YPFP London

YPFP London is the transatlantic arm of the highly successful Washington organization. As a full-fledged autonomous branch, YPFP London has brought the distinctive non-partisan policy discussion, networking and public service concept to one of the world’s most dynamic capitals. The London branch has officers and members in government, the think tank world, the military, academia, international law and international business. Our aim: to foster the next generation of foreign policy decision-makers, extend the global reach of the organization, and add to the intellectual strings that form the special transatlantic relationship.

Activities

Policy Discussion Events YPFP London provides members with unique opportunities to hear presentations by and speak with high-profile individuals involved in international affairs. Speakers are able to reach an audience of knowledgeable and enthusiastic future leaders. These roundtable events are kept intimate in order to foster real discussion and productive debate.

Networking Events YPFP London holds a number of receptions throughout the year, so that members can better get to know one another. These may or may not be tied to policy discussion events, but they help to maintain the vibrancy of the YPFP community in London.

London Frequently Asked Questions

How often does YPFP London hold events? We hold at least one event a month, usually at a room in the Houses of Parliament. We always go for a drink afterwards, and we aim to organize more regular social events. Our events run for an hour in the evenings, typically with a 20 minute speech from our guest speaker and then 30-40 minutes worth of questions from the audience.

Who have you had as past speakers? Our past speakers include Foreign and Commonwealth Office Ministers Jim Murphy MP and Lord Malloch-Brown (former Deputy Secretary General of the UN), Liam Fox (Shadow Defence Secretary), Professor John Ikenberry (Princeton University), Colonel McMaster (adviser to General Petraeus), Dr. Kori Schake (former adviser to Pres. W Bush), Charles Grant (Director, Centre for European Reform), Mark Urban (Diplomatic Editor, Newsnight) and Gideon Rachman (International Editor, FT)

If you have any further queries, please contact Executive Director of YPFP London Prema Gurunathan at prema.gurunathan@ypfp.org.

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