There are many economic, social, environmental, and cultural developments happening throughout the world. It can seem huge, complex, hopeless, unfixable, inevitable...but by engaging in futures thinking, we can better recognize and understand all of the opportunities and pathways we have to act.
In this video, environmental journalist Gaia Vince describes how futures thinking can help us prepare for climate challenges on the horizon.
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Even when we are faced with very complex, interconnected issues, we should not cease to try to find solutions.
By closely examining our shared challenges and breaking them into manageable parts, societies can better recognize opportunities for action that can positively change our collective future.
And with a shared vision, we can then determine how to take those steps needed to achieve a protopia.
With a partner, verbally compare and contrast your protopias, and also compare them to Gaia’s. Which parts of your protopias share a similar vision? Where do they differ, and why? Use the space below to capture any ideas, questions, or thoughts that you don't want to forget.