The city is open minded and welcoming
and as a result many people from a
diversity of backgrounds make it their
home.
• The society, institutions and organizations
create an enabling environment
where opportunities are facilitated and
it is easier to get projects going.
• It is a well-connected gateway to and
from the world.
• It is easy to get around, nodes of transport
connect, the system is easy to understand.
• It is intercultural and focuses on what
people share across boundaries, recognizing
difference but seeking out similarities.
• It encourages bridge-builders.
• It acknowledges conflicts and tries to
embrace, manage and negotiate a way
through them.
Talent development & the learning landscape
• Learning and knowledge are highly valued.
• All talents are nurtured, fostered, promoted,
rewarded and celebrated.
• There is a diversity of learning options with
ladders of opportunity that take people up the
levels.
• People of all ages enjoy the challenge of learning
and want to self-improve. Schools connect
with the local community in multiple ways
and share their facilities.
• Universities identify with and are committed
to the city. They open themselves out and contribute
to helping solve urban issues. There is
teaching of core skills as well as centres of excellence
that are globally recognized.
• There is pride in teaching and the education
institutions strive to be the best in their field.
• The constantly evolving curriculum is in tune
with the needs of business.
• This system grows and retains talent, and
there is also a balanced two-way flow of talent
to and from other parts of the