Westminster Abbey Institute welcomes senior figures to launch Autumn Series
Westminster Abbey Institute is kicking off its Autumn Series of free events with a discussion exploring ethical peacebuilding.
Taking place on Tuesday 16 September from 6.30pm - 7.45pm in the historic setting of Westminster Abbey, ‘The search for an ethical peace’ will reflect on the human, political, and spiritual costs of peace.
Chaired by renowned international affairs journalist and broadcaster Rageh Omaar, the panel comprises former Archbishop of Canterbury, theologian and poet, Rowan Williams, British politician and diplomat, Catherine Ashton, best known for serving as the European Union’s first High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, and the former head of the British Armed Forces, Nick Carter.
Westminster Abbey Institute’s Autumn Series is a programme of thought-provoking, free to attend events designed to bring together public servants, thought leaders, and the wider community to reflect and inspire ethical leadership. Marking 80 years since VE Day, this year’s theme explores war, peace, and moral leadership.
Dr Edge Watchorn, Director, Westminster Abbey Institute, said: “Our Autumn Series invites us all to pause and consider what it means to serve with honesty and hope in the modern world. Set against the backdrop of ongoing global conflicts, this year’s Series offers a powerful forum for public servants and anyone interested in these issues to reflect on war, peace, and the responsibilities of leadership in public life.
“We’re incredibly excited to launch this much-anticipated programme of events with such a distinguished panel of public leaders. From diplomatic negotiation to military strategy, this panel discussion will examine how idealism and compromise intersect in public life, offering a unique opportunity for all to reflect on the human, political and spiritual costs of peace.”
Westminster Abbey Institute was established in 2013 to nurture and revitalise moral and spiritual values in public life and service. Drawing on the Abbey’s resources of spirituality and theological learning, it brings together leaders from public institutions and public servants of all faiths and none to convene discussion, nourish reflection and inspire regeneration.
The Institute’s Autumn Series is part of a wider programme of events running throughout the year. It aims to foster meaningful discussion on public life’s biggest questions, with inspiring speakers exploring ethics, moral leadership and societal values, set within the Abbey’s unique and historic setting.
All Westminster Abbey Institute Autumn Series events are free of charge. To book tickets and for more information about this event, visit: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/panel-discussion-the-search-for-an-ethical-peace-tickets-1464609298839