The Transatlantic Network 2020 is a network for action which brings together young influencers from business, civil society, the arts, science and media to revitalise transatlantic and global links for the future. Importantly, TN2020 reflects the changing demographics, ideologies and dynamics of Europe and North America.   

TN2020 is now accepting applications for a new group of members to join the network.  Accepted applicants will become full members of TN2020, which includes participation in the upcoming TN2020 Summit to be held in Chicago, USA in June 2010.

Who Are The TN2020 Members?

The network currently features 100 members from 21 different countries across the two continents.  

Incredibly successful and networked in their own right, they recognise the value of multilateral collaboration and are eager to work globally to create positive social change.  

Many of the members of TN2020 are already established in their fields – ranging from an LAPD cop focused on gang violence prevention to the 2007 British Female Inventor of the Year, and from a Kosovo activist in post-war civil society projects to the youngest elected member of the Welsh Assembly.  

TN2020 members are selected on an annual basis via an open application process as well as through the programme’s extensive network of partners.  

How Does TN2020 Work?

TN2020 achieves its goals through a three step process:  

Discover – Identifying individuals who reflect 21st century shifts in demographics, power and communication, and engaging them in TN2020.

Connect – Providing immersive, shared experiences that allow the members to learn from and better understand each other and build purposeful connections.  

Activate – Supporting the members on collaborative efforts which address areas of common interest.  

What are The TN2020 Target Areas?

Current members are working on projects falling under three focus areas.  They are:

			Sustainable Living
			Building Resilience in Communities
			Creativity & Innovation – Sharing Know-How

Partner support will allow TN2020 projects to be fully realised.  

TN2020 at a Glance

			A network programme that leads to action
			A diverse group of members from differing backgrounds, professional sectors and perspectives
			A multilateral programme – members from 21 different countries in Europe and North America
			An incubator for new, cooperative ideas, led by the interests of its members
			Committed to the use of social networking tools and digital technology to facilitate collaboration

Find out more at www.britishcouncil.org/tn2020.htm.