Gender, culture and equality in today’s Britain

Join us for a timely conversation on equality, gender and culture in contemporary Britain with Sarah Owen MP, chair of the Women and Equalities Select Committee.

At a moment when “culture wars” dominate headlines and seek to divide communities, this event will explore how political and cultural life intersect to shape debates on inclusion, justice and representation. Drawing on her experiences in Parliament and long-standing commitment to equality, Sarah will reflect on the challenges of confronting racism, sexism, transphobia and inequality, as well as the opportunities for building solidarity across communities. The conversation will also consider the role of politicians, activists and cultural leaders in resisting divisive rhetoric and fostering spaces where all identities can be recognised and valued. In dialogue with Rohit K Dasgupta, Associate Professor at LSE Gender, Sarah will share insights from her work and open discussion on how we can collectively push for a fairer and more inclusive Britain.