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"Glasgow Changing Futures will combine and strengthen our world-changing activities, providing a framework for our staff, students and partners to contribute their skills and expertise to significant and profound challenges.”  Professor Chris Pearce, Vice-Principal Research & Knowledge Exchange, University of Glasgow

Glasgow Changing Futures (GCF) is the University's commitment to integrating research, innovation, education, partnerships and influence to advance solutions to local, national and global societal challenges. Initially our priority areas for action and focus will be on “Sustainable Futures” and “Healthy and Equitable Futures”.

GCF reflects the aspiration within our community to make a meaningful contribution to a larger cause.

Our ethos

  • GCF will develop impactful solutions to major societal challenges through equitable partnerships built around collaborative creation and delivery.
  • Our approach will ensure that diverse perspectives shape inclusive and sustainable solutions.
  • We will foster a culture of possibility, where diverse perspectives come together and inclusive methodologies are championed.
  • Dialogue and partnerships will be integral to finding impactful solutions.
  • Central to GCF is our commitment to collaboration and innovation to achieve positive change.

Glasgow Changing Futures: The Beginning

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Latest News

Prof Jamie Cross appointed inaugural Director of Glasgow Changing Futures

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 15:19:00 GMT

Jamie is a Professor of Social Anthropology, and has recently joined Glasgow from the University of Edinburgh where he was Director of the Edinburgh Earth Initiative.

Introducing Glasgow Changing Futures

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:29:00 GMT

A message from Professor Chris Pearce, Vice Principal Research & Knowledge Exchange