The Ian Mactaggart Programme is a grant giving programme administered by the Free Speech Union, which provides funding and support to students, societies, and academics who want to foster open inquiry, independent thought, and free expression. Alongside funding, we also offer expert guidance and the chance to connect with a supportive network of students and societies across the UK. Find out more here: https://freespeechunion.org/grants/

The Free Speech Union is a a non-partisan, mass-membership organisation that stands up for the speech rights of its members. We provide support, advice and legal assistance at our discretion to individuals facing challenges to their freedom of speech. Beyond helping our members, we also campaign for free speech changes more broadly in the Law, the media, and universities, working to protect the principle of open debate for everyone.