Western Values

Lecture by Baroness Caroline Cox - hosted by Maxim Institute

What is at stake?: Why we need to value the foundations of Western civilisation Around the world, countries fall apart from division, civil war and corruption. We are fortunate. Our heritage is a great one, and we owe much to the foundations of Western civilisation upon which our country is built. But these foundations, which include freedom, duty, responsibility, affection, belonging, goodness, civic service, are things we often take for granted. In this lecture Baroness Cox will draw from her experiences in various countries to explain the value of the underpinnings of Western civilisation, discussing why concepts like the rule of law, human dignity, civic and mutual responsibility, and equality are so vital to a strong and prosperous global society. EVENT WILL BE HELD IN BOTH CHRISTCHURCH AND AUCKLAND CHRISTCHURCH: Wednesday, 25 March, from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm at Christchurch Club, 154 Worcester Street, Christchurch Drinks and canapés will be served AUCKLAND: Thursday, 26 March, from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm at Maxim Institute, 49 Cape Horn Road, Hillsborough, Auckland Drinks and canapés will be served For both events places are limited, RSVP is therefore essential. If you wish to attend, please email rsvp@maxim.org.nz or phone Summer Haycock on (09) 627 3261 by Friday 20 March. Baroness Caroline Cox is a crossbencher peer from the British House of Lords. She is known for her active involvement in humanitarian aid and human rights, as well as for her interest and work in slavery and education. Baroness Cox was Founding Chancellor of Bournemouth University and is currently Chancellor of Liverpool Hope University, and Chief Executive of Humanitarian Aid Relief Trust. Baroness Cox's work has taken her on many assignments to conflict zones, including Sudan, Burma, Nigeria and North Korea. Her vast experience makes her a compelling and insightful speaker.