Download the PDF: Becoming a Global Eco-Civilization
This is a paper that I wrote after being invited to China in 2013 to give a presentation on the theme of a “global eco-civilization” at a major, international conference sponsored by China. After the Chinese censors read the paper I was inexplicably dis-invited from the conference—perhaps because of my call for an “Earth-Voice” movement that transcends the gridlock of nation-state bureaucracies.

Download the PDF: Self-Guiding Evolution of Civilizations

A long article by Duane for the Systems Research and Behavioral Science Journal.
Because the impact of humanity is now global, we are challenged to become reflective at this scale if we are to be choiceful about our common future. The vehicle of collective attention at a civilizational scale is the mass media, particularly broadcast television. If civilizations are to become self-guiding in their evolution, then it is vital for the public to mobilize the airwaves, already owned by the public, on behalf of the public interest.

Download the PDF: Transformational Philanthropy.

A report co-authored by Duane and Elizabeth Share. This report summarizes two years of inquiry regarding the creative role of philanthropy in responding to our rapidly changing world. Can we find trusted ways of identifying and supporting “transformational initiatives” for a more sustainable, just, and compassionate future?

Download the PDF:  The Breaking Point

“The Breaking Point” An interview with Duane Elgin by Carter Phipps for What is Enlightenment? Magazine, Spring/Summer 2001

My first exposure to Duane Elgin’s work was, in a word, frightening. I picked up his new book, Promise Ahead: A Vision of Hope and Action for Humanity’s Future, and began reading the first few chapters only to run headlong into a very cogent, very clear, and very devastating description of the state of our embattled world. What I did not know at the time is that Elgin is a profound optimist. In fact, Promise Ahead, like all of his work, is infused with a positive vision of the future, born of someone who obviously has great faith in the possibility and promise of the human endeavor.

Download the PDF: Global Consciousness Change.

A report authored by Duane with Coleen LeDrew Elgin that brings together, for the first time, major global and U.S. surveys that reveal a discernible shift in consciousness toward a more reflective, living-systems perspective. Countervailing trends were also noted in each major section. Includes a guide for group dialogue and study.

Download the PDF: Collective Consciousness and Cultural Healing

A report by Duane that explores the scientific foundations, evolutionary implications, and psychological expressions of collective consciousness—from the scale of personal relationships to that of the planet. With a concern for cultural healing throughout, the report includes excerpts from interviews with 18 leaders and visionaries on this theme.

Download the PDF: The Limits to the Management of Large, Complex Systems

An article co-authored with Robert Bushnell, Jr., and published in The Futurist magazine that explores how many bureaucracies are pressing against the limits of our ability to manage systems of great size and complexity. Will these super-systems of stupendous size and complexity break down in the future? This summary article is based on a larger report for SRI International “Limits to the Management of Large, Complex Systems” done for the National Science Foundation and the project, Assessment of Future National and International Problem Areas, 1977, SRI Project 4676.