Evgenia Shaburnikova, Project Coordinator of the Theosophy Fund, has joined the expert pool of the Agency for Strategic Initiatives (ASI) for the Strong Ideas for New Times 2026 Forum. Her status as an expert was confirmed by a decision of the organizing committee and involves participation in the analytical evaluation of initiatives submitted by participants from across the country.

In the course of her expert work, the Theosophy Fund's representative analyzed more than 160 projects spanning a broad range of socioeconomic and technological fields. Among the areas reviewed were projects in social development, the digitalization of state and municipal services, and the deployment of artificial intelligence systems, as well as initiatives for the revival of small towns, the modernization of infrastructure, and the transformation of the educational environment. Particular attention was given to finding a balance between objectivity of assessment and the need to support promising developments aligned with national priorities.

The key event of the forum will be the in-person session scheduled for August 27–28, 2026, in Nizhny Novgorod. Participation is expected from President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, as well as from representatives of federal government bodies, the business community, nonprofit organizations, and educational and cultural institutions. The forum is intended to bring together thought leaders and developers to work out joint solutions that will contribute to achieving the country's strategic development goals.

The Theosophy Fund's Project Coordinator received a personal invitation from an adviser to the President of the Russian Federation, which reflects a high level of confidence in the fund's expertise and recognition of its contribution to expert and analytical work. Participation in the forum allows the fund's representative not only to evaluate incoming ideas but also to directly influence the shaping of concepts that will form the basis for innovative changes across various industries.

Thus, the work of the Theosophy Fund's coordinator within ASI becomes part of a living mechanism for selecting and supporting initiatives capable of transforming existing approaches and advancing the implementation of long-term national projects.