What about Chaos? The Kaos pilot...

The Kaos Pilots originated in 1991 in Aarhus, Denmark's second largest city. This innovative school evolved from a local youth initiative called the Front Runners, who were committed to devising cultural projects that addressed pressing social issues. Their pioneering efforts in social entrepreneurship set the stage for what was to come.

Under the leadership of project leader and director Uffe Elbaek, and building on years of experience in cultural project development, the concept of a new type of school was formulated. This institution would equip students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and experiences to excel in social entrepreneurship, encapsulated under the banner of “Kaos Pilot Values.” Thus, the foundation of the Kaos Pilots was laid.

As time passed, the Kaos Pilots garnered support from major corporations like Apple, Lego, and Carlsberg. Today, it is funded through various sources, including the Danish government, its own consulting arm, KaosWorks, and the tuition fees of its students. The school's reputation is primarily spread by its own community—students and alumni who actively participate in projects worldwide and share their experiences and the impact of their education. This organic spread of information is bolstered by coverage in international media outlets such as Fast Company, Ode Magazine, and BusinessWeek, which have played a role in drawing potential students to seek more information on their website, contact current students, or apply through www.kaospilot.dk.

The Kaos pilots operate based on six values

  • Streetwise: Being streetwise means being practical, resourceful, and adept at navigating different social and professional environments. It involves being able to adapt and take advantage of the opportunities available in one's immediate surroundings.
  • Balance: This value emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balance between work, personal life, and other interests. It also involves finding a balance between different stakeholders in a project and managing resources effectively.
  • Compassion: Compassion is essential for understanding the needs and perspectives of other individuals. It is crucial for building sustainable relationships and for working effectively in teams and with communities.
  • Real World: The value of being grounded in reality means that theory and practice go hand in hand. Ensuring that education and projects are directly linked to real-world problems and situations is important for creating relevant and effective work.
  • Playful: Being playful underscores the importance of creativity and innovation in learning and project management. It involves experimenting and exploring new ideas without fear of failure, which is central to creative processes.
  • Risktaking: Taking risks is a natural part of entrepreneurship and project management. It involves daring to explore unknown territories, testing new ideas, and initiating projects despite uncertainty about the outcome.

Who is a Kaos Pilot?

A kaos pilot is a person trained to lead and manage complex and changing situations in business and community projects. The term "kaos pilot" often refers to a creative leadership program at the Kaospilot school in Denmark, but the concept is also used more broadly to describe individuals who are skilled at navigating chaos and disorder, regardless of their formal education.

What about children ? Can we get children to learn to become pilots?

Yes, you can definitely adapt the principles from a chaos pilot training to children's education and development, although it needs to be done with consideration for the children's age and maturity level. Such an adaptation would focus on fostering creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability—skills that are valuable throughout life.

Here are some ways in which concepts from a chaos pilot training can be integrated into children's learning:

  1. Creative Projects: Provide children with opportunities to work on projects where they can explore and express their ideas in creative ways. This can include art, music, theater, and more structured scientific projects.

  2. Problem-Solving: Encourage activities that require critical thinking and problem-solving. This can be done through games, puzzles, and group activities that challenge children with different tasks.

  3. Teamwork: Teach children the importance of collaboration and how to work effectively with others. Group discussions, sports, and group-based exploratory activities can be very beneficial.

  4. Adaptability: Encourage children to adapt to changing circumstances and to be flexible in their thinking. This can be promoted by varying routines and providing new and unexpected situations where children need to rethink and adapt.

  5. Leadership Skills: Provide children with opportunities to take on leadership roles in activities, which helps them develop leadership skills and confidence.

By integrating these elements into children's education, you can help them develop important skills and qualities that promote a lifelong ability to innovate and effectively handle complex situations.

What is Kaospilot Youth?

Our Learning Community

The foundation of Kaospilot Youth is built upon a mix of old and new experiences and values within the organization. When doing work we bring about a variety of resources in terms of people, tools, and skills from our learning community tailored to the intentions, goals, and visions of the relevant contexts and challenges we are working with.

The core Kaospilot Youth team consists of alumni, staff, students, and external partners. Kaospilot Youth is part of the commercial department at Kaospilot with a specific focus on youth and education. Kaospilot youth is not one project, but many different projects and courses customized to the people it seeks to serve.

Typical me! (part I)

Chaos and Creativity: Behind the Scenes

Throughout my years in cultural events, especially within the music industry, I've had the privilege to work with some of my biggest idols and visit places I could only dream of. It's been a journey filled with encounters with fascinating people and opportunities to create something unique.
A recurring theme in my work is the principle of "Action & Consequence"
– a cycle of creative actions followed by their inevitable outcomes.

A memorable project from the late 90s involved a challenge that demanded meticulous planning and creative problem-solving. I was tasked with blackout lighting a large concert hall, including its extensive glass partitions, not to create darkness inside, but to transform the interior of the building for a film shoot. This required more than just technical skill; it demanded
a creative vision.

As a chaos pilot, I see projects not just for their end product but as
a collection of parts needing to be pieced together from start to finish.
With pen and paper in hand, I stood outside the building for three days, conducting my research and walking around the structure repeatedly to ensure my plan was feasible. The project's specific requirements included using blackout fabric that could be hung in large drapes and protected against potential rain.

On the day of the shoot, which began at 8:00 a.m., everything was prepared. A reliable team, carefully chosen and well-known to me, had assembled as early as 3:00 a.m. With dawn as our work lighting, and with the help of
a person crane to reach the highest points, we had complete control over the setup. By midday, the filming of the planned scenes was complete, and dismantling could begin. By 3:00 p.m., everything was packed and ready.

The director Billy August stopped by to personally thank my team for our efforts. He expressed his admiration for our ability to communicate effectively and for the calm and confidence we exuded during the project. For me, this underscores how important meticulous preparation and clear communication are in all projects. In a world of creative challenges, these qualities are crucial for transforming chaos into art.

 

 

Gothenburg Concert Hall Experience the concert magic. Welcome to Gothenburg Concert Hall – a gem of functionalism on Götaplatsen square that has enchanted music lovers since 1935!

Bille August, born 9 November 1948 in Brede near Copenhagen, is a Danish director, cinematographer and screenwriter. In 1988 he won the Oscar for best foreign film, for his Pelle the Conqueror (1987).

Swedish composer/conductor Martin and concertmaster Barbara fall in love. After their divorces, they're happily married. While composing an opera, Martin is diagnosed with Alzheimer's. It slowly changes him.