GLOBAL FORUM

SHAPING THE FUTURE

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Welcome, we are GLOBAL FORUM SHAPING THE FUTURE

Since more than 30 years, Global Forum/ Shaping the Future is an annual, international, high-level, not-for-profit think-tank, dedicated to addressing the main technological, economic, social, societal, political and ethical issues and challenges that affect the evolution of our digital society.

Every year, the Global Forum gathers some 250 participants, including international experts, national, regional and local policy makers, private and public companies and organisations, academics, NGOs from around the world.

Since 1992, the Global Forum is a connector of people and ideas and a catalyst for new thinking and projects across the globe.

DIGITAL DYNAMICS & GLOBAL SOCIETAL CHALLENGES

Global Forum Shaping the Future, a networked think-tank and annual event addressing the issues and challenges of the digital society.

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Global Forum Shaping the Future 2025

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LATEST NEWS

Global Forum 2025 – Oct. 27 & 28 in Madrid – Save the Date!

It is our great pleasure to share with you a preview of the 30th anniversary edition of the Global Forum: Global Forum 2025 TECHNOLOGY, SUSTAINABILITY & HUMANITY Transformational Change: Building a Collaborative Future 27 & 28 October 2025, Eurostars Tower Madrid, Spain For three decades, the Global Forum has been a platform for thought leaders, […]

Reinventing Governance in a Volatile World – A book from the Governance Cluster of the Global Forum Shaping the Future Association

Global Forum Shaping the Future is delighted to announce that the book, published by members of its Governance Cluster, is available for pre-order through Routledge. Reinventing Governance in a Volatile World addresses public governance worldwide, identifying challenges and innovative ways to improve the lives of those governed. Congratulations to our valued members of the Governance & […]

Op-Ed by Namir Anani: A New Global Paradigm – Technology, Humanity, and Sustainable Progress

The world today is undergoing a profound transformation, marked by economic realignments, geopolitical inflections, and rapid technological advancements. These shifts are not isolated; rather, they are deeply interconnected, shaping the future of nations, industries, and societies in unprecedented ways. As we stand at the precipice of an emerging global paradigm, it is imperative to reflect […]