In this article, Nina Koevots shares with us what she has been learning about ecofeminism in order to raise a discussion amongst people who are interested in social change. While many environmentalists have explained the interrelatedness of continuous economic growth, the expansion of the free market and alarming environmental damage, they have not yet explained that connection with the under-privileging of women. Understanding the links between the exploitation of women and nature can possibly … Read more

Dear Friends of Ecovillages Worldwide, "Ecovillages Empowering Women" is the theme of this GEN Newsletter. The situation of women worldwide still can make us cry when we think of it. Cry for joy at the courage, strength and determination of women to live life in love and peace. Cry with the shared pain of the many situations that still prevent women and children from living such a life. Although mothers in the "Two-Thirds-World" have to be strong to raise their children, often in the most … Read more

Does a tree have rights not to be cut down? Does a creek have the right not to be polluted and dammed? During the GEN Europe conference in July, Mumta Ito from Findhorn Ecovillage, spoke about the concept of Wholistic Law and a rights-based approach to environmental protection. She launched a working group to bring a 'European Citizen’s Initiative for Recognising and Respecting the Inherent Rights of Nature' (the “ECI”). Now, GEN has adopted the rights of nature in their policy. Mumta Ito … Read more