What we do
WIDS, the summit, is the UK's largest student-led development summit, with an aim to raise awareness and inspire debate. WIDS gives students the opportunity to directly engage in a fruitful debate and network with leaders and field workers in government, international organisations, business and NGOs. This years summit has been inspired by recent world events and will discuss 3 main topics:
- aid
- people power & conflict
- nature & climate
Featured speakers include Branko Milanovic (Lead economist, World Bank), Peter Eigen (Founder of Transparency International) and Jon Sopel (Journalist and host of the Politics Show, BBC).
Check out www.wids.org.uk to see full list of speakers and to find out more!
WIDS, the society, does also arrange multiple other events to stimulate debate about international development amongst students. In 2011 (term 1 & 2) we will have a Photo Exhibition in collaboration with the PhotoSoc, Documentary Screenings, Individual talks by speakers, networking/careers opportunities and socials (starting with our Launch Party for the summit!). Join our society, like us on facebook, follow us on twitter and visit our website to keep updated on the events!
Date and location of summit
Nov 18th-20. Maths & Stats building at the University of Warwick
Tickets on sale now - make sure to buy them early to avoid disapointment!
Collaborations
WIDS is a member of the Warwick Hub (part of Student Hubs, a national platform for charity and campaigning societies) and the U8 (a global student partnership for development).
WIDS has also throughout the years collaborated with societies such as Amnesty, UNICEF on campus, STAR, and Engineers without Borders.