In this brief talk, Charlotte Kemp argues that agendas are not neutral lists but instruments of power that shape what an institution deems important. She highlights that the person who sets the agenda determines which issues receive attention, while minute‑takers and the approval of previous minutes reinforce that control. Kemp points out that time is a scarce resource in organizations, and the allocation of agenda time can marginalize certain groups by cutting their issues short or postponing them indefinitely. She explains how agendas can be used deliberately to frame issues, either amplifying or silencing voices. Linking this to the practice of foresight, Kemp contends that looking toward the future is less about prediction and more about reclaiming agency over time, urging listeners to deliberately place future‑oriented topics on the agenda to counter imposed urgency.
