Curating thoughtful conversations around the ideas shaping our world
MZ Events | Curated Conversations in London | Brussels | International
MZ Events is the creative events arm of MZ Productions, producing curated gatherings in London and Brussels and working across Europe and internationally.
It brings together voices from politics, media, business, industry, sport and culture for discussions designed to inform, challenge and inspire.
Curated Events & Conversations
Hosted and moderated by international journalist Mariam Zaidi, MZ Events creates space for meaningful dialogue beyond the daily news cycle.
Each event is designed to foster thoughtful discussion, bringing together speakers and audiences in an environment that encourages insight, exchange and engagement.
Intimate, High-Level Event Formats
MZ Events produces salon-style conversations, panel discussions and private gatherings in collaboration with venues, organisations and cultural partners.
These events are typically hosted in private members’ clubs, cultural venues and institutional settings in London and Brussels.
Bringing Together Influential Voices
Drawing on Mariam’s journalism and commercial network, MZ Events brings together influential voices from politics, media, business and global affairs.
Recent gatherings have included speakers and audiences from across international affairs, journalism, business and the creative industries.
Global Themes & Underreported Stories
Each event explores global themes, underreported stories and the ideas shaping international affairs.
The focus is on conversations that go beyond headlines — offering depth, context and diverse perspectives.
Partnerships & Brand Collaborations
MZ Events works with brands, organisations and venues to develop thoughtful cultural programming aligned with their audiences and values.
This includes:
curated panel discussions
private salon-style events
branded thought leadership conversations
cultural and policy-focused programming
Events in London, Brussels & Internationally
Based in London and working regularly in Brussels, MZ Events delivers curated conversations across the UK, Europe and internationally.
Events take place in private members’ clubs, cultural venues and institutional spaces.
Collaborate with MZ Events
If you are a venue, organisation or brand interested in collaborating, sponsoring or co-creating an event, MZ Events welcomes new partnerships.
Contact MZ Productions
For collaborations, partnerships or future events, please contact MZ Productions to start the conversation.
FIGHTING FOR THE FUTURE OF AFGHANISTAN’S WOMEN: An evening with fawzia koofi
Century Club London
May 6th 2025
How to end the gender apartheid of Afghan women and girls with a keynote by Lord Tariq Ahmad of Wimbledon. Event planned, produced, hosted and moderated by MZ Events.
The discussion examined questions of identity, belonging and displacement, using Fawzia Koofi’s experience to reflect on the wider realities facing Afghan women today.
What People Are Saying
“Top two event I’ve ever attended. Masterclass in moderation and storytelling. Fawzia is incredible.”
— Ed“It was a privilege to hear Fawzia Koofi’s story first hand, and in such an intimate venue. Thank you to Mariam for creating and hosting the event which shone a light on the oppression faced by the women of Afghanistan.”
— Rachael
“Such a powerful event to witness. Fawzia’s story brought back into focus the horrific reality faced by the women and girls of Afghanistan. It left us with much to reflect on.”
— Lucinda