Teams consisting of four-six students are encouraged to work on two topics, one per semester. A student works individually rather than as a member of a team. Check with the affiliate director of your respective program for additional information on individual competition. A community problem is a problem that exists within the school, local community, region, state or nation. Implementation of the action plan is included in this component.
Teams move from hypothetical issues to real world, authenic concerns.
The top Community Problem Solving Team projects are invited to the FPSP International Conference in June. The first place winner in each affiliate program is invited to the FPSP International Conference. Additionally, each affiliate director may submit its top three essays to the International Scenario Writing Competition. If you would like additional information on participating in the Future Problem Solving Program in your area, please contact your Affiliate Director as found on the U.S. and Foreign Programs page.