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Recognising the polarising indifference capturing increasing global attention, where do we look for direction? William Temple and Dorothy Day’s theology of the incarnation direct our vision to recapture the dignity and self-worth of all humanity in an age where dehumanising forces grow stronger. Forces which seek to undermine the protection of marginalised individuals and community which are categorised as ‘other’. Temple and Day speak into today’s context with profound truth in seeking to rise above dissension and restore equitable justice for all.

In this webinar, convened by the William Temple Foundation, Ryan Bennett will present his reflections before hearing responses from Professor William Storrar (Director of the Center of Theological Inquiry in Princeton) and the Very Revd Sally Foster-Fulton (Christian Aid Scotland).

 

Silos don't solve the World's greatest problems - Seeds do. 
If you want to invest with conviction to your values—this conference is for you. You won’t be subjected to vague language or soft talk about impact. You’ll hear from investors who’ve wrestled with the same tension you carry. Performance and purpose. Risk and calling. They’ve found fulfilment in the journey.

These faithful stewards face the same pressure you do: to conform, to follow, to chase short-term returns. But they chose a different path—one that aligns with their values and delivers results. They’ve taken real risks, backed bold ideas, and found joy in stewarding capital that builds beyond wealth.

This is where conviction meets community. Where faith meets financial strategy. Where isolation gives way to shared vision.
You’ll leave with practical frameworks, hard-won wisdom, and connections that help you deploy capital in ways that reflect your love of God and people.

Session 1. Beyond crisis mode: leading civil society towards long-term impact. Civil society often operates in response to emergencies, but how are leaders shifting from reactive to proactive, future-proofing their organisations and leadership practice for long-term influence? 
Session 2 - Panel: leading through complexity: changing leadership in the face of uncertainty. In a world of disruption, how are civil society leaders becoming more adaptive, responsive, and agile to continue to be able to lead with confidence amid volatility?
Session 3 - For in person attendees - lunch and networking
Session 4 - Panel: ethical leadership and governance: decision-making in a complex world. How are leaders strengthening governance practices to drive ethical decision-making, accountability, and transparency in an era of complexity and change? 
Session 5 - Keynote: decolonising leadership: shifting power in practice. How are leaders actively redistributing power, challenging Western-centric models, and embedding truly representative decision-making in civil society?
Day two (online) Theme: progressive leadership for a radically changing world.
Session 6 - Keynote: redefining leadership legitimacy: who leads, who decides? As public trust in institutions declines, how are leaders in civil society rethinking legitimacy, accountability, and decision-making to ensure their leadership is truly representative and community-driven?
Session 7 - Panel: leading in the age of AI and data: ethical challenges and opportunities. As AI and data-driven decision-making reshape society, what role are leaders playing in ensuring ethical and inclusive implementation to drive meaningful, non-harmful change?
Session 8 - Structured networking.
Session 9 - Panel: the next generation of leaders: shifting power for a more inclusive future. As civil society evolves, so do expectations of leadership. What do emerging leaders want from the sector? How are the leaders of today creating space for new voices, new approaches, and more inclusive leadership structures?
Session 10 - Keynote: leading with trust and integrity in an era of misinformation. How are leaders building and sustaining trust in a digital landscape where misinformation spreads rapidly?