Humans: Why & What To Do

An evening of inspiration & indulgence! Talk by Devamrita Swami followed by a plant-powered dinner & dessert.

We’re the most connected generation in history — and somehow the loneliest. We’ve built more technology than any civilisation before us — and still can’t solve our basic problems. We talk endlessly about progress — while the planet burns and mental health plummets.

What if the trouble isn’t just what we’re doing… but that we’ve forgotten why we’re doing it?

In this bold talk, Devamrita Swami — a world-travelling monk, strategist, and social critic — unpacks the mess we’re in and asks the questions most of us avoid: Why are we here? And what should we actually be doing about it?

Afterwards, stick around for a plant-based dinner and dessert — fresh, colourful, and made to share. Grab a plate, grab a seat, and dive into real conversations with people who are curious, open-minded, and up for something different.

Meet Devamrita Swami, your host

Devamrita Swami is an educator, author, and monk who has spent over forty years exploring and sharing the wisdom of bhakti-yoga. He brings ancient Vedic teachings to life, effortlessly navigating the latest research in archaeology, consciousness, ancient history, neuroscience, social science, and psychology. Author of Searching for Vedic India and Hiding in Unnatural Happiness, he combines philosophy with practical insights on happiness, wellbeing, and personal fulfillment. For anyone seeking to channel the human drive for fulfilment in a meaningful and sustainable way, Devamrita Swami offers clear, engaging, and indispensable wisdom.