About Central Texas Chapter of the World Future Society

Vision
To be known as a source of futures perspectives in Central Texas.

Mission
To raise awareness of the future and its impact on Central Texas.

Objectives:

Contribute to a reasoned awareness of the future without advocating particular ideologies or engaging in political activities.
Advance serious and responsible investigation and assessment of the future.
Teach futures methodologies, strategies and concepts.
Facilitate communication and cooperation among organizations and individuals interested in studying or planning for the future.
Network with diverse people interested in the future.

Things We Do:

Meetings: monthly meetings to hear presentations by experts on the future or methods of forecasting the future, and for networking.
Forums: future oriented conversations
Seminars: biannual public seminars sponsored by the chapter and open to the public.
Workshops: professional development workshops.
Speaker Bureau: for members who make themselves available for speeches on the future.
Newsletter: web based newsletter for members.

Values:

Inclusivity
Diversity
Communication
Community
Futures Knowledge

Assumptions

Everyone can contribute
Diversity of cultures, ideas, opinions, experiences and knowledge will substantially contribute to our vision
Communication about the future will make people increasingly engaged in their personal and communal future development
Focusing on community benefits will achieve greater advancement than on the individual
Making people aware of future potential makes them more engaged in advancing the future
Focusing on the development of education, regional development and technology utilization and development will help us better achieve our vision.
Modeling the use of infocom technologies in our operations will help us realize our vision

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