About Us
Our Driving Force
We aspire to make foresight equitable and connected, accessible to all and reflective of our shared humanity. are guided by an Arab ethos of trust, humility, and courage before the unknown, acting with clarity even amid uncertainty.
Our Values
Inclusion & Collective Ownership
We are participatory, fostering inclusion and collective ownership of the future.
Empowerment & Agency
We uphold agency, empowering individuals and institutions to shape their own trajectories.
Authentic Arab Representation
We champion representation, so Arab futures are told by Arab voices.
Pioneering & Future-Focused
We are pioneering, driven to challenge, adapt, and create what our region needs.
Our Vision
A future where the Arab world is a global leader in innovation, culture, and sustainable development, driven by the foresight and creativity of its people.
Our Mission
To cultivate a foresight culture across the Arab region by providing accessible knowledge, fostering collaborative networks, and initiating impactful future-oriented projects.
What We Do
Foresight for the Arab Context
Localizing foresight tools and frameworks to align with Arab contexts, mindsets, and languages.
Exploring Cultural & Social Futures
Researching cultural and social futures, amplifying local narratives of change and advancing Arab cultural and contextual foresight.
Empowering Through Training & Education
Building capacity through training, education, and collaboration across sectors.
Consulting for Future-Oriented Action
Consulting and speaking to guide institutions, policymakers, and innovators toward future-oriented action.
Fostering a Regional Foresight Community
Spreading awareness to promote futures literacy and expand regional participation through fostering a vibrant, connected foresight community.
Our Flagship Project: The Lexicon
The Arab Futures Lexicon
The first regional effort to unify and evolve the language of foresight in Arabic
For decades, futures terminology has been scattered across translations, institutions, and publications, creating fragmentation and barriers for researchers, policymakers, and educators. This initiative addresses that gap by creating a living, collaborative, and authoritative reference for Arabic foresight terminology. It serves as both a knowledge base and a community platform, where experts and contributors work together to shape the evolving language of Arab futures.
All Terms
Explore our curated collection of key concepts and ideas.