Townhall Foundation
2010 Fall Ideas Forum
On September 8, 2010, Townhall Foundation welcomed world-renown author, architect and sustainabilty expert Bill McDonough to Laguna Beach for our 2010 Fall Ideas Forum. More than 140 attended the event, hosted by the Laguna Art Museum.
Ideas Forum
Townhall Foundation provides an open forum for people to gather, ask questions and broaden their understanding of the challenges surrounding issues such as human rights, finance, economically intelligent architecture, design, peace and democracy. The foundation has focused on smaller groups, often in a workshop format, gathering high profile business leaders to engage in a dialogue about "important ideas that influence our society".
Our Objectives
- Engage our community in ideas that matter
- Work to shape a compelling, profound discussion
- Foster local involvement and empowerment
- Host stimulating events from which attendees are enriched
Previous Forums
Townhall Foundation partners with local and international organizations and experts around the world to try and enhance the overall culture and vitality of, and level of discourse within, our community. The point is to choose a particular issue, get some of the best thinking available and improve the understanding on it.
Past Events
September 8, 2010
Townhall Foundation welcomed world-renown author, architect and sustainabilty expert Bill McDonough to Laguna Beach for our 2010 Fall Ideas Forum. The intiatives and issues presented will provided opportunities and innovations for change.
Watch the Video Clip From this Event
October 28, 2009
Paul Van Zyl, a native South African who is Executive Vice President of the International Center for Transitional Justice, helped develop the truth and reconciliation process in South Africa. At our Fall event, he gives his viewpoint on why torture or enhanced interrogation is wrong for any country, including the U.S.