Sustainable Futures Forum
Discover local initiatives, develop your ideas, connect with others, and drive sustainable action and impact in your community
About Sustainable Futures Forum
Do you have a sustainable project or idea?
Or do you want to find out about local initiatives and meet others?
Our mission is create spaces where local people, groups and businesses can find, develop and take action on their ‘ikigai of sustainability’; the place where your unique skills, passion, experience and purpose can have the biggest impact and benefit both locally and globally.
Upcoming 2026 Events
Volunteer & Skills Exchange
Tues 22nd Sept 2026 – 11.30am-2pm, The Green Room, Folkestone
A free, practical event bringing together local professionals, freelancers, and businesses with community groups, charities, and eco projects – to share skills, offer pro bono support, and form lasting volunteer partnerships.
PAST EVENT: Community Sustainability Showcase
Tues 21st April 2026 – 6 – 8pm – South Kent Community Church, Folkestone (opposite Folkestone Central Station)
Meet, get inspired, and get involved with great local green initiatives. An evening of positive stories and networking
The Sustainable Futures Forum is community led, with the support of Folkestone & Hythe District Council – as part of their commitment to support and empower the potential of local people, groups and businesses to provide the biggest and best impact, in and for, their local community.
“It’s about finding your passion and purpose within the sustainability and community space. While also meeting lot’s of amazing people with whom you can take action and have impact.”
Liù Batchelor – Founder and Project Lead
Previous Events
2024 Events Programme
A series of short, regular events and accessible workshops – fostering learning, knowledge sharing and discussion – hosted at EKC Folkestone College.
2023 Events Programme
A 5 month engagement programme of events and workshops, culminating in a ‘TEDx style’ event at the Burlington Hotel.
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