Agenda

The 2026 Agenda

Courageous Leadership: rising to the challenge

The 2026 Women of the Future Summit will explore what it means to lead with courage and purpose in uncertain times. Together, we’ll unpack the courage it takes not just to challenge injustice, but to lead with authenticity, resilience and integrity. We’ll meet those inspiring leaders who are showing bold leadership in their work on critical issues, such as human rights, climate justice or diversity, and we’ll focus on the practical skills needed to influence in a world being rapidly shaped by new technology.

The Programme
08.30
Registration & breakfast
09.15
Introduction to this year’s theme by
Jules Chappell OBE, CEO of Kokoro
SESSION ONE
Our opening session sets the scene for the day’s discussion.
11.00
Break and networking
11.30
Personal journeys of courage
12.45
Lunch and Networking
SESSION TWO
Our second session moves to interactive discussions and masterclasses focused on practical learning for leaders.

In this session, we get down to business, focusing on topics that are critical for leaders to understand, yet often shrouded in terminology that can make us feel like outsiders. In this no holds barred session, we’ll get you up to speed, with lots of time left for questions.

13.30
Our ‘101s for leaders’ series

Choose two from three sessions – 45 mins each, starting with a download of the basics that you need to know, followed by Q&A. Details of the masterclasses to be announced soon.

 

15.15
Break and networking
SESSION THREE
Our last session is a chance to learn from leaders at the top – those who have extraordinary experiences to share and from whom we can draw strength and inspiration as we bring our Summit to a close.

16.50
Final thoughts by our host Kate Quilton
17.00
Cash bar and Networking
18.00
Summit ends
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