Frontline Mediation. Challenging Perspectives.
A demand-driven, independent charity working to resolve conflict through inclusive dialogue.
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Who We Are
Forward Thinking is an independent charity working at a political level to find durable solutions to conflict in the Middle East, North Africa, and Gulf region.
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Our Values
Integrity, Transparency, Trust, Demand Driven, Inclusivity, Sustained Commitment.
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Our Vision
To create meaningful political dialogue. To initiate durable peace processes. To break the cycle of violence.
Our Programmes
Middle East Programme
A durable peace is the fruit of a process that engages all parties with significant constituency. Our focus in the region is to create spaces for inclusive dialogue among the different factions, both on the Palestinian and the Israeli side of the conflict. Our goal is to reach a stage where both Israelis and Palestinians recognise their common interests in resolving this conflict.
Women for a Sustainable Future
The Women for a Sustainable Future (WSF) network was established to address the disproportionate impacts of climate change, global health challenges, and economic instability on women. Convening women parliamentarians and experts from across the Gulf-MENA region and Europe, the WSF facilitates critical knowledge exchange to tackle the human, environmental, economic and social threats to our sustainable future. The network moves from dialogue to action at a policy and practical level.
UK Programme
Forward Thinking works to challenge current policies and mindsets that lead to a sense of exclusion among British Muslims. Our network represents the ethnic, cultural, political and social diversity of British Muslim communities. We create neutral spaces for discussing challenges and obstacles to inclusion, with an emphasis on helping young Muslims overcome barriers to political and social participation.
Our Team
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Oliver McTernan
Co-Founder and Director
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Jordan Morgan
Director of Programmes
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Cecily Bayliss
WSF Programme Manager
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Harry Weeks
Programme Officer
Our Trustees
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William Sieghart CBE
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Dympna Hayes
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Sir Jeremy Greenstock GCMG
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Justin Dowley
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Francis Campbell
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Chris Donnelly
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Michael Holland
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Prof. Cav. Simon Mordant AO
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Christopher Bake
Reports
