The Ubuntu Lab

We are excited to share that Kristin Alford is joining Michael Radke as Co-Executive Director of The Ubuntu Lab. Kristin will be leaving her role as Director of MOD. at UniSA to work with us full-time from February. Her experience in founding MOD. is particularly helpful as we look to the next stage of scaling our vision.

Engaging people in imagining alternative futures and solutions requires broad participation, allowing for different perspectives and moments of open curiosity. In this new book edited by Kristin Alford, Mike Radke shares the approach taken at The Ubuntu Lab.

Book available here: https://www.routledge.com/Cultivating-Futures-Thinking-in-Museums/Alford/p/book/9781032726717

A year of collaborating with . Executive Director Mike Radke was a Visiting Research Fellow exploring futures perspectives, social impact and the role of informal education.

We are honored to announce that our headquarters will be temporarily moving to Adelaide for the next few months. This exciting opportunity allows us to immerse ourselves in a fellowship at MOD. and the University of South Australia, where we will learn from museum professionals who have revolutionized the way we discuss hope and the future. Additionally, we will have the privilege of connecting with leading experts in indigenization, gaining insights into how to weave this emerging movement into narratives, teaching and learning methodologies, and organizational strategies. As we participate in events like the Fringe and SouthStart, we eagerly anticipate the chance to engage with the global community and continue our journey of learning and growth. Where our next relocation will take us? Let us know... -Cultural Exchange

We are incredibly proud of everything we accomplished in 2023- from expanding our board and forging important new partnerships, to connecting with more young people and change agents. And 2024 is going to be a transformative year for the Ubuntu Lab. To learn more, check out the video from our Town Hall meeting last year: https://buff.ly/3Usub62

The Ubuntu Lab Town Hall 2023

Partnership is the foundation of everything we have accomplished at the Ubuntu Lab. It is the beginning and the end of our impact. From the mentorship of icons and the lessons of experts, to the stories of the experienced and co-creation with our audience, it is the process and the product. And Jean Oelwang reminds us all that partnership, based in compassionate empathy is much more than imagining the experience of others, it is a practice of walking with them.

The Ubuntu Lab is, at its very core, about reminding us all that we are human. That our humanity is our strength, and that by seeing others for their human-ness we all become better. Michael Franti, in his inimitable way, reminds us that it is no more complex than a daily practice of staying human.

One of the main principles of our approach is internal rather than external: Take Care. We should take care of ourselves, be mindful in our work, and also take care of our learners. It serves as a reminder that we have a responsibility to various stakeholders and to the content itself. To learn more about our working process, consider subscribing to our channels and newsletter. This year, we have exciting plans to begin sharing our methodologies more widely. Stay tuned: https://buff.ly/49nYazV

2024 is shaping up to be an incredible year of growth and impact for The Ubuntu Lab, the moment where we turn everything we've learned in a decade of research and practice towards our ambitious goal of 100 spaces in 100 cities in the next decade. And we are growing our team. If you, or someone you know, is passionate about building a learning spaces that foster learning, dialogue, and connection then please check out the volunteer openings we have available right now. This is a rare opportunity to build the ground floor with an organization that is as fulfilling to be a part of as it is impactful. https://buff.ly/4bprMyP

Discover how we incorporate Futures Thinking into our teaching and learning approach at The Ubuntu Lab. Join us as we explore the world today and delve into futures-oriented thinking. Dive into the possibilities of tomorrow with us! https://buff.ly/4407DLe