Our Perspective

We have commissioned in-depth research from leading think tanks across the world on the questions underpinning the Global Agenda. This programme will continue, meanwhile, we are making the insights that emerge from our own research, and those we derive from related programmes, available for discussion.

Posted Sep 19, 2015|  by FutureWorld Foundation, Seán Cleary

Our capacity for constructive collective action at substantial scales in our highly connected world is very limited. Systemic failure on several levels simultaneously is straining our capacity to manage economies, stabilize societies, manage conflicts and respect ecologies, individually and collectively. Symmetry breaks on each level... Read More



Posted on Jun 23, 2013 | in category: Sharing core norms and values | by Sean Cleary, Founder and Executive Vice Chair, Future World Foundation

Concluding Plenary 22 September, 2012: Sean Cleary...  Read More



Posted on Jun 23, 2013 | in category: Sharing core norms and values | by Seán Cleary, Executive Vice Chair, Future World Foundation

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Posted on Oct 17, 2013 | in category: Sharing core norms and values | by Oxford Martin School for Future Generations, Pascal Lamy

“The ability to address today’s global challenges is undermined by the absence of a collective vision for society. We urge leaders to establish shared global values to protect the prospects for future generations.” - Pascal Lamy, Chair, Oxford Martin Commission for Future Generations and former...  Read More



Posted on Jun 23, 2013 | in category: Sharing core norms and values | by Seán Cleary, Executive Vice Chair, Future World Foundation

Introduction: by Seán Cleary at the International Judicial Conference, Berlin, 22-24 May 2012...  Read More



Posted on Jul 21, 2012 | in category: Sharing core norms and values | by Sean Cleary. Executive Vice Chair. FutureWorld Foundatoin

The Challenge: The need to manage systemic global risks and to protect the global commons, points to the need for a better mechanism of global governance. The tension between the political accountability of national leaders to their citizens, and the need for governments to restrict...  Read More



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