From Fate to Foresight

Dickens’ David Copperfield famously remarked that "dreams are dress rehearsals for the future.” But for many, the stage is never set. When survival becomes a daily battle, when short-termism stifles vision, and when the future feels like a luxury reserved for the few, the right to dream is effectively invalidated.

How do we move from being spectators of our fate to the architects of our destiny?

Join us for a provocative and practical webinar exploring the power of public interest foresight/anticipatory governance. We will dive into how forward-thinking strategies are being used to dismantle legislative hurdles and fuel grassroots advocacy. This isn't just about predicting what is next - it’s about transformative societal action.

Speakers:

• Peter Dixon, PhD, Program Director, M.S. in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution; Associate Professor of Practice (moderator)
• Katindi Sivi, PhD, Futures Researcher, Policy Analyst & Trainer, is a strategist and foresight practitioner dedicated to navigating the complexities of tomorrow. Specializing in the intersection of long-term planning and public impact, Dr. Sivi works alongside policymakers, organizational and community leaders to translate what if into what now. By blending rigorous trend analysis with inclusive community engagement, she helps organizations move past reactive decision-making to build proactive, future-ready legacies. To interact more with her work, please visit www.longviewconsult.com.

For questions about this event, please contact Kjerstin Pugh, kep2137@columbia.edu.

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This event is open to individuals irrespective of identity and sex.