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This Summit is just right for you if… You are seeking inspiration and hope for the future facing today’s climate crisis. You want to join others in right action by creating hubs of consciousness worldwide. You want to reduce your carbon footprint while connecting with thought leaders worldwide. You have a busy schedule and limited extra time. You believe in the power of community, but you don’t really know where to start building or you want more tools to connect more deeply. You sense at a deep level that solutions are urgently needed to regenerate our planet. You want to join an established network of living laboratories catalysing multidimensional sustainability today.

Can community come together to save the world? Are you looking for inspiration and hope? Would you like to explore ways to regenerate our planet? Join us as we watch an interview with the incredible nature connection and environmental thought leader Joanna Macy as it’s streamed from the global ecovillage network conference. Followed by a short presentation from Extinction Rebellion to learn about this new climate movement that’s rapidly building momentum accross the globe (and NL); learn about their methods, motives and how to get involved. There will also be a chance for other summit event attendees to discuss and share highlights from other interviews.

Conflicts/disagreements exist because of our differences – the differences in our needs, moral values and motivations… Sometimes we connect with each other through these differences, sometimes we come across to each other. There is no problem with the disagreements, in other words “coming across,” the question is what we do with this disagreement. It is important to lead our conflicts, because either we love them or not they require our energy. In fact we spend most of our energy and attention on unsolved conflicts. Probably all of us have experienced how tiring an unsolved conflict is. It is not always easy to solve the problem, but when we do it gives us big energy. It requires an ability to solve conflicts. In this practice we will start on the definition and dynamics of conflicts/disagreements, and helpful attitudes to solve them. PLACE: Earth Association Kadikoy,Istanbul (Yeryuzu Dernegi) DATE: 03 MARCH 2018

En el curso estudiaremos y practicaremos todo lo necesario para poder construir uno mismo su casa: principios, materiales, herramientas, etc. Temas: • La ecología en la construcción. • Arquitectura bioclimática: Diseño, elementos bioclimáticos, etc • Las casas de balas de paja. • Cubiertas verdes. • El Proyecto de tu casa. Cómo hacer un diseño adecuado. • Qué se necesita y cuánto cuesta. • Proceso de construcción por fases: cimentación, estructura, cubierta, cerramientos, revoco, instalaciones, etc. • PRÁCTICAS en una construcción de paja. Se irán trabajando las partes fundamentales de la construcción en práctica. • Taller de Energías renovables por Zenshin Giacchetta (Milán) técnico en electrónica industrial y apasionado investigador de lo renovable. LOS CURSOS INCLUYEN • Proyecto de obra para una vivienda de 30 m2 (también disponible para no alumnos) • Listado de materiales y herramientas necesarios y sus direcciones. • Presupuesto estimado. • Libro en cd: Casas sanas y ecológicas con balas de paja. ORGANIZA: Taller Karuna. Patricia Cebada, arquitecta Mónica Cebada, arquitecta técnica Rubén Solsona, autoconstructor y coach Especializadas en bioconstrucción y arquitectura bioclimática. Con la colaboración de Milán, energías renovables. Lugar: Centro Bioclimático Taller Karuna, Ávila a 80km de Madrid in**@**********na.org Tfno: 677533551

Sacred Place is delivering its ten day Self-Empowerment Retreat at Earth Home, in Chiang Mai this April 13-22, 2018 in Chiang Mai, Thailand. This Self Empowerment Retreat is a life changing opportunity to transform your life for the better by investing quality time and energy in yourself, to build your inner foundation, uncover your strengths/passions and discover your Life Purpose. Key subjects covered during the retreat are Neuroplasticity, De-Programming, Inner Child work, Self Esteem, Self Confidence, Communication, Relationships, Life Purpose, Career Change, Creating a Business and more. All transport, meals and accommodation are included in addition to the teachings. To learn more and reserve your place visit https://sacred-place.com/self-empowerment-course/ * Early Booking Discount of 20% for bookings made one month before course starts. Thai nationals receive 50% discount off full price. We sponsor two places per course/retreat for those individuals that sincerely cannot afford to pay the price but are committed to their personal transformation. Luke Hancock and Susana Norte are qualified Spiritual Counselors, Health Consultants and Life Coaches. Having began their own journey of transformation in 2005, they work from a place of direct experience now to guide others on their journey. To learn more about Luke and Susana visit www.sacred-place.com/about For questions please email in**@**********ce.com Thank you. We look forward to receiving you soon. Luke and Susana. For more information, please visit the event website.

Climate change is one of the biggest issues of humankind in the 21st century, but is a symptom of a much bigger issue: We humans do not live sustainably on earth! Modern society focuses mainly on new and green technologies and greater efficiency as solution of climate change and this is of course one step towards climate protection. But much more is possible! The ecovillage movement is a bottom-up approach from people, who do not want to wait for policy or technology solving the climate change problem. Ecovillages are models of experienced sustainability and show that a more sustainable living is possible without affecting our quality of life. They test in a microcosm what can be adopted on a large scale. There are four keys in the ecovillages approach to climate change: ecological, economic, social and worldview. This seminar consists of three parts: In the first part we get known to the ZEGG community. The ZEGG community is an ecovillage of 100 people living and working together cooperatively, with a CO2 footprint per person only half as big as the average in Germany. This is possible due our renewable energy and heat supply system, our garden and the edible landscapes, our water supply, constructed wetland and compost toilets. In the second part of the seminar we summarize what climate science knows about climate change and which solutions it suggests. We discuss the arguments of the climate skeptics and try to understand why it is so hard for policy to make a new climate protection agreement. This part part will be taken over by Dr. Tobias Bayr. He is a climate scientist, who did his PhD about climate change and lived one year in ZEGG. In the third part of the seminar we deepen the ecovillage approach to climate change. Beside ecological aspects we will focus on the social and worldview aspects, i.e. we give a little insight, which instruments we use in ZEGG for community building and for communication. Conscious communication from the heart

Aprederemos a auto-construir con materiales como barro, paja o neumáticos y además ayudaremos a la comunidad Romi de Astigarraga dotándoles de estos conocimientos y levantando un centro social y un edificio que dispondrá de WC ecológicos secos para la comunidad.. La comunidad Romi vino en busca de una vida mejor desde Rumania y después de ser expulsados de Astigarraga, Martutene, Loiola y Hernani han vuelto a Astigarraga, a la zona de debajo del puente de la autovía. Esta vez el Ayuntamiento ha decidido no echarles, y en colaboración con el Gobierno Vasco, Diputación de Gipuzkoa y Romi Bidean han diseñado un proyecto a 5 años en los que la comunidad Romi deberá cumplir determinadas condiciones para recibir ayuda para salir de su precaria situación. Hay dos cursos: 1. 10-14 de Septiembre de 2013 Aprenderemos a levantar las construcciones con Rikki Nitzkin (http://rikkinitzkin.wordpress.com/) y Marco Aresta (www.hacerbio.blogspot.com ) y el curso se compondrá de clases teóricas y prácticas en un local dispuesto a tal fin. 2. 17-21 Septiembre Este curso será eminentemente práctico y continuamos con lo aprendido en el primer curso. (a precio muy reducido para quienes hagan ambos cursos). ro********@**ai.com

Improving Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs): Ecovillage Development, Energy Access, and Zero Carbon Societies in Africa, Asia & The European Union How can local solutions lead to ambitious INDCs, provide energy access & improve livelihoods? Many ecovillages and local communities are net zero carbon, energy self-sufficient, and offer wonderful opportunities to scale up local renewables, climate friendly agriculture, ecosystem restoration, etc. During this session we will describe extraordinary examples and success stories for scaling up and implementing best practices. Moderators: Kosha Joubert, Global Ecovillage Network (GEN) Gunnar Boye Olesen, International Network for Sustainable Energy (INFORSE) Speakers: – Kosha Joubert, Executive Director, Global Ecovillage Network, GEN, Scotland; – Tim Clarke, GEN and Board, ECOLISE, Europe; – Linda Kabaira, Board, GEN-Africa, Zimbabwe – Speaker TBC, Bhutan Government – Kavita Myles, INFORSE-South Asia / INSEDA, India; – Dumindu Herath, Integrated Development Association – IDEA, SriLanka; – Shovana Maharjan, Center for Rural Technology – CRT, Nepal; – M.Mahmodul Hasan, Grameen Shakti, Bangladesh; – Santosh Patnaik, Climate Action Network- South Asia – CANSA; – Paul Allen, Center for Alternative Technology – CAT, UK; – Preben Maegaard & Leire Gorrona, International Network for Sustainable Energy (INFORSE), Denmark Organizers: Global Ecovillage Network (GEN) www.ecovillage.org/COP22 International Network for Sustainable Energy (INFORSE) www.inforse.org Nordic Folkecenter for Renewable Energy (NFVE) www.folkecenter.net/gb/

Single-use cups are a major environmental issue. Even most so-called compostable cups end up in landfill. The aim of The Cup Project is to eliminate the use of disposable cups. The goal is to invite customers to reflect on the environmental impact of single-use and consider recyclable alternatives. The approach is an 8-week feasibility study, offering alternatives to single-use cups, “Koha Jars”, which we will provide to participating cafes in Grey Lynn for free. Prior to launching the project at the Grey Lynn cafes, there will be one month of collecting jars and making heat​bands for them. This will be facilitated by participating schools and community groups. Ongoing working groups will be set up for the entirety of the feasibility study.

Construye tu casa con balas de paja 28ª edición, 12-18 mayo. Para aprender a construir de forma sana, ecológica y eficaz En el curso estudiaremos y practicaremos todo lo necesario para poder construir uno mismo su casa: principios, materiales, herramientas, etc. Temas: • La ecología en la construcción. • Arquitectura bioclimática: Diseño, elementos bioclimáticos, etc • Las casas de balas de paja. • Cubiertas verdes. • El Proyecto de tu casa. Cómo hacer un diseño adecuado. • Qué se necesita y cuánto cuesta. • Proceso de construcción por fases: cimentación, estructura, cubierta, cerramientos, revoco, instalaciones, etc. • Prácticas en una construcción de paja. Se irán trabajando las partes fundamentales de la construcción en práctica. Se levantará una construcción autoportante, con muro de carga de balas de paja. Se practicará también con la técnica de balas de paja como cerramiento LOS CURSOS INCLUYEN • Proyecto de obra para una vivienda de 30 m2 (también disponible para no alumnos) • Listado de materiales y herramientas necesarios y sus direcciones. • Presupuesto estimado. • Libro en cd: Casas sanas y ecológicas con balas de paja. ORGANIZA: Taller Karuna. Patricia Cebada, arquitecta Mónica Cebada, arquitecta técnica Rubén Solsona, autoconstructor y coach Especializadas en bioconstrucción y arquitectura bioclimática. Con la colaboración de Milán, energías renovables. Lugar: Centro Bioclimático Taller Karuna, Ávila a 80km de Madrid in**@**********na.org Tf 677533551

Ready to connect with the hidden aspects of yourself? The “shadow” are all the hidden or unconscious aspects of oneself, both positive and negative, that the ego has repressed or never acknowledged. In other words, the shadow is all we push out of our conscious awareness, all we disown in ourselves, all that is unwanted, ugly, unloved or simply uncomfortable or unbearable to look at so that we exclude it from what we show to the world. But what we exclude and disown becomes larger than life and scares us. This workshop will give you a solid and integrated approach towards achieving a deep healing, transformation and permanent change, as well as some practical tools for a healthy, rich, rewarding and more complete emotional life. The final goal is to make space or, in other words, to open our hearts to be able to include all those parts or situations that belong to each of us and our system. The goal is not to solve anything, but to allow some conscious movements or processes that make us more aware of the aspects that we have rejected and which, consciously or unconsciously, we are in conflict with. Key benefits of shadow work: The shadow isn’t a popular topic. Exploring the shadow, however, gives us tremendous opportunities for growth and development. These are some of the benefits that result from shadow work: – Improving personal and interpersonal relationships Seeing others and yourself more clearly Improving physical and mental health Psychological integration and maturity Achieving greater creativity Dates: November 30th, December 1st and 2nd Schedule: Friday 30th: From 10am to 8pm (with lunch break) Saturday 1st: From 10am to 8pm (with lunch break) Sunday 2nd: From 10am to 2pm The facilitator Irene Goikolea has been working for more than

Propósito Expandir el uso de la sociocracia como una herramienta de fácil apropiación para organizaciones, comunidades intencionales, redes y/o equipos de trabajo. Aprendiendo a usar la sociocracia las organizaciones mejoran su eficiencia sobre la base de la equidad y la transparencia. Qué es sociocracia Es un modo de toma de decisiones y de gobierno, que permite a una organización, cualquiera sea su tamaño —desde una familia a un país— de comportarse como un organismo vivo, y de auto-organizarse y auto-corregirse. Su fundamento moderno se basa en las teorías sistémicas. El objetivo más importante es el de desarrollar la coparticipación y co-responsabilidad de los actores, otorgando poder a la inteligencia colectiva al servicio del éxito de la organización. La palabra sociocracia fue inventada por Auguste Comte (1798-1857).4 Sus raíces provienen del latín societas (sociedad) y del griego krátos (autoridad) : el gobierno de socios, es decir, de personas ligadas por relaciones significativas, diferente a dêmos (démocratie), masa de individuos que comparten valores comunes. fuente: wikipedia Dirigido a: Facilitadoras/es, mediadoras/es, educadoras/es, emprendedoras/es sociales, gestores, activistas sociales, animadores/as socioculturales, participantes de organizaciones interesadas en mejorar su funcionamiento grupal, y también todas aquellas personas interesadas en profundizar sobre como facilitar cambios positivos y satisfactorios en sus organizaciones, grupos y comunidades de una forma participativa, innovadora y potenciando la diversidad. Al participar recibes: sesiones on line de estudio, teoría y práctica de la sociocracia y sus métodos. Completo material de estudio actualizado y disponible para libre descarga. Participa de los foros de participación reflexiva y de aprendizaje para resolver dudas, inquietudes e intercambiar experiencias durante el proceso. Prof

Announcing the first issue of the “Eco Village Voice” global magazine is now online. See a special free 22 page preview – https://ecovillagevoice.com/issue-1-quarterly All members have access to the Eco Village Voice global and local magazines as part of the online community. Premium members have open access to all contents on the website, in development, including free preview articles, an integrated video channel, and will also present relevant podcasts and forums for all types of intentional communities. . Basic members also have selected features. Eco Village Voice intends to provide education on many aspects of ecovillage living, as well as foster alliances and encourage communication between other ecovillages – to help each other and for the sake of our planet’s wellbeing. We aim to celebrate regenerative and permaculture principles – care for land, care for people and fair share. Eco Village Voice promotes various activities of people and groups from ecovillages and intentional communities, specifically focusing on permaculture, climate change adaptation, sustainable industries, also arts and culture, etc with the aim to provide education on appropriate technologies to replace harmful, unsustainable practices. Eco Village Voice supports initiatives of the Global Ecovillage Network including GEN Australia and GENOA (Oceania & Asia) and seek collaboration with other like-minded groups such as International Communal Studies Association and also Foundation for Intentional Community. Eco Village Voice supports events with photo/video journalism and promotions for conferences, educational activities, workshops, markets, etc. and welcomes enquiries and articles from field reporters. For updates on news and events please first subscribe to the monthly newsletter: ed****@*************ce.com and, of course, we welcome you to become a member

Los hornos de barro o morunos tienen gran inercia térmica, son de obra, diseñadas y construidas en el sitio, acumulan el calor. Están formados por una bóveda hecha con barro, arena y paja, enfoscados con un revoco de cal y tienen una pequeña apertura de entrada. Objetivo Aprende a diseñar y a construir un horno de barro eficiente y ecológica con materiales de fácil localización. Durante el curso aprenderemos las aplicaciones y limitaciones de este tipo de hornos, así como los principios de diseño para adaptarlos a cualquier necesidad. Información e inscripciones: http://www.institutoecohabitar.org/curso/taller-de-horno-de-barro/

Course: Intensive Permaculture Course, Thailand At: Daruma Ecovillage The concept for the Intensive PDC at Daruma emerged from one simple thing: student’s needs. Typically, these have been in two categories. The Intensive Permaculture Course in Thailand: Student Pre-Requisites Category 1 The first category is students that have already exposed themselves to a significant amount of permaculture theory and/or practice. Possibly having visited, volunteered, worked, and studied at places that employed permaculture in the design or in the operational aspects of a property. Possibly students have already created PC designs, master plans and even implemented these designs on their own property. And even students that have read and studied thoroughly many of the core books that form the corpus of what is modern permaculture. Usually these students only need an opportunity to demonstrate proficiency of understanding and competency in practical design in order to feel comfortable in having a permaculture design certificate. The intensive course allows for this but still also challenges them to identify areas that are in need of clarification and development. Time is spent validating what is known, identifying what needs expanding and integrating this all together to equal or better what is completed in a traditional PDC. Category 2 The second category is for anyone that wants or needs to complete a PDC but has inflexible time constraints. Having hosted many courses in both permaculture design and natural building for Japanese students over the last 10 years, it is simply a fact that it is quite rare for a Japanese student to have an opportunity for two weeks of consecutively which is why most PDC courses in Japan span several months or are separate two week periods. But, with a little p

August 1st – 16th, 2015. Where? Slunakov – centre for ecological activities near Olomouc, well accessible by train, www.slunakov.cz What does the PDC cover? An introduction to permaculture, permaculture ethics and principles An ecology primer, including observation skills, ecological principles, trees, soil, water A wide range of applications of permaculture, including agroforestry, forest gardening, wild food, fungi in permaculture, composting toilets, urban permaculture, people care, and legal structures Practical experience through walks of the neighbouring woodland, meadows, village, and hands-on activities in the local garden A deep look and experience of the permaculture design process, culminating in a group design exercise and presentation, looking at a specific area or aspect of Slunakov ecocentre. During the course, you will have many opportunities to apply your learning to your own situation and the projects you are involved in. As this is international PDC, you will meet people from across Europe Breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared fresh from local resources – vegetarian and vegan Accomodation in 2 bed or 6 bed rooms in a light and comfortable newly built low-energy building. Course cost: 610 Euro including accommodation and full board – if you send a deposit of 360 Euro before 1. 5. 2015 contact: co*****@************cs.cz co*****@************cs.cz

Taller Práctico Construcción de Invernadero con estructura de caña Aprende a diseñar y a construir un invernadero utilizando la caña como material base En este curso aprenderás cómo construir tu propio invernadero con caña de una forma sencilla. Durante 3 días trabajaremos en equipo, aprenderemos diferentes técnicas de estructuras con caña y los beneficios de la reutilización de materiales. Experimentaremos las distintas fases de construcción y conoceremos los aspectos y detalles del proceso: Herramientas y materiales La caña: selección, recolección, preparación y usos. El terreno: Elección, preparación y marcado. Preparar columnas para los arcos para la estructura. Preparar los arcos Materiales de protección sobre los arcos. Puertas Colocar el plástico. Al final del curso habrás conseguido los conocimientos y las habilidades necesarias para construir tu propio invernadero donde y para quien quieras con un coste muy reducido en los materiales y de forma sencilla. También habrás aprendido a trabajar con la caña en general, diferentes técnicas de estructuras con caña, arcos y soportes, que te permitirán realizar otro tipo de estructuras, pergolados, etc…. “Ahora es el momento de obtener las habilidadades necesarias para el futuro” Para quien: Ideal para autoconstructor@s, personas involucradas en cooperación al desarrollo, agricultura y actividad social en zonas urbanas, rurales así como en países en vías de desarrollo. Para participar en el Curso no se necesitan habilidades y ni conocimientos previos. Plazas limitadas. Fecha límite de inscripción el 3 de Febrero. Horario De 9.30 a 13.30 y de 15.00 a 18.00 Inversión 150€ – incluye alojamiento y todas las comidas (ecológicas y vegetarianas). Lugar: Los Molinos del Río Aguas – Almería Información e inscripciones: in**@***************ra.net – tel. 639 84 27 19 www.culturadelatierra.net Imparte: Jef Carrick – Tiene mas de 15 años de experiencia en bioconstruc

The Second Home Community of Lifechanyuan is looking for permacuture or natural farming experts to help them restore saline-alkaline land for one of their properties in the western most part of China, and to transform it to a beautiful and fertile farm that is to provide its residents with abundant organic foods. It would be also good if this farm can be developed ecologically into a favorable habitat for plants and animals. li**********@**na.cn

Yoga Integral, meditaciones en la naturaleza, conexión con los elementos, senderismo consciente, mantras y más… En plena naturaleza en el Paraje Natural de Karsts en Yesos de Sorbas, un oasis en el desierto. Guiado por Manuel Robles “Kirtan Raja” profesor de yoga integral. Precio: 150€ antes del 15 de Septiembre 170€ a partir del 16 de Septiembre Alojamiento y comida incluidos. El alojamiento será en El Mirador de Los Molinos, un proyecto de bajo impacto (para más info consultar su facebook). La comida será vegetariana, ecologica, local, sana y preparada con amor e intención. Plazas limitadas. Necesaria reserva. Fecha límite de inscripcion 25 de Septiembre. Para más información e inscripciones: 652 238 231 – ma*******@*****il.es (Manuel) losmolinosdelrio.blogspot.com Organiza: Yogaia, Cultura de la Tierra y El Mirador. Material necesario: ropa cómoda, esterilla, manta para relajación, cojín o zafu para meditación y calzado cómodo para caminar. Para más información e inscripciones: 652 238 231 – ma*******@*****il.es (Manuel)

Very simple – my family and friends will watch together and anyone in the neighbourhood is welcome to join us!