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Think Human Festival 2025: A celebration of ideas, creativity, and community
07 May 2025 to 10 May 2025
About Think Human Festival 2025: A celebration of ideas, creativity, and community
Oxford Brookes University will host the Think Human Festival 2025 from Wednesday 7 to Saturday 10 May, offering a four-day programme of free public events exploring contemporary social issues, creativity, and what it means to be human.
Think Human events provide opportunities to discuss and reflect on the importance of understanding ourselves as human beings, our relationships with others, and the challenges we face as part of a changing society in a complex world.
Events in this collection
War and Peace in Ukraine
Wednesday 07 May at 3.00pm
Leading experts will discuss the rapidly evolving situation in Ukraine following the re-election of Donald Trump as US President, examining the potential for peace deals, developments in Russian-occupied territories, and post-war reconstruction. Acclaimed designer Yurko Gutsulyak’s ‘Blue-Yellow Series’ posters will also be on display.
New Labour in Power: Taking the Long View
Wednesday 07 May at 6.00pm
Nearly two decades after Tony Blair left office, what can we learn from his government? Professor Glen O’Hara and former Minister John Denham will reflect on the successes, challenges, and relevance of New Labour to today’s political landscape.
Navigating hybrid work: Young people’s stories
Thursday 08 May at 2.00am
Experience an interactive exhibition showcasing multimedia stories of young professionals adapting to hybrid work. Through short films and engaging activities, participants will share their struggles, resilience, and creativity in the modern workplace.
Olive Gibbs: A Remarkable Woman – Film screening and discussion
Thursday 08 May at 6.00pm
Discover the remarkable legacy of Olive Gibbs—peace campaigner, politician, and education advocate—through an exclusive screening of ‘Olive Gibbs: A Remarkable Woman’ followed by a panel discussion on her enduring impact.
Future You Revisited
Friday 09 May 5.00pm
Letters written by young people in 2017-2019 to their future selves will be opened, offering an emotional reflection on personal growth. The event will feature a short film documenting their reactions and invite a new generation to take part in this thought-provoking project.
Who did It?
Saturday 10 May at 12.00pm
Touching on two murders that took place in 1959, this talk deals with the issues encountered in researching a book that deals with the potential for miscarriages of justice around historical events.
Craft and Creativity for Social Change
Saturday 10 May at 2.00pm
Explore sustainable fashion and traditional textile techniques in a hands-on workshop focused on creativity, heritage, and social impact.
The Magic of Film Music
Saturday 10 May at 6.30pm
Discover how music shapes cinema in an engaging public lecture that explores the evolution of film scores. With a mix of history, humour, and audiovisual examples, this event will immerse audiences in the magic of movie soundtracks.