The Metropolis of Tomorrow
How will we relate to each other in the Metropolis of Tomorrow? Who will take ownership? What is our influence as residents? How are we going to work together differently? Where will it hurt and who will feel that pain?
Bold choices are needed to shape the region, where every resident matters. This will take everyone’s energy and brain power.
It is time to look and act differently, by rethinking and engaging with all stakeholders. It sounds simple, but it requires a big change from academia, government, civil society organisations and businesses.


Look differently?
We want to be a region of inclusive prosperity – a region where work and life are good for everyone. Making the choices needed to achieve this requires boldness and courage. When we break down the barriers between governments, businesses, social partners and academia, there will be a better balance between growth and liveability.
Looking differently also means rethinking things. Looking at problems and possible solutions from new angles. Looking together with the people involved, who take a different approach than the usual. Especially when that is difficult.
Act differently?
Acting differently means getting started differently. Making choices and decisions, in partnership with all stakeholders. Choices aimed at achieving prosperity for all.
Social initiatives deserve more space, trust and support from both governments and businesses. With the government taking mostly a facilitating role.

Interviews and background
It is time for a new perspective. A fundamentally different way of working together, based on inclusive prosperity. That calls for bold choices and innovation.
Read interviews with partners about Look differently, act differently What’s their take on this?

Examples of what is needed and possible for the Metropolis of Tomorrow

How they see it…
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