Our UK residency programmes bring emerging leaders together with those leading their field for a lively exchange of ideas, world views and experiences.

Outstanding leaders and agents of change with proven abilities in politics, government, the media, civil society and private sector.

The Trust was created to provide a permanent memorial to outstanding politician, the Rt Hon John Smith QC, MP, who died in May 1994.

It is thanks to the support of our donors that the Trust has been able to attract the most talented individuals and build a world class alumni network.