Sonia Sodha

Sonia Sodha is a leading UK columnist, author and broadcaster, widely recognised for her incisive, thought-provoking analysis of politics, economics and social issues. A prominent voice in national debate, she is a regular contributor to The Guardian and The Observer, where she previously served as Chief Leader Writer. Sonia combines deep policy expertise with sharp journalistic insight, making her a compelling and authoritative speaker for events of all kinds.

Raised in the UK, Sonia describes herself as “half-Hindu, half-Sikh Indian,” bringing a nuanced perspective to discussions on identity, culture and modern Britain. She studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) at St Hilda’s College, Oxford, before completing an MPhil in Politics. During her time at university, she was actively engaged in political life, serving as President of the Oxford University Liberal Democrats.

Sonia began her career in public policy, holding senior research and strategy roles at leading think tanks including the Social Market Foundation, Institute for Public Policy Research and Demos. She later became Head of Policy and Strategy at the Dartington Social Research Unit, specialising in education, social mobility and public service reform.

Her expertise led to her appointment as a senior adviser to Ed Miliband during his tenure as Leader of the Opposition, where she contributed to major policy initiatives including banking reform and innovation in public services.

A familiar and trusted media voice, Sonia regularly appears across major UK broadcasters, including BBC Question Time, Newsnight, Sky News, Today programme and This Morning. She is known for delivering clear, balanced and engaging commentary on the issues shaping the UK and global landscape.

In addition, she has presented acclaimed documentaries on BBC Radio 4, exploring topics such as multiculturalism, participatory democracy and the future of work.

Speaking & Events

Sonia Sodha is a highly sought-after conference speaker, panel chair and event moderator. She brings clarity, authority and intellectual rigour to every engagement, with the ability to navigate complex topics and foster meaningful discussion. Her engaging style and composed delivery make her an ideal choice for:

• Political and economic conferences
  
• Leadership and policy forums
  
• Diversity, equality and inclusion events
  
• Media and communications panels

Social Impact & Thought Leadership

Beyond journalism and broadcasting, Sonia has demonstrated a strong commitment to tackling inequality and driving social change. She has served as a trustee for organisations such as City Year UK and Trust for London, supporting initiatives that empower underrepresented communities.

For a speaker who combines intellectual depth, media expertise and real-world policy experience, Sonia Sodha is an outstanding choice.

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