In this session, we will turn our attention to one of the most fundamental questions in political philosophy: the relationship between political authority and individual responsibility. What should the individual do when political authority becomes incompetent?

In this meetup, Tom Peel shared insights drawn from Iain McGilchrist’s ideas on the hemispheres of the brain.

In this meetup, we explored classic philosophical puzzles like the Ship of Theseus, the Trolley Problem, and Mary’s Room.

This meetup featured a talk from educator Lawna Tapper, who explored the significance of the narratives and perspectives that we hold about our lives.

In this session, we discussed thought-provoking questions about Existentialism and Absurdism: How can we make our own meaning? What should we do when things don't make sense? How can we enjoy life despite it all?

A ground-breaking four-part course teaching transformative practices that foster beneficial conversations, thought, and engagement.

A ground-breaking four-part course teaching transformative practices that foster beneficial conversations, thought, and engagement.

This event featured talks from Sam Braham on the “Meaning Crisis,” Revd Dr. Carver Anderson on life’s fragility and sacredness, and Professor Michael Hand on why inquiry into the meaning of life should be included in the school curriculum. Featuring a live performance by poet M. L. Walsh.

A ground-breaking four-part course teaching transformative practices that foster beneficial conversations, thought, and engagement.

A ground-breaking four-part course teaching transformative practices that foster beneficial conversations, thought, and engagement.

Our meetup on inclusivity & disability featured a talk from Philosophy of Disability PhD student, Susie Clark.

Join us for a fascinating evening of learning and discussion as we explore Astrology.

This gathering is an open invitation to people of all backgrounds to explore the topic of Anti-Racism alongside the Birmingham Race Impact Group.

Meetups are an opportunity to find like-minded people interested in deep conversations! This meetup is a follow-up to our event capitalism

A fascinating evening of learning and discussion as we explore capitalism and financial well-being.

At the start of a new year, we hosted a special meetup in the Bullring to talk about sober and healthy living.

The Philosophers' Yard invites you to our next thought-provoking Meetup, where we'll explore the topic of New Years Resolutions

This gathering was an open invitation to people of all backgrounds to explore inner peace and how philosophy can be a way into it.

The Philosophers' Yard took part in '4 The Arts Festival'.

This gathering was an open invitation to people of all backgrounds to explore Creativity.

Join us for a fascinating evening of learning and discussion as we explore different sides of the 'free will' debate.

This gathering was an open invitation to people of all backgrounds to explore what gives meaning and purpose to our lives.

This gathering was an open invitation to people of all backgrounds to explore Spirituality.

This gathering was an open invitation to people of all backgrounds to explore Human Connection.

Join us for a fascinating evening of learning and discussion as we explore Democracy.

Join us for a fascinating evening of learning and discussion as we explore Love, with talks from Dr Amy Burge and the comedian Sadia Azmat.

Join us for a fascinating evening of learning and discussion as we explore Love, with talks from Dr Natasha McKeever and Dharmashalin. Also featuring live music from Caitlin LM.

Join us for a fascinating evening of learning and discussion as we explore Legacy with Lonnie G. Bunch III, Secretary of the Smithsonian and founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington D.C.

Join us for a fascinating evening of learning and discussion as we explore Consciousness.

Join us for a fascinating evening of learning and discussion as we explore the perspectival debate between Indovidualialism and Collectivism