uncovering the extraordinary life of Roger Butler, a pioneer of gay liberation.

Comedy Night with Leah Davis & Friends

Programme, Social & Racial Equity, Upcoming Events

Tue 03 Jun, 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Capital XTRA’s Leah Davis brings her sharp wit and stellar guests to The Conduit for a night of big laughs and bright talent.

Multilateralism at a Crossroads

Economic Empowerment, Programme, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Wed 4 Jun, 9:30am - 11am
Can countries work together to reduce inequalities for a more sustainable future?

AI and Equality in Education

Programme, Social & Racial Equity, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Wed 4 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
AI is transforming education, but will it bridge the learning divide or widen it? Experts explore its impact, challenges, and future in classrooms.

Deviants: A Conversation with Santanu Bhattacharya

Wed 4 Jun, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Santanu Bhattacharya on the hidden histories of queer lives in India.

Can Trees Be Medicine?

Climate & Sustainability, Programme, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Thurs 5 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
Professor Kathy Willis on the science behind nature’s impact on our well-being, and what it means for our future.

Who Really Owns AI?

Peace & Security, Programme, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Mon 9 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
Investigative journalist Karen Hao on Sam Altman, AI’s future, and the tech race shaping our world.

Britain in the World: A Time of Decline or Reinvention?

Featured Event, Peace & Security, Social & Racial Equity, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Tues 10 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
Former minister Jeremy Hunt on the UK’s global future – and the challenges at home and abroad.

Building Kinder, Greener Cities

Climate & Sustainability, Programme, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Wed 11 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
How can we grow our cities in a way that works for people and the planet?

How Not to Die (Too Soon): A Conversation with Devi Sridhar

Health & Wellbeing, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Thurs 12 June, 6pm - 7:30pm
Why your health isn’t just about you, and what we can do about it.

Left Behind: Rethinking Economics for Neglected Places

Economic Empowerment, Upcoming Events

Mon 16 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
Economist Paul Collier on why places fall behind—and how they can catch up, with Jason Cowley, editor-in-chief of The New Statesman.

Refugee Stories: In Their Own Words

Programme, Social & Racial Equity, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Tues 17 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
The Conduit and IMIX bring together a panel of refugee speakers to challenge the dominant narratives on migration.

Vulture Capitalism: Grace Blakeley in Conversation

Tues 17 June, 6pm - 7:30pm
Grace Blakeley, economist, journalist, and author talks corporate power, late-stage capitalism, and how we fight back.

Exile Economics: Ben Chu in Conversation with Stephanie Flanders

Climate & Sustainability, Programme, Upcoming Events

Wed 18 Jun, 7pm - 8:30pm
Ben Chu and Stephanie Flanders discuss the rise of economic nationalism and its risks to security, trade, and global prosperity.

Nature is Everyone’s Business

Thurs 19 Jun, 9:30am - 11:30am
Discover how business leaders are prioritising nature to drive innovation, resilience, and long-term value across sectors.

Fertile Ground: How Our Food and Climate Shape Fertility

Health & Wellbeing, Programme, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Thurs 19 Jun, 2pm - 5pm
A conversation about how the foods we eat and the way we live can shape our ability to conceive.

Love, Faith and Queerness in Muslim Communities

Programme, Upcoming Events

Thurs 19 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
In partnership with the Naz and Matt Foundation, hear powerful stories of individuals born into Muslim families navigating faith, identity, rejection

Another England: Reclaiming Our National Story for a Greener Future

Climate & Sustainability, Featured Event, Programme, Upcoming Events

Tues 24 Jun, 11am - 12:15pm
Caroline Lucas on how redefining Englishness can drive climate action, social justice, and collective renewal.

Nature as our Greatest Supplier and Best Defence

Climate & Sustainability, Programme, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Tues 24 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
How technology is helping companies protect nature—and protect themselves.

Purpose Debates

Climate & Sustainability, Programme, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Wed 25 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
This house believes markets, not governments, will ultimately drive the transition to a low-carbon economy

How the Media is Failing the Climate Fight

Climate & Sustainability, Programme, Upcoming Events

Thurs 26 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
If climate change is the biggest crisis of our time, why isn’t the media treating it that way?

A Taste of Sustainability: London’s Boldest Chefs Redefine Food

Health & Wellbeing, Programme, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Fri 27 Jun, 4pm - 5pm
Eco-chef Tom Hunt (Guardian columnist), Ravinder Bhogal (Jikoni), Chantelle Nicholson (Apricity, The Cordia Collective) and Douglas McMaster (Silo) celebrate sustainable food, ending with a party at The Conduit.

After the Wildfires

Climate & Sustainability, Programme, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Mon 30 Jun, 6pm - 7:30pm
What the Los Angeles wildfires reveal about the future of climate risk, insurance, and resilience.

The Internet’s Broken Promise: Cory Doctorow in Conversation

Employment & Economic Opportunity, Programme, Upcoming Events

Tues 1 Jul, 6pm - 7:30pm
Author Cory Doctorow joins Trashfuture host Riley Quinn to explore Picks and Shovels, Big Tech’s decline, and reclaiming our digital future.

Attorney General Rt Hon Lord Hermer KC

Peace & Security, Programme, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Thurs 3 July, 6pm - 7:30pm
Attorney General Lord (Richard) Hermer KC on building careers in social justice, human rights, and activism amidst pressing challenges.

Shattered Lands: How the Indian Empire Broke Apart

Climate & Sustainability, Programme, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Mon 7 Jul, 6pm - 7:30pm
Historian and award-winning journalist Sam Dalrymple on the partitions that reshaped South Asia – and their lasting impact today.

‘Sea, Land & City’: Film Screening and Panel Discussion

Tues 8 Jul, 6pm - 7:30pm
A dynamic session exploring how we can work together to scale nature restoration across sea, land and city in the UK.

Comedy Night with Leah Davis & Friends

Tue 08 Jul, 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Capital XTRA’s Leah Davis brings her sharp wit and stellar guests to The Conduit for a night of big laughs and bright talent.

Anywhere But Here, Inside Britain’s Broken Asylum System

Peace & Security, Programme, Solutions Agenda, Upcoming Events

Thurs 10 Jul, 6pm - 7:30pm
Award-winning journalist Nicola Kelly, in conversation with Paul van Zyl, on the hidden realities of Britain’s asylum system and those caught within it.

The Magic of Microbes, with Dr. Johnny Drain

Tues 15 Jul, 6pm - 7:30pm
Fermentation guru Dr. Johnny Drain explains why the tiniest creatures on Earth make life so much tastier.

A Better Way to Work, with Hilary Cottam

Tues 15 Jul, 6pm - 7:30pm
Visionary thinker Hilary Cottam on why reimagining work might just be the key to a fairer, more hopeful future.

Elif Shafak: The Forty Rules of Love