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Sustainable Futures Forum is a dynamic space for individuals, groups, businesses and professionals to learn, collaborate, and take meaningful action on sustainability

Whether you’re just starting to explore the issues, looking for ways to contribute, or already working on your own projects and seeking support – our free events are open to everyone.   

Our mission is help you find a way to apply your unique passions, skills, and experience to contribute to meaningful community and global sustainability impact…and to do it in the company and with the support of great local people around you!

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How you can get involved


We host a variety of different events and programmes in different locations, each with different focuses – however all align with the same aims and values to provide the local community with the following opportunities;

Discover what’s happening locally and learn from change makers 

Learn about local sustainability initiatives, projects, and opportunities – and insights from the people making them happen.

Develop your own ideas and projects

Whether you have a new idea or well established project, group or business – we provide space and support to ‘incubate’ and develop your next steps

Connect with like-minded people

Find partners, collaborators, and mentors who share your passion, and who you may be able to work together with to create greater impact

Take meaningful action

We both deliver and signpost to support programmes and funding opportunities, to help you take practical, achievable and collaborative action. 

Meet our core team


The Sustainable Futures Forum is community led, with the support of Folkestone & Hythe District Council – as part of their role and commitment to nurture and support local community action and solutions.  Events are co-designed by and for the community, with the collaboration and backing of local leaders.


Liù Batchelor

Founder, Curator and Host – Local Resident and Business Owner


James Wilderspin

Climate Change Specialist – Folkestone & Hythe District Council


Stephen Scoffham

Cabinet Member for the Climate, Environment, Biodiversity – Folkestone & Hythe District Council

FAQs

Are events free to attend?

Yes, all events and programmes are free to attend.

Do I need to join or sign up as a member?

No, anyone can just turn up and attend at any time – be that just to a one-off or to regular events.  However, to help us keep track of event capacity and can keep you updated with arrival info, we ask that you do reserve yourself a free ticket for the specific event you wish to attend. 

If however you’d like to stay updated on future events, please feel free to sign up to the mailing list via the contact page, and/or follow up on social media

Can businesses get involved?

Absolutely! Whether you’re a small business or a large organisation, you can get involved by participating in events, partnering with local groups, or sharing your expertise.

Do I need prior experience in sustainability?

Not at all! Whether you’re just starting to explore sustainability or you’re an experienced professional, everyone is welcome.

Where are your events held?

Events are hosted locally in a variety of different venues in the Folkestone & Hythe district.  Please check specific event listing for venue details.  Occasionally, some workshops and programmes are hosted online. 

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