Shami Chakrabarti

Baroness Shami Chakrabarti CBE is one of the most prominent voices in British law and human rights. After beginning her career as a barrister and serving for five years at the Home Office, she spent over a decade as Director of Liberty. Joining the organisation just prior to the events of September 2001, she transformed the former National Council for Civil Liberties into a formidable campaigning force. Under her leadership, the group became a vital participant in public debate, challenging legislation regarding ID cards, surveillance, and detention without charge. Her distinguished career in public life includes serving as Shadow Attorney General for four years and sitting as a panel member on the Leveson Inquiry. In recognition of her stature, she was chosen to carry the Olympic flag at the London 2012 Opening Ceremony. An accomplished author, she has written On Liberty, a detailed examination of the fundamental rights that underpin a democratic society. She offers profound expertise on the intersection of privacy, security, and the law, alongside reflections on her experience leading high-profile national campaigns. Audiences book Shami Chakrabarti for her unparalleled mastery of social responsibility and her ability to navigate complex legal and ethical landscapes with clarity and authority. On stage, Shami Chakrabarti is best known for talks on Esg & Social Responsibility. 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 Law and Social Impact & Advocacy, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Shami Chakrabarti is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Conference 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, Shami Chakrabarti 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 Shami Chakrabarti would approach your audience.