The era of radical
Periods of massive disruption rip us from normality and make it harder for us to control even some of the most basic things in our lives. Whether a war, a natural disaster or a pandemic, extreme events strip us back to our common humanity, reminding us that we are vulnerable and that we need each other. But by eradicating our sense of ‘normal’, disruption can also be a powerful portal to new ways of thinking and being. Rather than iterating on the status quo, we can design for new circumstances or new ideas, unhampered by the prejudices or limitations that have been baked into systems made for a different era. This year, our Women of the Future Summit embraces the radical. What could change look like if we dare to be bold? And how do we keep ourselves rooted and resilient amidst the turmoil?
With our institutions and systems under pressure like at no other time since the Second World War, what is the outlook for global collaboration? What are the opportunities and risks posed by radical thinking?
Questions from audience.
Questions from the audience.
Opportunity for delegates to join coffee breakout rooms
Covid recovery will be a key issue for every society around the world, with the risks of inequalities being exacerbated. Surely our aim cannot be to return to how things were? In this session we will consider how we can recover better.
Questions from the audience.
A look at how attitudes in society are shifting across the world, and the role that politicians, civil servants, entrepreneurs and activists may play in addressing the inequalities exacerbated by covid-19.
Questions from the audience.
Discussion centred on the morning’s session, thinking particularly about how radical societal and economic shifts may affect the global fight for gender equality. Are there new obstacles to be aware of or new opportunities to be grasped?
