Monday 4 February 2008

UK 18 year-olds thoughts on the future

Interesting to see Jonathan Porritt's comments on the outcomes of an extensive 'future leaders' survey done by Forum for the Future with UCAS and all applicants to UK Higher Education. Quite a few comparisons across generations though I'm always a little suspicious of percentages that summarise what people think. Surely even when it's reported that "84% think that......" there must be a lot more diversity in thinking there?
According to the Forum for the Future site:

The survey paints a picture of a generation that is intensely aware of the big challenges facing the planet and eager to see broader social and political change, but which is less willing to adapt individual personal behaviour.

The survey results do, however, begin to highlight ways through this paradox. Respondents would like to see tougher action by government, business playing a positive role, and less of an obsession with material affluence.

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