#National News

400 global leaders convene in London as humanitarian crises reach breaking point

Dec 2, 2025, 12:20 PM

As conflicts escalate in the Middle East, humanitarian crises deepen in Gaza and Ukraine, and global debt reaches historic highs, Humanity First announces the Humanity First International Conference 2025, a pivotal event taking place 28–30 November 2024 at Western Europe’s largest mosque, Baitul Futuh, Morden.

The event will feature the keynote address of His Holiness Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the fifth Caliph of the worldwide Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, who will speak on the vital importance of peace and humanitarian service in today’s divided world.

Parliamentarians, faith leaders, medical experts, and NGO directors from across the globe will

address the mounting pressures facing international institutions struggling to respond to

unprecedented levels of poverty, displacement, and inequality.

Among the keynote speakers, Princeton economist Dr Atif Mian will examine why world debt has reached unsustainable levels, while frontline medics from Guatemala and Chicago will present breakthrough AI-enabled healthcare solutions reaching underserved populations.

The conference will also hear testimony from relief workers recently returned from Gaza, where humanitarian conditions have deteriorated to crisis levels.

The conference comes at a time when international institutions struggle to address poverty,

inequality, and displacement, and when AI-driven technologies are reshaping healthcare and

development. Delegates will explore actionable strategies to alleviate global debt, safeguard

vulnerable communities, and harness innovation for the greater good.

A special ceremony will honour volunteers who have dedicated years of service to Humanity First's global relief operations spanning 67 countries.

Ahmad Yahya Sayed, Chairman of Humanity First International, said: “This conference is not just a celebration of our achievements over the past three decades; it is a call to action. In a world facing unprecedented challenges, we must reaffirm our commitment to peace, compassion, and humanity. Let this conference be a beacon of hope, reminding the world

that true strength lies not in power, but in service to humanity.”

This conference aims to bridge policy, technology, and compassion to deliver sustainable solutions.