What it Means to Be Human

..And why it matters

In an era of rapid technological advancements and global challenges, staying ahead is crucial. This keynote offer a comprehensive analytical look at 8 most critical areas defining our world today:

  • Artificial Intelligence 
  • Biotechnology
  • Circularity
  • Demographics
  • Education
  • Finance
  • Global Knowledge Dispersion
  • Humanism

This isn’t just another talk, it’s a strategic briefing designed to provide you with operational insights. We delve into topics such as the ways in which AI/biotech pushes the boundaries of ethics and governance, why the changing demographics demand urgent attention and how the changes to our global finance systems create new opportunities (and risks).  Understanding these dynamics is key to crafting policies that not only address today’s issues but also anticipate tomorrow’s needs. Gain the foresight needed to navigate the increasingly complex landscape and ensure that your policies are not just reactive, but proactive.

Target Audience
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FormatKeynoteWorkshopCourseCollaboration
Time1-2 hrs1-3 daysn/aCustomized

Backdrop:

The future is not predetermined, it is something we can and must actively shape. As such, we must ask ourselves, how we most effectually develop sustainable growth for the benefit of future generations. To build this sustainable future, we must understand our nature as human beings and the nature of our organisations. We must learn how to pinpoint and navigate key factors, and we must learn to understand how these key factors interact with our species and each other.

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Testimonials

I’m falling up. I am bombarded with new thoughts, stories, quite unexpected viewpoints and experiences. This is called Nordic Bildung Future Academy, and I really love the way this unusual program is constructed and run: without fears, with plenty of jokes and good humor, and high-level thinking. This is true learning—making me feel like my mind is actually expanding. It really is: UP!

Mihail Krikunov
Dean, Kyiv School of Economics, Ukraine

Participating in the future academy training has been like opening new windows of possibilities in my mind. Grounded scientific content, disruptive innovative ideas brougth with wisdom and care by Lene in each module enhances the curiosity and willingness to cocreate a more meaninful future for education and society.

Ines Medeiros
Psychologist and founder of Values Move, Brazil

The future is not predetermined; it is something we can and must actively shape.

Unlock the future of policy with What it Means to be Human. Dive into AI, biotech, and the global challenges that are shaping society. Gain actionable insights to craft forward-thinking policies that ensure sustainable growth and social and global development.
You’ll get:

  • The really big perspective on who we are as a species
  • A global perspective and where your organization fits into global trends and can make a difference
  • The “Alphabet” of things we seriously need to take into account as we move forward as a species

Keynote: A global perspective on what we cannot afford to lose and decisions we need to make
Workshop: Thought provoking 3 hours, a full day, or three transformative days specifically designed to help you see your organization in a global context, to meet your needs and potentials, and to step up to global challenges

As a policymaker, your decisions shape the future. In an era of rapid technological advancements and global challenges, staying ahead is crucial. This keynote and the workshops offer a comprehensive look at eight critical areas defining our world: Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Circularity, Demographics, Education, Finance, Global Knowledge Dispersion, and Humanism.

This isn’t just another talk—it’s a strategic briefing designed to provide you with actionable insights. We delve into how AI and biotech are pushing the boundaries of ethics and governance, why education and demographic shifts demand urgent attention, and how global finance and knowledge dispersion are creating new opportunities and risks. Understanding these dynamics is key to crafting policies that not only address today’s issues but also anticipate tomorrow’s needs.

Lene Rachel Andersen will guide you through these complexities, offering perspectives that are both global and deeply relevant to your local work.

Whether you choose the keynote or a workshop, this is your opportunity to gain the foresight needed to navigate an increasingly complex landscape, ensuring that your policies are not just reactive, but proactive.

Invest a few hours now to have an impact on the years to come. Equip yourself with knowledge that will change your perspectives and improve your decisions today.

If you are interested in a longer, in-depth course, check out our Nordic Secret 3.0: https://www.nordicbildung.org/courses/nordic-secret-3-0/