Furkan Akar

Beyond the Horizon (BtH) is an independent next-generation think & do tank in Belgium. BtH aims to promote glocal (global & local) peace and security by its strong in-house capacity and extensive network of partners throughout the world. Its activities include: Research & Analysis – It empowers decision and policymakers and practitioners with data-driven & evidence-based research and analysis. Monitor – It keeps a watchful eye on the globe and crisis zones to bring emerging critical issues to the attention of professionals and the general public. Forum – It serves as a forum for debate on its focus areas by organising different kinds of events. Training & consultancy – It provides world-class training and consultancy services based on its focus areas through Horizon Global Academy. Projects – It develops and employs innovative and sustainable solutions by making a combination of research, innovation and action projects in collaboration with selected partners. Digital solutions – With its in-house capacity Horizon Lab, it transforms its deliverables into data-driven products and enable its activities with digital tools and solutions including Artificial Intelligence. BtH focuses on the following societal challenges and aims to find innovative next-generation solutions: Environment & Climate change Diversity & Inclusion Gender & Equalities Migration & Integration Democracy & Rule of Law Radicalisation & Polarisation Disruptive Technologies