THE CONFERENCE

Vision of The Bold New Normal

The materialisation of a bold new Africa where self-actualisation and prosperity are possible because the right opportunities are created for all to thrive and not merely survive.

It is a new normal because it will mean that mindsets have shifted, and the current status quo for Africa is no longer accepted. It is bold because it will require a fundamental shift in how we view ourselves and each other collectively. It is a place where each person has a real opportunity to realize their potential. It is an Africa where we are proud of what we see around us every day!

The bold new normal Africa is food secure; no one goes to bed hungry. She delivers high quality education to all children. High quality healthcare covers everyone in a combination of traditional and western medicine. Industries are thriving and Africans prefer their own goods and services so every adult able to work is gainfully employed.

It is the Africa where countries trade with each other and stand together as a collective block with the strength to articulate what is in its interest.

In this Africa there are no street children. All children are happily enjoying their childhood. The disadvantaged in society receive justice: fair support and care.

The societies have transparent accountable inclusive leaders who empathetically prioritize the needs of the people and thus set an example for all citizens to emulate. They serve with love and humility.

Lucy Quist’s vision of The Bold New Normal Conference is centred on engaging changemakers across the world to lead the charge in taking action to create equitable prosperity.

Lucy is embarking on the third annual Bold New Normal Conference. The conference is the foremost platform for changemakers to gather and engage in bold conversations about their lives, communities, countries and continent.

The conference will continue to actively participate in shaping conversations and co-creating an economically empowered continent that supports the ambitions of its people.

Our pledge for this conference is to each create an action plan and start taking action in order to create our own prosperity.