Leading war correspondents Fergal Keane, Christina Lamb OBE and Jane Corbin will take to the stage on Wednesday 6 November to discuss global conflicts and how the outcome of the US election could impact current warfare.
The journalists are some of Britain’s most distinguished correspondents, having spent decades reporting from conflict zones around the world. Topics of conversation will include their experiences of reporting on the frontline and the impact of trauma, the current state of global conflict and the influence of the US election, and the role of the MOD and the British government in the future of warfare and support for military trauma.
This unique panel discussion, held at the Royal United Services Institute from 12pm to 2pm, will be hosted by veterans’ mental health charity Combat Stress. For over a century the charity has supported former servicemen and women with military-related trauma, and today provides specialist clinical treatment to veterans across the UK.
Christina Lambe OBE said: “In 36 years of covering war and its human cost, never have I known so much conflict round the globe or such a fractured world. The role of Combat Stress in dealing with the toll this takes could not be more important.”
Jane Corbin said: “As conflicts rage from the Middle East and Sudan to Ukraine, Combat Stress is needed more than ever – to rebuild lives and futures.”
The event will be led by Professor Sir Simon Wessely, Regius Professor of Psychiatry at King’s College London: “’Lest we forget’ reminds us never to overlook those who gave their lives in defence of our liberties and freedoms. But sometimes we can forget those who suffered psychiatric injuries for the same causes. That is one of the many reasons why Combat Stress remains as relevant as ever.”
It promises to be an insightful and interesting afternoon, and those in attendance will have the chance to put their own questions to the journalists. You can find out more and book your place here: combatstress.org.uk/armistice-address.
In the last three years Combat Stress has seen a 44% increase in demand for its services. Without a significant increase in funding, the charity will struggle to meet the rising demand.
Robert Marsh, Director of Fundraising, said: “With rising demand for our services, we need support if we are to continue being able to provide life-changing treatment to every veteran who turns to us for help. We are therefore incredibly grateful to Christina, Fergal and Jane for taking part in this event.
“It would be fantastic to see as many people as possible in attendance. It’s a great chance to gain an unprecedented insight into conflicts around the globe while doing your part for those veterans in need.”
