An initiative was born out of conversations with leading university members, the rise of generally available in-organic intelligence (GenAI), and the growing impact of post-labour economics, where work is no longer a major source of income.
Community of Practice
Can we get beyond outdated, confirmation-driven models with their invisible norms?
Reclaiming Purpose through Bildung and Human-Centred Learning
Universities can do more than prepare students for jobs—they can nurture values, culture, ethics, and civic participation. This section explores how communities can reconnect with deeper educational purposes through the principles of Bildung and the cultivation of critical, caring citizens.
Rethinking Models in the Age of Intelligence and Automation
As AI and automation rapidly transform the world, universities must evolve in kind. This space supports shared learning around new institutional models, curriculum design, and ways of organising that meet the needs of a fast-changing society.
Universities as Civic Anchors in a Fragmented World.Beyond market metrics and managerialism, higher education must return to its role as a public institution serving collective wellbeing. This section shares tools and stories for positioning universities as inclusive, ethical, and democratic forces in society.
Supporting People to Lead from Within
Real change starts at the edges—with students, staff, and community members who are ready to experiment and lead. This space encourages local action, highlights self-organised initiatives, and offers support for those driving change from the ground up
What is the selfdriven Foundation?
How Do I Get Involved?
