Conversations For Change

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The greatest threats we face today transcend national boundaries; they therefore need to be addressed jointly by all countries based on an increased realization of our mutual dependence. That is why I believe a new global framework for managing them must be found.” Laszlo Szombatfalvy, Founder of Global Challenges FoundationHow can citizens create change in the current global governance order? Is representative democracy working and does it provide effective protection of human rights for people? What are the most powerful ideas for social and political change? Can we change our communities from the bottom up to create a more inclusive, peaceful and prosperous world for all? And if so, how? With a focus on facilitating diverse perspectives, these are some of the questions we will be exploring with thought leaders, academics, business leaders, policy makers, entrepreneurs, professionals, NGOs, students, artists, artisans ... and maybe even you. The k