The Futures of
Creativity & Compassion
The Association of Professional Futurists (APF) is delighted to partner with OCAD University in The Futures of Creativity and Compassion. This is the first APF event in Toronto since 2010 and will gather together practitioners working at the intersection of futures, design, system change to explore transformational futures.
The program will feature a dynamic blend of engaging panels, interactive workshops, and valuable networking opportunities. Attendees can look forward to thought-provoking experiential futures performances and unconference sessions for emergent conversations. These elements will provide a platform for participants to explore innovative approaches to creativity and compassion in future scenarios. The event will leverage OCAD University's expertise in art, design, and media education, as well as its commitment to fostering innovation across various disciplines.
Why Creativity & Compassion?
Creativity is the ability to generate innovative, meaningful and unique ideas. It involves breaking free from traditional norms and forging new pathways. Developing creative thinking and making skills is an integral part of becoming a futurist or foresight practitioner. In this turbulent world, which often prizes self-interest and competition, compassion promotes meaningful connections and builds stronger relationships, which are essential for creative problem-solving and addressing the challenges that futurists tackle.
Conference
Highlights
The program will feature:
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Engaging panels and interactive workshops
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Experiential futures installations and performances
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Unconference sessions for emergent conversations
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Networking opportunities
speakers lineup
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EVENT REGISTRATION
*The registration fee will be paid in US dollars, we've listed all prices in Canadian dollars for your reference.
About the Organizers
The Association of Professional Futurists is a global community of futurists, dedicated to promoting professional excellence and demonstrating the value of strategic foresight and Futures Studies for their clients and/ or employers. Founded in 2002, the APF now includes more than 500 members from 60 countries.
OCAD University (OCADU) is Canada's oldest, largest and leading art and design university, located in downtown Toronto since 1876. OCADU’s Strategic Foresight and Innovation (SFI) MDes Program, the first program of its kind in Canada, prepares Change Makers and Innovation Leaders to navigate and drive complex change in a rapidly evolving world.