Teaching the Skills Democracy Depends On
In a world shaped by polarization, the ability to listen and work across differences is no longer optional, it’s essential. At Tilting Futures, we’re seeing what happens when those skills are intentionally taught, and a different kind of leadership emerges. Democracy doesn’t depend only on laws, elections, or institutions. It depends on people. People […]
The Work of Peace Begins with People
A new class of young leaders started their Take Action Lab journey last week. They come from different backgrounds and communities, learning how to collaborate across difference and turn care into action. Across two sites, 83 students from 39 countries are coming together to learn in community, bringing a wide range of lived experiences, […]
Tilting Futures and the Haas Center for Public Service at Stanford University Collaborate to Expand Purpose-Driven, Global Service-Learning Pathways
Through the Haas Center for Public Service’s Cardinal Quarter program, Stanford undergraduates can now participate in funded, hands-on service-learning with Tilting Futures’ Take Action Lab Accelerator. November 11, 2025 Tilting Futures is collaborating with the Haas Center for Public Service at Stanford University to make global service-learning more accessible for students. Beginning June 2026, Haas […]
Tilting Futures Partners with Universiti Sains Malaysia to Launch the Next Generation of Environmental Leaders
A new collaboration between Tilting Futures and Universiti Sains Malaysia advances global experiential learning in Penang, equipping the next generation to lead sustainable solutions through hands-on experience and an evidence-backed curriculum. November 6, 2025 | Updated December, 2025 Tilting Futures, the Centre for Global Sustainability Studies (CGSS), and Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), are proud to […]
Five Labs. Two Countries. One Global Movement.
One year ago, Tilting Futures ran two Labs in one country. Today, we’re running five Labs across two countries, serving more than twice as many students — and we’re just getting started. This quarter alone, we launched our first summer Accelerator and a new sustainability-focused Lab in Malaysia, dramatically expanding our reach and impact. These […]
A Day of Shared Learning at Philippi Village
In May, a group of long-time supporters joined us in Cape Town to meet students, visit apprenticeship sites, and see our programming in action. Here’s what they experienced. At Philippi Village — a dynamic community hub and long-standing partner — supporters joined students for a powerful Learning Connect. Each Friday, Learning Connects offer a dedicated […]