Name
Pro-activism: Strategies and practices for creating breakthrough solutions across political divides
Date & Time
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Will Grant
Description

Pro-activism is a political strategy and method that switches from fighting what we are against to building what we are for. In our time of divided politics and global crisis, Pro-activism has strategies and tools to organize broad coalitions working for a common future.

Pro-activist strategies are used in global climate negotiations and international business initiatives. Companies like Nike use Pro-activism to strengthen their market strategy and lead organizational change. 

It is an essential tool for anyone working for climate and environmental solutions, especially if you are interested in bringing people together across political divisions. 

For leaders exhausted by the struggle of change, Pro-activism also offers a change from the burnout of oppositional politics to one grounded in connection and creativity. 

Whether you consider yourself an activist, a pro-activist, or are simply trying to find your way to support a more sustainable planet and a healthier democracy, this session will offer you inspiration and pragmatic tools. 

The session will include real world case studies showing how Pro-activism created breakthrough solutions in business and government as well as interactive exercises to see how you can apply it to your work.

Location Name
Cortez C/D
Sessionboard ID
SESS-354