What’s the future of travel and tourism?


Right now, many of us are questioning what ever-changing COVID-19 rules may mean for where we go and how we get there in 2021. As this uncertainty continues, it's compounding the already devastating impact the pandemic has had on the global travel industry. Millions of people whose livelihoods depend on thriving tourism have been plunged into hardship, but as the vaccination programme gathers pace, the industry is readying itself to re-emerge. But would could it look like?

Dr Sally Uren, Chief Executive of Forum for the Future explores four possible futures for travel, only one of which uses the pandemic to reset the rules and put sustainability at the industry's heart. 
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Towards resilience: building energy systems with community at their heart

Connected to a panel discussion on 24 February with Local Trust, Forum's Rebecca Lawson explains why resilient communities must be at the heart of building the energy sector of the future.


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The mindset of a good business leader for an inclusive future

Caroline Ashley, Forum's Global Director of System Change Programmes, discusses the key skills needed for effective business leaders and explains why it's all about 'CHARM'.

Article was originally published by iBAN.

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The Futures Centre


As we celebrate Black History Month in the United States, we're bringing a systemic and futures view to reflect on what's next for the Black Lives Matter (BLM) wave of change.
Insight article
As the BLM wave of change continues, what are the signs and signals of systemic change?
Signal of Change
Rising BLM discourse in the Aid sector is increasing pressure for a major shift. What are the implications?

School of System Change
Learn to navigate complex challenges

The School's Basecamp programme is a six-month learning journey to help change leaders navigate complex challenges, map and diagnose systems and engage others with far-reaching change processes. Learn about our upcoming Basecamps and apply for the Europe Spring programme by 8 March.
 
Power dynamics: A systemic inquiry

"The current exploitation of our planet and people are manifest in power dynamics that have been perpetuated and continue to be so in all our systems." Dr Anna Birney, Forum's Global Director of Systems Change Learning, explores the impact power dynamics have had - and continue to have - in shaping the key systems on which we rely. 
 

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Communications & Marketing Manager (Singapore-based)

We are looking for a strategic, creative and adaptable Communications & Marketing Manager experienced in developing and delivering multi-channel communications strategies. 
 
Consultant - anti-racism, equity and inclusion

We are looking for external training and facilitation support for Forum's Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees on anti-racism, equity and inclusion. 

Events
24-26 February
ReWire: Sustainability 2021 - An Intervention for Fashion

MOTIF & The Mills Fabrica are hosting a free virtual event on ecosystem standards, materials, and a pathway towards circularity to fuel innovation across the fashion supply chain.

As part of this, Ariel Muller, Forum's APAC Director, will be speaking on a panel exploring low carbon alternatives for plastics. 

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21-22 April 
Future Work Scenarios: Redefining Work in a Post-COVID World

We are proud to support Future Work Scenarios, a global digital summit exploring work in a post-COVID world.

Forum's Chief Executive, Dr Sally Uren OBE, will deliver the opening keynote where she will address ‘The future of company purpose and culture’. 

Register

In other news...
  • Tiny clothes fibres are washing into the oceans. What can garment makers do about the problem? Eco-Business
  • Prince Harry-backed Travalyst coalition, of which Forum is a part, urges travel industry to collaborate and “rebuild more responsibly.” PhocusWire
  • Dr Sally Uren speaks with BusinessGreen as part of its ongoing Zoom in on Net Zero series
  • Ambition to action – could 2021 be a turning point for climate change and localism? airqualitynews.com
  • Walgreens Boots Alliance Launches 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report. Pharmiweb.com
  • Mindsets are shifting - with huge implications for business and sustainability. Forum's Caroline Ashley explores the importance of mindsets in taking meaningful action on climate and social issues. For BusinessGreen.
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