The climate crisis poses an existential threat to us all, yet the complexity of the issues, the constantly changing environmental policies and the multiple sources of information available to us can make it difficult to grasp the scale and trajectory of the crisis. In this first event of the Climate Deep Dialogue you will hear […]
The prestigious ESU-Churchill Public Speaking Competition, sponsored by the International Churchill Society, is the largest such contest in England and Wales, with around 400 teams (each comprising a speaker, questioner and a chairperson). The different roles allow students to practice and excel in different skill sets, and the competition’s unique format, which pairs the speaker […]
Join us for an evening of informative and exciting conversation with Robert Ward, Japan Chair and Director of Geo-economics and Strategy at the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS). Robert will be discussing why geopolitics matters and providing an overview of key geopolitical issues affecting today’s world. The talk will begin at 6.30pm and guests […]
We are excited to be joined on Tuesday, 5 March for an insightful evening with TedX speaker Helen Russell. Helen's new book 'How to Raise a Viking,' will be released on 15, February and this talk at the ESU will touch on all aspects of her book, as well as her new lifestyle. After a […]
Brush up on your general knowledge and join us for the annual ESU Quiz night! Eight teams of up to eight people will battle it out to win the top prize of the evening, a Dartmouth House bar tab worth £60! Each team will tackle a variety of topics across different themed rounds. There will […]
Join us for the grand final of the oldest and largest schools’ debating competition in England and Wales. The ESU Schools’ Mace grand final takes place on Thursday 7 May, marking the culmination of months of competition between over 350 schools from across England and Wales. This is a showcase of the very best young […]
Join us to watch the grand final of the English-Speaking Union Public Speaking Competition on Monday, 1 June. As the largest public speaking competition for schools in England and Wales, the final will bring together some of the most talented young speakers as they go head-to-head at this prestigious event. The event will be a […]
On Thursday, 25 June students will be taking to the stage at our Performing Shakespeare Competition Grand Final. The competition inspires students to express their passion, ideas and imagination through the medium of performance, while simultaneously developing fundamental oracy skills. Taking place at Shakespeare's Globe, the grand final will be a culmination of the best […]
We’re thrilled to invite you and your guests to this year’s International Council Meeting, to be held in London from 13-17 July 2026. Planned to coincide with our International Public Speaking Competition (IPSC), the week will give attendees the chance not only to mix with other ESU members from around the globe, but to experience […]
Join us alongside the best young speakers from all over the world for the International Public Speaking Competition (IPSC) grand final on Friday, 17 July! Bringing together talented young speakers from across the globe, this prestigious event is a celebration of communication, cultural exchange and the power of voice. Finalists will go head-to-head as they […]
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