Join us for an engaging evening featuring a series of lightning talks by local RSA Fellows, sharing insights on their impactful projects, causes, and important social issues.

There will also be an opportunity to network with RSA Fellows and find out what you can support locally. Full list of confirmed project pitches to be announced soon.

The event is free to attend and open to all, Fellows and non-Fellows and will be held in ‘The View’ space. We hope you can join us!

Speakers

Professor Grace Lees-Maffei 

Using her background as a design historian, Professor Grace Lees-Maffei will be introducing her current research on the design history of hands with elements of experiential learning through object handling and a focus on sustainability.

Ruth Hollis

Ruth Hollis will be speaking about the role arts, sports and events have in evoking community pride and connecting communities.

Dr. Jane Prophet

Through her work with the AIAAIC, Dr. Janet Prophet will be outlining the risks and harms of AI to empower the public to hold designers, developers and developers accountable for their AI systems.

Ian Hacon

Ian Hacon will be reflecting on the link between his career in productivity coaching and his late diagnosis with ADHD and how the two can be intertwined as a force for good.

James Burgess

James Burgess will be exploring how technological advances can regenerate and reinvigorate high streets, with his recent Pop.XR project as a case study.

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