Hosted towards the end of COP30 in Belém, Brazil, this discussion will reflect on the emerging agreements and especially their implications for the Global South.
Meet our speakers
Dr Anika Haque is Associate Professor in Human Geography and Environment at the University of York. Anika’s research is interdisciplinary and situated at the intersection of society, environment and development.
Dr Helen Adams is Senior Lecturer in Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation at King's College London. Helen is an expert in the field of climate-related migration, adaptation and resilience policy, and non-governmental organisations.
Dr Ankit Kumar is a Lecturer in Development and Environment at the University of Sheffield. Ankit's research interests are situated around climate and energy justice.
Chaired by Lukwesa Burak, a presenter with BBC News Channel.
- Lecture
Children's lecture: secrets of the Unknown Adventurer
Follow in the footsteps of the renowned Unknown Adventurer on a thrilling journey into jungles, oceans, mountains and hidden worlds! Discover wild stories and sketchbook secrets and after the talk, enjoy squash, biscuits and fun activities, including exploring our giant floor map!
London and onlineMembers onlySaturday 6 December 2025 - Monday night lecture
Monday night lecture with the Rt Hon the Baroness May of Maidenhead
Former Prime Minister and geography graduate, Baroness May, will be giving the closing lecture of the autumn series.
London and onlineMembers + one guestMonday 8 December 2025 - Monday night supper
Monday night lecture supper - 8 December
Stay for supper at the Society on 8 December after our Monday night lecture and meet other members and their guests.
LondonMembers + one guestMonday 8 December 2025