Who We Are

United Future is an open, informal think tank network of 100+ people and organizations from various cultural and professional backgrounds, facilitated by a foundation registered in the Netherlands. We build consensus to upscale and implement proven solutions for international sustainable development, measured a.o. through the United Nations' (UN) Sustainable Development Goals.

The initiative for this think tank network was created by a group of former employees of the UN and other international organizations, following the news in May 2025 that the progress of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals is off track. This marks increasing concerns about the conditions of peace, people and planet, worldwide.

The Network

Everyone can join this informal network and contribute their ideas towards the five themes. Individuals and organizations are all welcome. We are a grassroots initiative focused on building consensus within existing institutions. Through cultural and professional variety, the network provides a place for inclusive ideas. In 2026, we are preparing infrastructure to make it easier to exchange ideas with a large network of people across countries and different languages.

Through the form below, you can connect with us about exchanging ideas and about possible partnerships for your organization.

In April 2026, we are particularly interested in exchanging insights with partners in academia and international sustainable development organizations.

The Foundation

United Future Foundation (official name: Stichting United Future, Dutch version of a foundation), is a non-profit foundation, registered in the Netherlands. It is the primary institution facilitating the operations of the Think Tank Network and connecting the people and organizations involved. This foundation was created for multiple reasons: to provide more resources for the Network, and to keep such resources centrally available to the network for continuity.

Stichting United Future is an independent social organization and is in no way affiliated with, recognized by, or part of any international or intergovernmental organization such as the United Nations or United Way Worldwide.