While our classifieds section is still in the design phase, we’re thrilled to share this inspiring opportunity from Ross and Heather Jackson at Duemosegaard farm in Denmark. As we work to create a space that connects you with more opportunities to connect with the Global Ecovillage Network, this WWOOFing invitation offers a glimpse into the kinds of projects we’ll feature in the future. If you’re excited to get involved or want to be the first to know when our classifieds go live, fill out … Read more
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A Tribute to Liora Adler, Elder, Visionary
What I remember most about Liora was her ability to say yes, to be a part of new ideas andmovements, and to always honor the Global South and the less fortunate.Most of us in the leadership of the Global Ecovillage Network (GEN) first met Liora when wewere creating our first Ecovillage Design Education (EDE) curriculum on a small farm in thenorth of Denmark. Liora was wide-eyed as she stepped out of the van and throughout themeetings, she listened intently as we outlined the 4 keys that Hildur … Read more
Our Annual Report 2023 is here! How the Global Ecovillage Network is catalysing communities for a regenerative world
Welcome to the 2023 Annual Report of the Global Ecovillage Network (GEN), where we embark on a journey through the vibrant tapestry of regenerative initiatives that shaped our network throughout 2023. As the landscape of sustainability continues to evolve, so too does our commitment to fostering a resilient and sustainable human presence on Earth. Within these pages, you'll find a mosaic of stories, achievements, and insights that illuminate the path we've traveled over the past year. From the … Read more
CASA Latina Field Report: Strengthening Community and Environmental Initiatives in Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Mexico
Greetings from the Council of Sustainable Settlements of Latin America (CASA Latina)! We are thrilled to share with you the latest developments from our efforts in Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Mexico, where we've been tirelessly working to strengthen our community and environmental initiatives. Our endeavors have been centered around the Sanctuaries of Life and Peace Program, a groundbreaking initiative spanning multiple locations including Ixixtlan, Xieltun, Ekumal, La Casa de los Niños … Read more
Community Resilience Podcast A podcast created in collaboration with the Ecovillage Resilience 2.5 degree project, facilitated by the Global Ecovillage Network
Available Episodes: All episode links will direct you to Spotify. You can also follow us on Apple Podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts by searching "Community Resilience". Thank you for listening! The Ecovillage Resilience project gathers all GEN Regions and 20 communities from around the world to explore resilience, adaptation, and transformation in a > 2.5 degrees global warming scenario. … Read more
From Ubuntu to Kapwa
From Ubuntu to Kapwa, Developing a Deep Design Approach to Conscious Food Systems at the Edges Follow the project on social media: facebook & watch the project launch From Ubuntu to Kapwa, Developing a Deep Design Approach to Conscious Food Systems at the Edges" is an initiative from Better World Cameroon in Cameroon, Living Story Landscapes in the Philippines, and Alianzas para la Abundancia in Colombia. WHAT The ‘From Ubuntu to Kapwa’ project, a South to South collaboration … Read more
GEN at COP28
The Global Ecovillage Network is excited to host four events at this year's COP28. Bookmark this page and come back when we get closer to the date to register and get the weblinks for each event. For the first year, UNESCO & the UN are launching a Greening Education Hub. We are delighted to join with two events exploring the ecovillage approach to regenerative education and climate action. Greening Education Pavilion | UNESCO's Greening Education Partnership Creating … Read more
Youth in Action: Navigating Challenges
With last month’s launch of the local projects, this month the Community of Practice held space for navigating any challenges that arose. It was important for the education practitioners to first celebrate the momentum generated from all the planning and weaving in of the school communities. And then, we took a step back to face head on anything that was or could be blocking the biggest impact we dreamed of. This is where the beauty of Community of Practice is revealed: no matter what one of the … Read more
Hildur Jackson Award Finalists 2023
It is that time of year to celebrate our dear Hildur Jackson's birthday with a special celebration of some amazing ecovillage projects. Thanks to the continued generosity of the Gaia Trust, we are delighted to provide some financial celebration as well. Find out more about the award and apply for the next round (applications due by July 2024) here. Celebrating this year's HJA winner! REDES (Réseau pour l' Emergence et le Développement des Ecovillages au Sahel) The main goal of the … Read more
Our experience in the EDE 2023 Reflections from the support team, Jule, Mari, & Rubén
In the current context of ecological emergency and huge social inequalities, it is more important than ever to support education for the design and promotion of sustainable communities that generate solutions integrating the 4 dimensions of regeneration. This year’s EDE offered exactly such an educational journey and was characterised by a diverse range of guest speakers with an abundance of knowledge and experience to share. The journey was a deep dive into the ecovillage approach, including … Read more
