GCARD2. Breakout session F3.2. Developing capacities for Improved Foresight - Briefing Paper

The purpose of session F3.2 is to address the capacity development dimension related to the absence of several key sectors of the society in foresight works. Developing foresight capacity is at the same time an issue of individual capacity development and institutional capacity development. At individual level, some formal education systems provide possibilities to acquire academic skills and recognition in foresight. However, these are not numerous and are usually concentrated in developed or emerging countries. These do not either suffice to meet the need for engaging young professionals in foresight and for committing more senior professionals to foresight activities, especially in CSOs.