For the first time, Dare to Overcome comes to London, convening global leaders to advance peace and human flourishing.

Will You Dare to Overcome with Kindness?

12 to 16 October 2026 | London

Thank you for your interest in Dare to Overcome London 2026, a week of leadership, ideas and action bringing together global leaders from business, investment, government, academia and civil society.

The week will explore how organisations can become more human as they become more technologically powerful, with a particular focus on human dignity, responsible leadership and the Economics of Kindness.

At a Glance

When: 12th - 16th October 2026

Where: London, UK

Who: Business, investment, government, academic, civil society and faith leaders

Theme: The Economics of Kindness

Signature event: Dare to Overcome Gala Awards Dinner at Mansion House

Ways to participate: Gala tickets and tables, individual events, invitation-only leadership gatherings, and sponsorship opportunities

The Economics of Kindness

Artificial intelligence is reshaping work, leadership and business. As technology becomes more powerful, the qualities that distinguish great organisations become increasingly human.

Trust, judgement, purpose, courage, belonging, ethical leadership and human dignity are becoming strategic assets in their own right.

The Economics of Kindness begins with a simple conviction: organisations flourish when they build trust, respect human dignity and cultivate the uniquely human capabilities that technology cannot replace.

Building on successful gatherings in Rio de Janeiro, Seoul, Tokyo, New Delhi and Washington, DC, Dare to Overcome London will bring this growing international convening to the UK for the first time.

Key Themes

Responsible AI and human dignity

The Economics of Kindness

Faith-friendly workplaces

Impact investing and responsible business

Leadership in the Age of AI

⭐ Signature Event: Dare to Overcome Gala Awards Dinner

Mansion House | City of London | Black Tie

The Dare to Overcome Gala Awards Dinner is the flagship event of the week, bringing together senior executives, investors, Board Chairs, policymakers, academics and civil society leaders from around the world.

This founding gathering of an annual international convening focused on advancing human dignity in the workplace and marketplace is contributing to the wider journey towards the United Kingdom's G20 Presidency in 2027.

Gala Highlights

Drinks reception

Three-course Gala dinner

International keynote speakers

Leadership conversation with CEOs, Board Chairs and senior leaders

Launch of the Board-level White Paper, The Overlooked Source of Human Capability: Why Faith and Belief Matter in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Economics of Kindness Award

Global Business & Interfaith Peace Awards

Faith-Friendly Workplace REDI Awards

Networking

The Board-level White Paper will explore how organisations can move beyond compliance to build cultures of trust, belonging and responsible leadership. The leadership conversation will examine the values, culture and human capabilities organisations need to thrive as technology advances.

A Week of Leadership, Ideas and Action

Alongside the Gala, participants can build their own programme through a range of forums, summits, curated encounters, cultural events and networking opportunities across London.

Featured Events

Faith, Work & Education Forum at the BYU Centre in Kensington

Breakfast with the Lady Mayor at Mansion House, exploring social impact, community empowerment and social cohesion

Global and Local Models of an Impact Economy at Salesforce Tower

City of London Prayer Breakfast (Partner Event). You can find out more information here: https://cityprayer.org.uk/

Curated Social Enterprise & Investor Encounters, connecting social enterprises with potential investors

Evensong & the 377th Lion Sermon at St Katharine Cree

Shape the World Summit at Lambeth Palace, including the announcement of the Multi-Faith Economy Mark (Consulus)

London Human Dignity Film Forum, bringing together film, storytelling and dialogue on human dignity

AI, Ethics & Faith at Work at the London School of Economics

Places at all featured events are limited. Advance registration, a separate ticket or an invitation may be required.

Invitation-Only Gatherings

Places at all featured events are limited. Depending on the event, advance registration, a separate ticket or an invitation may be required. Sponsoring organisations have first options on events with limited seating.

Who Should Attend?

DTO London is designed for leaders who believe business and organisations can contribute to peace, prosperity and human flourishing.

The programme is particularly relevant for:

Board Chairs and Non-Executive Directors

CEOs and senior executives

Investors and asset managers

HR, People and Culture leaders

Government officials and policymakers

Academics and researchers

Civil society and faith leaders

Business networks and professional associations

Emerging leaders commit

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