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Where Southeast Asians in the UK meet and connect.

Good food, good conversations and a community where we can support one another, share opportunities and build genuine connections.

About us

More than networking. A community.

SEA Connect & Socials UK brings together Southeast Asian professionals across the UK, from different industries, backgrounds and career stages.

We started with a simple idea: there are so many brilliant Southeast Asians around us, but we're often in completely different circles. We wanted to create a space where we could find each other, share experiences, support one another and open doors.

We bring people together through casual lunches, dinners, after-work socials and other shared experiences. No awkward icebreakers, no pressure to sell yourself. Just good people getting to know each other.

What we do

Good food. Good people. Good connections.

Friends sharing Southeast Asian dishes around a table

Around the Table

Community lunches and dinners celebrating Southeast Asian cuisines, culture and the stories that bring us together.

After-work drinks at a London pub

After-Work Socials

Casual drinks and meet-ups to unwind, meet new people and connect with fellow professionals.

Two professionals chatting over coffee

Connections & Opportunities

A space to share experiences, exchange career advice, make introductions, discover opportunities and support one another.

Come as you are

A space for our people, and the people who support us.

SEA Connect & Socials UK is centred around Southeast Asian professionals, but you don't have to be Southeast Asian to join us.

Whether you have Southeast Asian roots, grew up connected to the region, or simply want to support and connect with Southeast Asian professionals, you're welcome here.

We're building a community where people feel comfortable showing up as themselves, meeting someone new and helping one another along the way.

SEA at the heart, good people always welcome.

Upcoming events

What's Coming Up?

From community dinners to after-work socials, we're always finding new ways to bring our community together. Check out our upcoming events and join us!

Explore Our Events

Join

Come join us.

Whether you're new to the UK, looking to expand your circle, hoping to meet people in your industry or simply keen to share a meal with good company, we'd love to meet you.

No need to know anyone beforehand. Just come as you are.

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Connecting our circles, one conversation at a time.

Say hello

Let's stay connected.

Want to collaborate, suggest an event, or just say hello? We'd love to hear from you. Got an idea for a partnership or community collaboration? Drop us a line.