RCL International Peace Day Lunch
International Peace Day Lunch
Booking link: https://buytickets.at/rotarycluboflondon2/2328268
Monday 14 September 2026 | 12.00pm–2.00pm
The Chesterfield Mayfair, 35 Charles Street, Mayfair, London W1J 5EB
Join the Rotary Club of London for a special International Peace Day Lunch, presented in a new format with one keynote speaker and the introduction of an exciting new Peace Project for London.
Our keynote speaker will be Professor Colin McInnes, Research Lead at Academi Heddwch Cymru, the Welsh Peace Institute, and Emeritus Professor in International Politics at Aberystwyth University. Professor McInnes has held senior academic and public-service roles, including Pro Vice-Chancellor, UNESCO Chair in HIV/AIDS and Health Security, Chair of the UK National Commission for UNESCO, and UK representative on UNESCO bodies. His work focuses particularly on global health security, international cooperation and governance.
2026 Theme
Invest in Peace – For Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day
Each year, the International Day of Peace reminds us that peace is far more than the absence of conflict. It is the foundation of safety, dignity, opportunity, justice and cooperation in our everyday lives.
This year’s theme celebrates the everyday architects of peace: those who take practical action in their communities, bring people together, support others and help create the conditions for lasting peace.
During the lunch, we will reflect on how peace can be strengthened locally as well as internationally, and we will hear more about a new Peace Project being developed in London.
Peace is not created only in conference rooms. It is shaped by the choices and actions of people, everywhere, every day.
Pre-booking is essential. Please book by 12 noon on the Friday before the meeting.
Places are limited and this is expected to be a very popular event, so please book early to avoid disappointment.