Nathaniel Beckett (He/Him)

Writer and Futurist, Freelance

About Nathaniel Beckett

I am a writer and futurist focussing on the geopolitical impact of political polarisation. I have a solid foundation in geopolitics, foresight, and national security strategy, gained through a Master's degree in International Relations from King's College London and experience in research and convening roles.

I currently serve as a convenor of the Next Generation Foresight Practitioner (NGFP) Peace & Security Hub at the School of International Futures. In this role, I bring together a global network of strategic foresight practitioners working on conflict resolution and peacebuilding. I also lead a Working Group which explores the impact of political polarisation on peace and security globally. Through advocacy, project collaboration, and policy paper co-authoring, we aim to contribute to a more peaceful global future.

I completed my Laidlaw Scholarship at the University of Leeds where I studied Ancient History and Philosophy. My research project was on what impact the UK's membership of the EU has had on the UK's foreign and defence policy.

I'm an accomplished participant in leadership training programs like the Laidlaw Scholarship and Mentora Youth Changemaker Fellowship.

I am a/an:

Alum: Undergraduate Leadership & Research Programme

University

University of Leeds

Laidlaw Cohort Year

2020

Research Topic

History International Relations Politics Warfare & Defence

Area of Expertise

Humanities Politics

I am from:

United Kingdom

My hobbies/interests are:

Music Nature & environment Swimming

Intro Content

My Interview with Sir Roderic Lyne on Leadership

Here's my interview with Sir Roderic Lyne, a former British Ambassador to Russia and Foreign Affairs Advisor to the Prime Minister. Roderic shares insights from his experience leading large organisations in the Civil Service and beyond.

Influencer Of

Topics

Channels contributed to:

News & Events Leadership

Rooms participated in:

Columbia University