Insights that Drive Action
Critical Insights
Stay ahead of the curve with concise intelligence on the forces shaping associations, industries, and society. Each driver explores forecasts, trends, and challenges that will redefine how associations deliver on their missions—helping leaders test assumptions, refine strategy, and plan with confidence.
What are Drivers of Change?
A driver of change is a convergence of trends or a forecast likely to reshape systems and create lasting impact. Each driver is researched by futurists at Foresight Alliance and validated by the ForesightWorks Advisory Group to ensure its relevance to the association community.
Why Foresight Matters for Associations
Associations operate in a rapidly changing world. The ForesightWorks Drivers of Change help leaders anticipate disruption, identify opportunity, and adapt strategies before challenges emerge.
Fall 2025 Updates
New Driver of Change
- Truth Under Pressure – Explore how polarization and competing information ecosystems are putting truth—and the institutions that uphold it—under strain, challenging associations to protect credibility and trust.
Updated Drivers of Change
- China’s Expanding Global Influence (formerly China’s World)
- Global Power Shifts
- The Market-Driven Climate Economy (formerly Climate Change Mitigation)
- The People-Automation Dynamic (formerly More Human Humans)
- The Shifting Inclusion Imperative (formerly Diversity Equity and Inclusion)
Now Available for a la Carte Purchase in the ASAE Marketplace
- Truth Under Pressure (2025 release)
- Energy Systems in Transition (2025 release)
- Private Equity Reshaping Industries (2025 release)
- Just the Updates Fall 2025 Collection
Explore the Six Thematic Areas
Six Lenses on the Future
About the Action Briefs
Actionable Foresight for Association Leaders: Each driver of change is presented in a four-page action brief that includes:
- Key forecasts and uncertainties
- Supporting trends
- Strategic insights
- Actionable ideas for associations
These briefs help association leaders anticipate shifts and proactively navigate emerging opportunities and risks.
Helpful Resources
- ASAE ForesightWorks Essentials Collection – Formerly the Complete Collection, this set includes all previously released action briefs (through 2024) and a user’s guide.
- Why Associations Need Foresight, A ForesightWorks Research Brief – Introduces the program and offers guidance on applying foresight insights within your organization.
How to Use These Insights
Put Foresight to Work. Use ForesightWorks Drivers of Change to:
- Start conversations with your board or staff
- Inform strategic plans or scenario exercises
- Identify future-focused opportunities for members
- Strengthen resilience and relevance in a changing world