Within the beautiful spectrum of leading positive future visionaries, there is little to no coordination and resource sharing among those who most present ideals of caring for the environment, caring for all people, and creating a new future in which exploitation, conflict, and domination are the exception, not the rule. Much of this is due to their relative newness, lack of collective maturity, and the enormity of the task. Regardless of the contributing factors, the time is now for new and old leaders and visionaries to rapidly "come of age" and show the world what could be possible.

What if the spiritual principles of fundamental interconnectedness and compassion are applied? Suddenly there is no one ultimately to blame.

What if humanity, regardless of social class, could see itself as a young species growing up, possibly with the potential to give birth to something extraordinary, wonderful, and expansive?

Suddenly, forgiveness and reconciliation could become more possible than ever before, and individuals who were formerly in conflict would be able to find ways to work for the common good of all, instead of their own respective agendas. Much depends on whether enough people choose a bright new future for themselves and future generations, or allow the world to continue along an increasingly dangerous course.

As we look at ways to draw people's attention to bring a new world into being, the IOOW-2000 research once again provides a grounding reference for us.