Dare to Overcome - London 2026

For the first time, Dare to Overcome comes to London, convening global leaders to advance peace and human flourishing.
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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:
• 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 committed to human-centred leadership

⭐ Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsors will be associated with the founding year of an intended annual international convening focused on business, peace, human flourishing and responsible leadership.

Sponsorship opportunities centre on the Gala while providing engagement and visibility throughout the week.

Depending on the level, benefits may include:

Gala & VIP Engagement

• Premium Gala tables and VIP hospitality
• Recognition during the Gala programme
• Association with the Economics of Kindness Award and other featured initiatives
• Engagement with senior international business, investment and civic leaders

Week-Long Engagement

• Access to selected DTO London events
• Invitations to sponsor receptions and networking gatherings
• Opportunities to engage with speakers, award recipients and programme partners

Brand & Thought Leadership

• Recognition across DTO communications and digital platforms
• Opportunities to demonstrate leadership on human dignity, responsible business and the Economics of Kindness
• Association with an emerging global conversation on leadership in the Age of AI

Why Attend?

Leaders today face defining challenges, including artificial intelligence, workforce transformation, social fragmentation, geopolitical uncertainty and the search for long-term value.

DTO London 2026 provides an opportunity to exchange ideas, build international relationships and develop practical responses to these challenges.

Participants will gain:

• New strategic insights
• Meaningful international connections
• Practical approaches to leadership and organisational culture
• Global perspectives on business, peace and human flourishing
• Opportunities to shape future international collaboration

Join Us in London

The future belongs to organisations that combine innovation with humanity, performance with purpose, and technological excellence with trust.

Dare to Overcome London 2026 is the founding gathering of an intended annual international convening for leaders committed to advancing human dignity, responsible leadership and the Economics of Kindness.

Reserve Your Place

12–16 October 2026 | London

Choose how you participate:

• Attend the Gala -secure an individual ticket or hosted table
• Attend individual events -build a programme around your interests
• Partner with us -explore sponsorship opportunities
• Join invitation-only gatherings -subject to invitation and capacity

We look forward to welcoming you to London and inviting you to Dare to Overcome with Kindness.