WHAT FUTURIST ASSOCIATIONS SHOULD YOU CONSIDER JOINING?

23 Dec WHAT FUTURIST ASSOCIATIONS SHOULD YOU CONSIDER JOINING?

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Are you a futurist seeking associations to join? Or a practicing futurologist consultant and strategic forecaster looking to connect with your peers, no matter the industry or background? Then you’re probably advised to take a look at the following professional futurist associations, which aim to provide learning, education, networking opportunities and other perks for members. While it’s important to do your own research here when considering potential providers, we hope that the following rundown and overview of different organizations comes in handy as you work to promote professional development and growth in your business and career.

  1. World Future Society – Professional society of futurists. Publishes materials, holds events and conferences to explore what the future may look like.
  2. Association of Professional Futurists – Major association for futurists. Focused on research, standards and recognition of the profession.
  3. The Millennium Project – Global futuring think tank. Produces research on global challenges and potential solutions for the future.
  4. World Futures Studies Federation – Global network for university future programs, government agencies and more. Promotes futures literacy.
  5. Club of Amsterdam – Think tank exploring social, cultural and economic issues of the future. Organizes thought leader events and dialogues.
  6. The Futures Agency – Global network of strategists and futurists providing advisory services related to the future and strategic foresight.
  7. Institute for the Future – An independent futures research organization known for its forecasting work. Advises on strategies for issues ahead.
  8. Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies – Leading European futurist think tank focused on applied forecasting and strategy.
  9. Tellus Institute – Research organization exploring sustainable, equitable and democratic futures. Known for policy work.
  10. Fast Future – Consulting firm focused on identifying future growth industries, technologies and trends especially related to digital innovation and its impacts.

 

As you can see, that covers some of the major global groups directly involved in futures studies and strategic foresight. Let us know if you may need further information or insights as you set about looking for futurist associations to join and support over the coming years.