We are celebrating that this Earth Week, we met and even exceeded our goal for the Green Match Fund! Special Thanks To Tom Stanton, Edmund Capstick, and Thaer Sabri! Full list of amazing donors: Marcela LozanoA M TreanorJonas Iaffaldano di GregorioKimberly ScheidtBrijinder KathuriaManja VrenkoJulie EllisonRenata FreitasAnna CarlssonMike WeekesCatherine Coste Tatiana AbreuAmena BalD de KoningAndrea Pollok NarayananJane HudsonGianluca GovernaleAnnette I Berger-WeinreichMarta Tornero … Read more
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Become a Keystone Community
Call for ecovillages to join our global community of practice Are you living in a community, concerned about the interlinked crises of our times, and interested in exploring what could make you, your community and your region more resilient? Download the Project Recruitment brochure pdf here. Since 2022, GEN has built a community of practice of researchers, facilitators and members of 20 ecovillages and all GEN regions to explore resilience to climate crisis while cocreating the … Read more
GEN’s 30th Anniversary 30 Years of Regeneration: Celebrating GEN’s Anniversary Year
30 Years of Regeneration: Celebrating GEN’s Anniversary Year Thirty years ago, a vision took root. A vision of communities living in deep connection—with each other, with the land, and with the future. A vision of ecovillages as a symbol of hope for our planet. That vision became the Global Ecovillage Network. Three decades later, GEN has grown into a thriving ecosystem of initiatives, projects, and people dedicated to reimagining how we live. Dreamers have boldly reimagined … Read more
Mapping a Thriving Future: Join Us in Updating GEN’s Global Ecovillage Map Contribute to the fundraiser to support GEN's ecovillage map
The ecovillage map has been around for years, and now it is time to give it a much needed update. With your help, GEN will be able to create an updated Ecovillage Map that: Goal: £10,000 Why This Matters The GEN Ecovillage Map is our most used tool. In 2024 alone, 63,300+ people used the ecovillage directory. An upgraded map will empower even more individuals and communities to take the next step toward regeneration, connection, and … Read more
Exciting News for Regenerative Travel Enthusiasts: Invitation to WWOOFERS from GEN Co-Founder
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
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
