Join us at Talks4Change: Pioneers Of Progress to hear inspiring stories and ideas from trailblazers shaping a better future!

Welcome to Talks4Change: Pioneers Of Progress!

On 11 November 2025, the historic Wills Memorial Building will host Talks4Change: Pioneers of Progress, marking 60 years since the Race Relations Act. Curated by Curiosity UnLtd, this landmark summit blends conversation, culture, and civic memory. Highlights include:

- We:Memberance procession led by Bus Boycott pioneers
- Performances by the Renewal Choir
- Poetry from Bristol Poet Laureate Sukina Noor
- A panel featuring the original Bus Boycott pioneers
- A keynote fireside chat with Lord Paul Boateng (UK's first Black Minister) & Lord Marvin Rees (Europe's first elected Black Mayor
- A panel conversation with the next generation of changemakers including Meryn Weir, Darren Miller, Sado Jirde, Dr.Mya-Rose Craig - Hosted by Julz Davis

Also, on the first anniversary of his passing, we will honour the legacy of Paul Stephenson by launching an ambitious campaign to position Bristol as the UK Capital of Civil Rights—with the support of Martin Luther King III.

Registration for Talks4Change commences from 5.30pm for a 6pm start.

Any questions or if you require accessibility adjustments, please email: [email protected]

Entry requirements: no age restrictions (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult over 21yrs, 1:1 ratio) — Read more — Read less