The Update is incredibly grateful for the opportunity to meet famous artist Peter Kennard, as well as his inspiring son, Matthew Kennard, author and investigative journalist.
Tag: Guest Speakers
The Amazing Potential of Carbon Capture | Tristan Lebleu from Climeworks
Many thanks to Tristan Lebleu for joining us here at La Chât on 27/01/25 to speak of your inspiring experiences in the realm of carbon capture technology, working for one of the leading pioneers in the field – Climeworks.
Breaking the Boundaries between Environmental Justice and Human Rights with Kumi Naidoo
La Chât is incredibly grateful to have welcomed former Green Peace and Amnesty International director Kumi Naidoo to share his inspiring story in fighting for the climate on 17/02/2025. Thank you for joining us in celebrating Ecolint’s centenary.
Breaking Barriers in Sports: Helen and Kate Richardson-Walsh on Field Hockey, Love, and Legacy
Thank you to Helen & Kate Richardson-Walsh for coming to La Chât on 02/12/24 and speaking about your experience as Olympians and being a same-sex couple in competitive sport.
The Pink Tax: Janine Rogan on Closing the Wealth Gap Between Men and Women
Many thanks to entrepreneur, author and keynote speaker Janine Rogan for coming to La Chât on 18/11/24 to speak about ‘The Pink Tax’ – a wealth gap between genders and how we can bridge it.
Dianne Whelan on 500 Days in the Wild: Adventure, Filmmaking, and Finding Meaning in Nature
Many thanks to Dianne Whelan for coming to La Chat on 04/12/2024 and speaking of your wonderful experiences as a filmmaker and adventurer.
Paralympian Anne Wafula Strike on Overcoming Adversity, Redefining Disability, and Inspiring Change
Many thanks to Anne Wafula Strike for telling us her story at La Chat on 25/11/2024. Anne Wafula Strike is a British Paralympic wheelchair racer and a powerful advocate for disability rights.
Emmanuel Jal : From War Child to Musician for Peace and Healing
Many thanks to South-Sudanese-Canadian activist, musician and actor Emmanuel Jal for visiting our school on 30/10/2024 to talk about his experiences.
Reporting from the Frontlines: Secunder Kermani on Journalism, Integrity, and Conflict Zones
Thank you to Secunder Kermani for joining our team on 15/11/2024 to share his valuable insights. Secunder Kermani is an award-winning journalist and the Foreign Affairs Correspondent for Channel 4 News (UK), best known for his work in Myanmar, Afghanistan and Palestine.
Extremism, Youth Culture, and the Future of Political Ideals: Conversation with Cynthia Miller-Idriss
Thank you to Cynthia Miller-Idriss for visiting Ecolint on 17/10/2024. Cynthia Miller-Idriss is an award-winning author and expert on extremism and radicalization based in the US.