THe Problem Of Wicked Problems
are issues so inherently complex & interconnected they defy both definition & solution.
They’re characterised by uncertainty, multiple causes, conflicting perspectives and are deeply intertwined within larger systems, making them extremely difficult to isolate or address.
Our most intractable Wicked Problems include:
Climate Change
Involves complex interactions between human activities, natural systems, & global socio-economic factors. It requires addressing issues such as reducing greenhouse emissions, adapting to changing climate & balancing economic growth with sustainability.
Artificial Intelligence
Harnessing potential benefits while addressing ethical, social, & economic challenges, such as algorithmic bias, job displacement, privacy concerns, ensuring human oversight & accountability.
Biodiversity
Habitat destruction, pollution & unsustainable resource use requires developing strategies to conserve ecosystems, protect endangered species, & promote sustainable practices while considering economic development & societal needs.
Urban Planning
transportation, housing, infrastructure, sustainability Balancing competing interests, addressing population growth, & creating liveable cities.
Wicked Problems involve diverse stakeholders with conflicting values and require ongoing learning and adaptation.
Healthcare
Ensuring equitable access involves addressing issues like affordability, availability, & disparities in healthcare services, navigating complex healthcare systems, & finding sustainable ways to provide healthcare to all.
Poverty and Inequality
Deeply interconnected & multifaceted they involve complex social, economic, & political factors that require addressing systemic disparities in income, access to resources, education, healthcare, & social mobility.
