State of the Future 20

??Happy international Women's day! Empowerment of women has been one of the strongest drivers of social evolution over the past century and is acknowledged as essential for addressing all the global challenges facing humanity. We hope that massive shifts in gender stereotypes will occur over the next few decades, as revealed by a study on the topic we did some time ago. Read more about the global challenge on the status of women, recently updated by The Millennium Project on the State of the Future 20: https://lnkd.in/di-yYD5y

?? Thank You for an Inspiring #WorldFuturesDay 2025! A huge thank you to everyone who joined WFD! Over 24 hours, hundreds of attendees engaged in thought-provoking discussions on AGI, democracy, climate action, synthetic biology, future generations, and more. Special thanks to our partner organizations and our AMAZING volunteer facilitators, who made this global conversation possible. Your contributions were invaluable! Let’s keep the conversation going! See you next year! Read more: https://lnkd.in/dQUvaUAQ Association of Professional Futurists - APF Humanity Plus, Inc. Lifeboat Foundation World Academy of Art and Science World Futures Studies Federation Jerome Glenn Mara Di Berardo Ibon Zugasti Brock Hinzmann Tad Davis José Luis Cordeiro

#WeDidItAgain! ?? The 12th edition of #WorldFuturesDay is over, and once again, there is so much to reflect on after 24 hours of free discussion about the future. From inspiring ideas to bold visions, experts and enthusiasts from around the globe came together to explore what lies ahead. One key takeaway from this year’s discussions is that while we need to be realistic, we also absolutely need hope—contagious hope—because we have a sort of responsibility and wish not to give up. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed their insights, dreams, and challenges. The journey toward a better tomorrow continues, and your voices make all the difference! See you in 2026 for #WorldFuturesDay! Association of Professional Futurists - APF Humanity Plus, Inc. Lifeboat Foundation World Academy of Art and Science World Futures Studies Federation Mara Di Berardo Jerome Glenn Brock Hinzmann Tad Davis Elizabeth Florescu Ibon Zugasti Heiner Benking

?? #WorldFuturesDay - March 1 "Our main challenge now is of human will, individual and collective, to transform the problems we face into opportunities to build a world that reflects our highest values and aspirations. This round-the-globe round-the-clock conversation on our collective future by The Millennium Project can give voice to those aspirations and catalyze global social transformation," says Garry Jacobs. President of the World Academy of Art and Science. Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/dZX3r6Nn Read more: https://lnkd.in/dy2tjvPp Discover World Futures Day: https://lnkd.in/du6iYCGt

?? #WorldFuturesDay - March 1 "Investigating uncertainties is one of the most important characteristics of the Futures Field. So, when the world is getting more complex and the uncertainties about futures options are peaking, the use of foresight and futures research is more needed than ever. These investigations, however, starts with dialogues, dialogues about the futures. And this is exactly what we are aiming at on World Futures Day on March 1st," says Erik Ferdinand ?verland, President of the World Futures Studies Federation. Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/dZX3r6Nn Read more: https://lnkd.in/dy2tjvPp Discover World Futures Day: https://lnkd.in/du6iYCGt

?? #WorldFuturesDay - March 1 "Future Day offers a moment to pause and ask: What future do we want to build? Future Day is a celebration of imagination, critical thinking, practical optimism, and extraordinary vision that knows no bounds and invites us to be bold and forward-thinking— to make the unachievable become achievable," says Natasha Vita-More, PhD, MPhil, MSc - 1st, President of Humanity Plus, Inc.. Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/dZX3r6Nn Read more: https://lnkd.in/dy2tjvPp Discover World Futures Day: https://lnkd.in/du6iYCGt

?? #WorldFuturesDay - March 1 "Now more than ever, the practice of #futures must move beyond speculation to tangible action. By integrating diverse perspectives, fostering long-term thinking, and challenging dominant narratives, foresight practitioners help communities, organizations, and policymakers make informed decisions. WFD is a reminder that the future is not something we wait for—it is something we actively create," say Abril Chimal and Jeremy Wilken, the new Co-Chairs of the Association of Professional Futurists - APF. Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/dZX3r6Nn Read more: https://lnkd.in/dy2tjvPp Discover World Futures Day: https://lnkd.in/du6iYCGt

?? #WorldFuturesDay - March 1 "No matter your time zone, you can pull up a virtual chair and join the conversation on Zoom.?People come and go as they please. They share their insights with others from all over the world in a relaxed, open conversation that often leads to unexpected ideas, collaborations, and even friendships," says Jerome Glenn, Executive Director of The Millennium Project. Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/dN_RVuct Read more: https://lnkd.in/dy2tjvPp Discover World Futures Day: https://lnkd.in/du6iYCGt State of the Future 20

?? #WorldFuturesDay 2025: Join the Global Conversation on the Future! Every year on March 1st, visionaries, experts, and curious minds from around the world come together for World Futures Day, a 24-hour global dialogue on the challenges and opportunities shaping our future. ?? How can we navigate rapid technological, environmental, and societal transformations? ?? What bold ideas can drive a more sustainable and equitable world? ?? How does this unique event foster collaboration and forward-thinking action? Discover how WFD brings together diverse voices, innovative ideas, and groundbreaking discussions. Read my latest article on #FuturesDigest via Substack that includes comments and ideas on the event by Jerome Glenn, Abril Chimal, Jeremy Wilken, Natasha Vita-More, PhD, MPhil, MSc - 1st, Eric Klien, Garry Jacobs, and Erik Ferdinand ?verland on behalf of the organizations they represent! ?? https://lnkd.in/dkpvrDgT See you on March 1! The Millennium Project Association of Professional Futurists - APF Humanity Plus, Inc. Lifeboat Foundation World Academy of Art and Science World Futures Studies Federation #WorldFuturesDay #WFD2025 #FutureThinking #GlobalDialogue #Foresight #ShapingTomorrow Elizabeth Florescu Ibon Zugasti Brock Hinzmann Tad Davis Millennium Project Italia

?? #WorldFuturesDay 2025: Join the 24-hour Global Conversation on Building a Better Tomorrow on March 1! Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/dy2tjvPp *** Association of Professional Futurists - APF Humanity Plus, Inc. Lifeboat Foundation World Academy of Art and Science World Futures Studies Federation Jerome Glenn Ibon Zugasti Mara Di Berardo Elizabeth Florescu Tad Davis Brock Hinzmann