Fellowship Programme

Transforming Society Through Exceptional Ideas

Hawkwood Centre for Future Thinking is a leading nonprofit dedicated to nurturing driven individuals to make a transformative impact on our society.

Our research and fellowship initiative addresses the most pressing issues of our time. We support a selection of cross-sector fellows, empowering them to drive positive change.

With over 70 years of pioneering new ideas, we are committed to supporting visionaries with exceptional concepts. Our Fellowship Programme serves as a hub for cross-genre Systems Thinking, bringing together experts from various backgrounds. Through our 12-month Fellowships, we support research and work that aims to transform our world, covering subjects such as Futures Thinking, Climate Change Mitigation, Creativity, and Peace.

We are currently in need of the support of donors to continue our Fellowship Programme. Please consider making a donation today.

Hawkwood Fellows

Tim Davies

Ethical AI

Cindy Forde

Climate & Education

Jeremy Chapman

New Financial Systems

Penny Hay

Imagination & Futures

Soumik Datta

Creativity

Phoebe-Tickell

Moral Imagination

Hawkwood: A Hub of Innovation

Nestled in the idyllic Gloucestershire countryside near Stroud, Hawkwood is a beacon of future-focused ideas. Our unique cultural idea gathers serious thinkers, changemakers, systems experts, and artists from diverse sectors to catalyse genuine, inclusive change.

Collaborative Development

At Hawkwood, we believe in multidisciplinary praxis and collaboration. Fellows benefit from an enriching environment where they work together, share ideas, and support one another's growth. Our commitment to inclusivity and equality fosters a rich and integral fellowship scheme that sparks new systems-thinking projects both locally and globally.

Nurturing Impactful Change

The results of our Fellowship Programme go beyond research papers and reports. Fellows emerge with new ideas, initiatives, and even businesses, trialling concepts that address societal challenges head-on. Their work reaches wider audiences through our platforms and events, contributing to a larger conversation on positive systems change.

Guiding Transformative Endeavors

Led by an experienced board and CEO Alicia Carey, Hawkwood's leadership is committed to driving innovation and excellence. Alicia's vast connections in the sector, coupled with her passion for organisational development, ensure that the fellowship experience is nothing short of extraordinary.

"During every visit, I feel alive at Hawkwood, surrounded by my peers, supported by the kind venue staff, their nutritious meals, generosity and openness. It is a privilege to be nestled deep in nature, far from the bustle of city life to focus purely - on creativity and collaboration. Over the last two years, delivering my commissions - from British Council, Southbank Centre, BBC Singers, various COP26-related activities and music-led, refugee awareness programmes - would not have been possible without the generosity of the Hawkwood team."

- Soumik Datta

Empower the Leaders of Tomorrow

Support Our Fellowship Programme Today

Ready to get involved? We are currently seeking support to fund our Fellowship Programme so we can continue to empower the exceptional visionaries and future thinkers. If you wish to be part of this transformational journey, please click below to donate today or email Alicia Carey for more information.

Monthly Donation - "Friends of Hawkwood"

Make a lasting impact by becoming a Hawkwood Friend. Your monthly donation will help us sustain Hawkwood year-round. We have ambitious plans for our future but can’t do it alone. We need the help of everyone who cares about the good we do to support us.

£25 – Your gift could help support our biodynamic gardens and ensure the continued use of local, organic produce in our meals.

£75 – Your gift could help us maintain our rooms with eco-friendly materials, keeping them fresh and welcoming, while upholding our commitment to sustainability.

£125 – Your gift could help support our bursary programme, artist residency programme or fellowship programme ensuring that our mission of accessibility and inclusion is reflected throughout our work.

Join us as a Friend and know that you are making a direct contribution to the future of Hawkwood.

Join Our Community of Innovators

Every year Hawkwood welcomes thousands of people from all over the world, hosting cultural courses, events, and residencies for artists and changemakers. Our reach extends through online initiatives, podcasts, and action labs, connecting forward-thinking leaders globally. As a place-based organisation with esteemed partners like Good Energy, Triodos Bank, and Friends of the Earth, Hawkwood is a melting pot of creativity and collaboration.