Unlocking System Transitions
Josephine Sassen-van Meer is currently the Scientific Lead for the System Innovation program at TNO in the Netherlands. With a background in Cognitive Psychology, and expertise in mental resilience, she has devoted her scientific career to systems thinking and transdisciplinary collaboration. Specifically, she aims her efforts at building bridges between the theory and practice of systemic approaches to our grand societal challenges.
In this session, which took place in April 2025, Josephine shares her work on the development of the “Unlock System Transitions” methodology, a powerful blend of systemic approaches designed to unlock deep understanding of complex societal challenges while fostering the competencies needed for effective collaboration across disciplines. Her methodology is already being used by ministries, municipalities, knowledge institutes, and universities, with ongoing development to enhance its impact.
