10/07/2026
The students understood the situation very well.
They were already thinking about questions such as:
Will what we are learning today still be relevant by the time we graduate?
How will technology change the role of people in the next 10 years?
How will climate change affect the way we live and work?
What will an ageing society mean for our future?
They clearly understand the challenges. What they were less certain about was how we might respond to them.
During the workshop, we explored possible solutions at both the individual and wider societal level. Some students wanted to be part of the technological evolution and develop the skills needed to contribute to it. Others explored ideas such as creating communities for people who still value handmade products and human craftsmanship.
We also discussed potential new business ideas, future careers, and what governments could do to help people prepare for these changes.
We were genuinely inspired by how engaged and tuned in the students were. Perhaps it should not be surprising—these changes will directly affect their lives and futures.
This workshop is part of a series by SideKick to encourage students to think about the future of jobs and share their ideas through short-form videos as part of the Thailand Young Economist Contest 2026, in partnership with the World Bank, Citi and YGG.
https://www.worldbank.org/en/events/2026/07/13/thailand-young-economist-contest-2026
Thank you to the Chonburi school network and Sammuk Christian Academy for hosting us for this round.