What is 20:20?
20:20 is Common Purpose's programme that brings together senior leaders from across the UK. It provides the cross-sector group of senior decision-makers with a wide-angle view of the way the UK works, where it sits in an international context and what its long-term future holds.
What happens on the programme?
20:20 has two central themes: governance and wealth creation. These are explored using speakers, case studies, debate and team-based tasks. The programme is demanding and highly participatory.
Through briefings from top-level businesspeople, politicians, civil servants and economists, the participant group assesses the economic, political, technological and social trends that will shape the UK in years to come.
What are the benefits?
Participants have the opportunity to:
- evaluate their strategies in the European and global context
- develop their understanding of the workings of government, equipping them to work with and influence the decision-making process more effectively
- expand their horizons and develop their strategic thinking by honing their understanding of international trends
- generate new ideas that will take their organisations and communities forward
- learn about the implications of managing diversity in the light of demographic changes and increasing globalisation
- stand back from the day-to-day and consider the long-term, reducing the risk of getting derailed by the unexpected.
Where and when is 20:20 held?
20:20 is a five-day residential programme. This high-level programme is held just twice a year.
The 20:20 week includes days in both London and Brussels visiting key institutions in the cities and examining how they operate and who holds power.
The dates for the 2009 programme are:
Monday 16 March to Friday 20 March 2009
Find a programme in your area here.
How much does it cost?
The fee is £5,750 + VAT which includes the week's accommodation, food, programme materials and travel during the week to and from London and Brussels.
Ability to pay is not one of the selection criteria and each programme maintains a bursary fund to cover the costs of those who are genuinely unable to meet the full fee. However, every participant is asked to make a contribution.
If you would like to apply for a bursary, please fill in the section of the form for bursary candidates. If you need to discuss this further, please contact us.
Common Purpose Plus - Everyone who has completed a Common Purpose programme qualifies for a special discount, up to a maximum of 20%, on any programme, regardless of length. Please notify us that you wish to claim a Common Purpose Plus discount in the 'Financial assistance' section of your application.
How do I apply?
Apply online here and choose the programme and location you want.
Or download the Programme Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form.
Application forms are submitted to the local Advisory Group. The Advisory Group comprises individuals with experience across all sectors in the programme's geographical area. All are members in their own right, not representatives of their organisations or communities. Advisory Groups make decisions on whether an applicant demonstrates that they fulfil the application criteria.
We value diversity and constantly strive to provide equality of opportunity in the provision and delivery of all our activities. We encourage applications from all sections of the community and are working hard to ensure that our services meet the requirements of people with disabilities. More...
Email 2020@commonpurpose.org.uk if you have any further queries.
