Congratulations to Prof Saad Darwish, President’s Advisor for Special Projects who has been elected as a fellow of the RSA (Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce, UK). This society has been at the forefront of social change for 260 years, it operates as a global network of 28,000 people who share values commissioned by RSA.  The society believes that all human beings have creative capacities that, when understood and supported, can be mobilized to deliver a 21st century enlightenment. They bring about the conditions for this change, not just amongst its diverse Fellowship, but also in institutions and communities. By sharing powerful ideas and carrying out cutting-edge research, they build networks and opportunities for people to collaborate – creating fulfilling lives and a flourishing society.