Shared Prosperity

In a world of unprecedented wealth, billions still live without access to basic needs, opportunity, or the chance to flourish. Prosperity is not simply about economic growth—it is about who benefits, who is left behind, and what kind of systems we build to ensure that opportunity and wellbeing are genuinely available to all. This thread invites students to examine the structures, policies, and values that shape how resources, power, and opportunity are distributed across societies. It challenges students to move beyond narrow economic metrics and develop holistic views of what it means to thrive—ones that account for social wellbeing, environmental sustainability, and the dignity of every person. Students will explore the forces that drive inequality and exclusion, while examining the innovations, policies, and community-led initiatives working to reshape systems for greater equity. From local living-wage campaigns to global trade frameworks, this thread equips students to think critically and act creatively in building more just and inclusive economies—recognising that shared prosperity is not a gift to be bestowed, but a set of conditions to be actively constructed.