The Albertus Institute

Promoting public discussion at the intersection of faith, ethics, science and other intellectual disciplines

Theme for 2026/7

Challenges to the Future of Humanity

  • How can we improve ourselves as human beings?

  • What happens when politics meets religion?

  • How can we have good public discourse?

  • How do technology and AI affect our sense of self?

  • How do technological developments change warfare?

Next Event: Politics meets religion

The Global Rise of Christian Nationalism: Lessons from Africa’s Only ‘Christian Nation’

An early evening event on Friday October 23rd 2026, 6:30pm.

Dr Naomi Haynes (University of Edinburgh) discusses a case history and its implications for our world today.

Dr Moyukh Chatterjee will moderate the event.

Augustine United Church 41-43 George IV Bridge Edinburgh

The views and opinions expressed at this event are solely those of the event organisers. They do not necessarily reflect the policies, positions, or views of Augustine United Church.

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Dr Naomi Haynes

(University of Edinburgh)