Apply to Speak
Say something Pakistan will still be talking about.
Across three days our stages host founders, policy architects, engineers, farmers and creators. Pitch your talk and our programming team will review it.
21, 22, 23 January 2028 · Lahore, Pakistan
What happens next
A clear route from interest to the festival.
- 01
Submit your idea
Share the argument, audience and format — not just a biography.
- 02
Programming review
The team assesses relevance, originality and fit across the programme.
- 03
Format & preparation
Selected contributors align the session and production details with the team.
- 04
Take the stage
Join a keynote, conversation, panel, workshop or field session in Lahore.
Why it works
Stages that travel
Talks are filmed and distributed to hundreds of thousands of viewers long after the festival ends.
Real conversation
Keynotes, fireside chats, panels, workshops and field sessions — pick the format that fits your idea.
Global room
Speakers from 50+ countries have shared these stages with Pakistan's builders.
Tell us about you
Our team replies within two working days.
Good to know
Before you apply.
Is the 2028 lineup announced?+
No. Legacy speakers are shown separately; confirmed 2028 contributors will be revealed in stages.
Can I nominate someone else?+
Yes. Submit their details and explain why their perspective belongs in the programme.
Does applying guarantee a place?+
No. Every application is reviewed for editorial fit, and submission does not confirm selection.
What should a strong idea include?+
A clear point of view, practical relevance and a reason this audience needs the conversation now.