Anthony Giddens, Baron Giddens is a British sociologist who is known for his theory of structuration and his holistic view of modern societies. He is considered to be one of the most prominent modern contributors in the field of sociology, the author of at least 34 books, published in at least 29 languages, issuing on average more than one book every year. In 2007, Giddens was listed as the fifth most-referenced author of books in the humanities.

 

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Stephan Chambers shares closing remarks at the 2008 Skoll World Forum opening plenary

Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship chairman Stephan Chambers shares closing remarks at the 2008 Skoll World Forum opening plenary

Opening Plenary Of The 2008 Skoll World Forum

 

 
 
 
 

MP Phil Hope speaks on policy innovation at the 2008 Skoll World Forum

Phil Hope, MP, parliamentary secretary, Minister for the Third Sector, speaks on Culture, Context and Policy Innovation at the opening plenary of the 2008 Skoll World Forum.

Opening Plenary Of The 2008 Skoll World Forum

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

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Wed, March 26, 16:30 - 18:30

Wed, March 26, 16:30 - 18:30

Opening Plenary Of The 2008 Skoll World Forum

Speakers: Lord Anthony Giddens, Nafis Sadik, Jody Williams, Phil Hope, Karen Tse