Aya - Ecovillage & Nature Center

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About the Communities

Forming
Dutch
Ecological
Rural

Founding year

2018

What we do

-Ecovillage & Nature Center AyA strives for self-sufficiency in food, energy, water and cradle-to-cradle;
-Caring for each other, personal development, involvement and building a resilient community;
-Strengthening nature, restoring biodiversity;
-Personal qualities are used as much as possible / space for personal development;
-Our own houses under our own management or to be built ourselves, with sustainable materials and methods;
-Cooperate with the local economy and local residents to create win-win situations;
-Nature education, setting an example;
-Tourism and recreation;
-Serving seven generations after us

Purpose

Ecological

Languages

Dutch
English

Community type

Ecovillage
Spiritual Retreat Centers

Commemorative dates

January 1, 2018

Started planning

Membership

Open to new members

Open to visitors

Total

12

How to join

At this time (nov 2020) there is no complicated or specific protocol to join Aya. Everybody can join, all help is appreciated. You can decide to be little involved, we call that a “Snuffelaar”. You get access to our Google Drive with info and we might send you an occassional E-mail with updates and us asking for help. Being a “Gastiyaan” requires a bit more involvement, but you decide when it’s time to do so. You get tasks, join meetings and we expect at least 8h a week of your dedication, on average.

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Location

Netherlands

Aya - Ecovillage & Nature Center

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Forming Communities

Buy a home in pocket neighborhood forming on Cape Cod MA

I envision the creation of a pocket neighborhood in my neighborhood of 30 years. A block of 6 homes share their backyard boundaries. While each house would retain its own lot, the homeowners would enter into an agreement using sociocratic method to manage the land and use of the amenities that each house offers and build personal relationships. An intentional community that wants to have regular meetings to coordinate the care of the acreage, schedule weekly meals to share and to foster contact are initial ideas. There is a possibility of an apartment to offer to a care giver when the event arises. There are 2 houses currently available for sale. I envision the others will come up for sale in the future. This neighborhood offers walk/hiking trails along riverside conservation land, private dirt roads graded by the town, a quiet location, 2 miles to supermarket, cafe, small market, schools are easy to access. Contact me to share your interest and special concerns.

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Events

Pacific Northwest Ecovillage Tour: July 28-August 4, 2027

July 28–August 4, 2027 | Oregon & Washington, USA Explore innovative communities across the Pacific Northwest Spend eight days exploring eight inspiring ecovillages, cohousing neighborhoods and intentional communities across Oregon and Washington. Visit communities including CoHo Ecovillage, Meadowsong Ecovillage & Lost Valley Education Center, Cully Green, Sahale Learning Center, Fifth Street Commons, Songaia, Sunnyside Village and Rooted Northwest, and meet the people creating innovative approaches to living more collaboratively and sustainably. Experience a remarkable variety of community models—from urban cohousing and established ecovillages to regenerative farms and emerging communities. Learn firsthand about collaborative governance, permaculture, natural building, ecological stewardship and creative approaches to housing. The journey also includes special opportunities to explore Portland’s renowned placemaking movement with architect and City Repair founder Mark Lakeman and learn from Pocket Neighborhoods author and architect Ross Chapin. Along the way, travel through the forests, farms, islands and vibrant cities of the Pacific Northwest, ferry across Puget Sound and stay overnight in several of the communities for a more immersive experience of everyday community life. A great fit for: Prospective community members, aspiring community founders, people interested in cohousing and regenerative living, and anyone looking for inspiration and practical ideas for creating more connected, sustainable ways of living. Learn more about this tour: https://www.ecovillagetours.com/pacific-northwest

July 28, 2027 00:00 – August 4, 2027 23:59

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Community Seekers

Seeking Community - work trade to check each other out. Dec 2026- Feb 2027

About Me I’m 62 years old, with deep roots in the environmental and regenerative farming movements. I’ve worked in permaculture, started a farmers market, and have spent years as a yoga teacher and sound bath practitioner. I’m a Kundalini yoga teacher and leader in that field, currently living in the Black Hills of South Dakota. A few years ago I went through a divorce, and I’m now exploring relocation — looking for my people: those living in harmony with the land who also hold a spiritual practice, where I can contribute the full range of skills I bring. I care deeply about raising consciousness on the planet and bringing health and wellness to both people and the earth — I consider myself a water protector, and the environment matters enormously to me. I love teaching and education in general. I’m organized, comfortable with social media and administrative work, though what lights me up most is the deeper work — teaching, healing, and helping communities thrive. What I’m Looking For A 3-month work-trade opportunity, ideally December 26 – February 27. I can offer: Yoga and meditation instruction Farming, harvesting, and food prep Administrative support

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Forming Communities

True North CoHousing Community Seeking Founders

True North is a small, women-centered intentional community where self-directed, purposeful women share space, resources, and genuine commitment to each other’s wellbeing. We are building something that is greater than the sum of its parts — a life that is richer, more secure, and more meaningful because we are living it together. Our Vision A community where no one falls through the cracks. Where aging is something we navigate together rather than alone. Where the people around you notice when you’re struggling, celebrate when you’re thriving, and show up — not because they have to, but because that’s simply who we are to each other. We are building this as a tiny house village — a model we chose deliberately. Many intentional communities require crazy buy-in sums, putting them out of reach for most women navigating life on a single income. We believe that financial accessibility isn’t a compromise — it’s a value. Your home will be yours: as simple or as appointed as fits your life and circumstances, sized right for the life you are living now and the one you are building toward. We live lightly on the land and invest heavily in the relationships that make life worth living. We’re currently forming our founding group — the women who will help shape what this community becomes, where it lands, and how it lives. Not ready to be a founder but feel this in your gut? We want to hear from you too. There’s a place for you here at whatever stage feels right. https://www.truenorthcommunity.info/ jh*******@****on.me

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