Matt Thomas, Fellow
Matt Thomas
Rapidly exploring future humanitarian impacts ...

Two years of huge emergency after huge emergency - from the Covid-19 pandemic’s various variants to evacuations from Afghanistan and a series of storms battering the UK - our people are tired, yet the need for humanitarian aid continues to grow. And then the Ukraine crisis boiled over.

We have always struggled to plan for the many uncertainties the future may bring, but the massive disruptions of the last couple of years made us realise that grappling with uncertainty is not an option.

The British Red Cross’s Strategic Insight and Foresight team has been developing a way to rapidly construct scenarios about the future, helping our teams get a sense of likely people’s short-term and longer-term humanitarian needs, as well as the potential ripple effects caused by a crisis.

Rapidly exploring future humanitarian impacts of the Ukraine conflict

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The struggle between Growth and Natural Conservation in the Global South

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The struggle between Growth and Natural Conservation in the Global South

This article delves into the critical tension between economic development and environmental preservation in some of the world's most vulnerable regions. By analyzing recent trends and leveraging strategic foresight, we provide a comprehensive overview of potential future scenarios and their implications. This piece for professionals and academics interested in understanding the evolving dynamics of sustainable development. Whether you are seeking to stay ahead of the curve or simply broaden your knowledge, this article offers valuable insights and actionable takeaways.

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Encrucijadas en el Sur Global: La lucha entre crecimiento y la conservación natural

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Encrucijadas en el Sur Global: La lucha entre crecimiento y la conservación natural

El artículo aborda la tensión crítica entre el desarrollo económico y la preservación ambiental en algunas de las regiones más vulnerables del mundo. Analizando las tendencias recientes y utilizando la prospectiva estratégica, se ofrece una visión integral de posibles escenarios futuros y sus implicaciones. Esta pieza es una lectura para quienes están interesados en comprender la dinámica evolutiva del desarrollo sostenible.

The future awaits.