We find ourselves at an extraordinary moment in human history. Even in the most optimistic futures—where humanity emerges stronger 5-10 years from now—the transitional period ahead will likely be turbulent and challenging for many.
This moment in our collective story calls on us to transcend the zero-sum thinking of the prior era and to work together at an unprecedented scale.
This session is meant to be a primer on humanities current situation and to serve as an invitation to discuss and imagine together what's truly needed for the transition ahead.
Our current institutions—the ways we gather, create, support each other, and make meaning—seem increasingly unsuitable for the future we're entering. We can do so much better.
In this hybrid format mixing discussion points with open conversation, we'll explore what new forms might emerge:
Reimagined structures for community and belonging
Evolved practices and social technologies of mutual care and cooperation
Fresh vessels for art and culture that help us skillfully cope with profound change
This conversation welcomes perspectives from across Edge City's diverse community—whether you're building technologies, communities, or cultural bridges, or your curious about your place in possible futures, your insights matter as we weave together the wisdom needed to create conditions where both human flourishing and planetary thriving become possible.
PS: Thank you Muriel for convincing me to re-create this event
