The Orwell Lecture 2026: Sarah Wynn-Williams on Power, Tech and Speech
The Orwell Foundation
Create a free account to applySarah Wynn-Williams delivers a lecture at the Southbank Centre, introduced by Cate Blanchett, drawing on her experience in diplomacy, international law and Facebook policy. Explore how power, technology, speech and silence shape public debate at this annual event celebrating brave writing.
Sarah Wynn-Williams delivers The Orwell Lecture at the Southbank Centre, introduced by Cate Blanchett. The talk draws on her experience as a former New Zealand diplomat, international lawyer and former director of global public policy at Facebook, and focuses on questions around power, technology, speech and silence.
The Orwell Lecture is an annual event established in memory of George Orwell and designed to shine a light on brave writing. Speakers are invited to discuss topics Orwell might have been interested in, making this a thoughtful evening for anyone interested in politics, journalism, free expression and contemporary public debate.
Sarah Wynn-Williams
26 November 2026, 19:30
Location
- For ages 15+
Standard entry from £35. Concessions are available.
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