Giles Duley

Giles Duley is a distinguished documentary photographer and the Chief Executive of the Legacy of War Foundation. Originally a successful fashion and celebrity photographer, he changed his professional focus to highlight the human cost of global conflict. His work has taken him to international flashpoints including Sudan, Angola, and Afghanistan, where he documents the experiences of those living in war-torn regions. In 2011, whilst embedded with the US Army in Afghanistan, he sustained life-changing injuries after stepping on an improvised explosive device. Despite losing three limbs, his determination to continue his craft saw him return to work after an intensive period of rehabilitation. He has since returned to active conflict zones, dedicated to sharing stories of resilience and the long-term impact of war on civilian populations. His expertise across multiple disciplines, including writing and presenting, adds depth to his perspective on overcoming adversity. He is booked for his profound understanding of leadership and risk, offering audiences a powerful narrative on perseverance and the importance of humanitarian advocacy in the modern world. On stage, Giles Duley is best known for talks on Risk & Risk Management and Leadership. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Charity & Non-Profit and Social Impact & Advocacy, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Giles Duley is regularly booked for Motivational Speaker and Business Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Giles Duley travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Giles Duley would approach your audience.