Beyond Futures: Creating Inclusive Communities

The University of Wolverhampton is hosting a landmark event as part of the Beyond Futures Festival 2025:

This in-person event brings together thought leaders, researchers, policymakers, and community advocates to explore how inclusive communities can be built through collaboration, partnership, and community engagement.

Event Highlights

The day will open with registration and refreshments, followed by a welcome address and a keynote session from Professor Patrick Vernon OBE, exploring “Beyond the System: Leadership, Inequality, and Co-Creation with Communities.”

The programme continues with a collaborative research and knowledge exchange case study, showcasing the partnership between Wolverhampton City of Youth Culture and the University of Wolverhampton.

A panel discussion chaired by Professor Laura Caulfield will then bring together a diverse group of voices, including:

• John Denley, Director of Public Health, City of Wolverhampton Council

• Keshena Bowie, Community Research Manager, Birmingham Voluntary Service Council

• Professor Patrick Vernon, University of Wolverhampton

• Sapreena Kumari, Co-President, Asian Business Chamber of Commerce

• Warinder Juss MP, Wolverhampton West

  

Networking & Exhibitions

The event concludes with a networking lunch, exhibitions, and courtyard talks (12:00–13:40), offering hands-on engagement with projects across the region. Themes will include Inclusive Communities, Health & Medicine, Sports Science, Education, and Community Impact, with real-world examples of how collaboration can shape a fairer future.

Event Details:

📅 Date & Time: Thursday, September 11, 2025 · 9:00am – 1:45pm (GMT+1)
📍 Location: University of Wolverhampton, Millennium City Building, City Campus (Wulfruna Street, Wolverhampton WV1 1LY, UK)

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