======Searchlight Report: Building a Searchlight Function======
This report summarizes a workshop aimed at establishing a trend scanning enterprise called the "Searchlight" function, which seeks to anticipate future global developments to improve the human condition. The workshop, supported by the Rockefeller Foundation and organized by the Society for International Development, brought together experts from various regions to share knowledge and foster community.  \\ 
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|Report location:  |[[https://foresightfordevelopment.org/sobipro/download-file/46-836/54|source]]   |
|Language:  |English  |
|Publisher:  |<WRAP> 
  * [[encyclopedia:us_sid_society_for_international_development|Society for International Development]]  
  * [[encyclopedia:rockefeller_foundation|Rockefeller Foundation]]  

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|Authors:  | Aidan Eyakuze,  Andre Zaaiman,  Aparajita Agrawal,  Apiwat Ratanawaraha,  Apiwat Ratanawaraha,  Arthur Muliro,  Arthur Muliro,  Ashvin Dayal,  Benjamin Sovacool,  Betty Kibaara,  Charles Onyango-obbo,  Daniel Nengak,  Darryl Jarvis,  Edgar Masatu,  Evan Michelson,  Evan Michelson,  Fernando Prada,  Geci Karuri-sebina,  Geert Lovink,  Gregory Treverton,  Ilmas Futehally,  Ingo Rollwagen,  Ingo Rollwagen,  James Nyoro,  Kai Hong Phua,  Lindsay Clinton,  Mario Bazán,  Natalie Phaholyothin,  Nguyen Thi Phuong Mai,  Okon Akiba,  Pun-arj Chairatana,  Robert Lempert,  Sundeep Waslekar,  Sundeep Waslekar,  Tanja Hichert,  Tran Ngoc Ca, Claudia Juech |
|Geographic focus:  |Africa, Asia, Europe, Americas, Global   |

=====Methods=====
The research method used in the report involves a workshop format where participants from various regions and fields gathered to discuss and share insights on trend monitoring and horizon scanning. The workshop facilitated knowledge exchange, best practices, and community building among practitioners. The report is a compilation of reflections and essays based on the discussions held during the workshop.  \\ 
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=====Key Insights=====
The workshop focused on the "Searchlight" function, which involves systematic trend monitoring and horizon scanning to understand current global conditions and identify potential future pathways. Participants from diverse geographic and professional backgrounds shared insights on methods and topics such as the African Decade, the role of ICTs, and urban resilience. The report includes reflections and essays on these subjects, aiming to integrate foresight into strategic planning and decision-making processes.  \\ 
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