Giroscope 40: Our Origin Story - Part 1

How and why did Giroscope form, and could a similar organisation develop now? Join our panel discussion to find out

'Our Origin Story' is a series of three talks and panels in 2026 with the theme of radical ideas, DIY culture and community activism from devolution down to street level.

These are part of the Giroscope 40: Lunch Plus programme, celebrating 40 years of Giroscope.

Hear our reflections on direct action and community activism from the last few decades and how these actions are relevant to today’s challenges in communities across the UK.

We will kick off in May with a panel of Giroscope founders reflecting on what inspired them to start the organisation and whether they think similar models are relevant to today’s social and political climate.

The panel will be chaired by local journalist Angus Young, who has reported on Giroscope since its inception in 1986.

We will allow plenty of opportunity for Q&A.

A free vegetarian lunch will be available.

To join on Teams click here Giroscope 40: Our Origin Story - Part 1 | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams