Intergenerational Dialogue and the Future of Cities
Join us for a webinar on the future of cities and how to have conversations on this topic with young people, older people and in intergenerational groups. This is an opportunity to gain information and tools to support dialogue about contemporary cities and their future in a variety of educational settings.
During the webinar we will discuss, among other things:
Aging populations and low fertility rates – how to talk about the impact of demographics on the future of cities.
Migration and interculturalism of cities – how to help find your way in increasingly diverse urban communities.
Climate change and its local effects – how to engage in collective action in the face of climate challenges.
Digital transformation – how to support the development of digital skills and foster connectivity in cities.
The Webinar will be held ONLINE 15 January 2025, 3PM-4PM in Polish
Exploring Futures Literacy and Intergenerational Dialogue on the Future of Cities
The webinar that combines the power of Futures Literacy, a key 21st-century competence recognized by UNESCO, with the pressing challenges and opportunities of the future of cities. Learn how to use the concept of future scenarios as a tool for dialogue and action, bridging generations and fostering collaborative thinking on the transformations shaping our urban spaces. This session offers practical insights for educators, community leaders, and anyone working with intergenerational groups.
Key topics include:
Harnessing Futures Literacy – Learn how to use this powerful methodology to inspire reflection, foster dialogue, and drive change in the present.
Creating Scenarios for Intergenerational Collaboration – Explore how envisioning diverse futures can enhance understanding and cooperation across age groups.
Demographic and Migration Shifts – Address the impacts of aging populations, low birth rates, and growing multiculturalism in urban areas.
Climate Change and Local Action – Discover ways to engage all generations in participatory solutions to the environmental challenges facing our cities.
The Digital Transformation – Explore strategies for enhancing digital literacy and connectivity in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
This webinar is an opportunity to build bridges between generations, rethink the future of cities, and gain tools for fostering positive change today.
The Webinar will be held ONLINE 22 January 2025, at 3PM-4PM, in English.
Futures Literacy – the future as a tool for working in the present
A webinar on the Futures Literacy method – a key competency of the 21st century recognized by UNESCO to use the future as a tool. You will learn how to explore different future scenarios to discover opportunities for positive change in the present. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the practical application of this method in working with groups of diverse ages.
During the webinar we will discuss, among other things:
Practical applications of Futures Literacy – how to use this competency to engage people in reflecting on the future and initiating change today.
Creating Future Scenarios – how to use different visions of the future to inspire dialogue and collective action.
Building intergenerational cooperation – how thinking about the future together helps shape solutions that meet the needs of different social groups.
The Webinar will be held ONLINE 29 January 2025, at 3PM-4PM, in Polish.