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From The Ground Up is a 7-day residential Mini Ecovillage Design Education (EDE) at Entelechy, a 13.5-acre intentional community on Salt Spring Island, British Columbia, Canada. August 9–15, 2026. The course follows the Gaia Education EDE framework, covering four dimensions of sustainability: Ecological – Food systems, natural building, energy and water, appropriate technology. Social – Community governance, communication, conflict resolution, collective decision-making. Economic – Alternative economics, cooperative structures, local currencies, social enterprise. Worldview – The values, beliefs, and cultural frameworks that underlie sustainable community – why people want to live this way, and what has to shift for it to last. The course is facilitated by a graduate of both the full EDE and the Gaia Education Training of Trainers programme. It takes place at a working ecovillage where residents live what they teach. Participants stay on-site for the week in wall tents or camping. Communal meals sourced from local Salt Spring farms and Entelechy’s gardens are included. This course is for anyone interested in designing, joining, or strengthening sustainable communities — whether you’re starting from scratch, already involved in a project, or looking to go deeper than a Permaculture Design Course. Up to 22 spots. Application-based enrollment. Early bird: $950 CAD (before June 15, 2026) Regular: $1,149 CAD Payment plans, group discounts, and work-trade spots available. If interested, we invite you to apply here: https://www.entelechysaltspring.ca/ecovillage-design Salt Spring Island is accessible by BC Ferries from Tsawwassen (Metro Vancouver), Swartz Bay (Greater Victoria), and Crofton (mid-Vancouver Island). From the US Pacific Northwest, either by I-5 and ferry via Vancouver, or by taking Port Angeles ferry to Victoria and the

February 8–22, 2027 | Auroville, India Experience one of the world’s most extraordinary intentional communities Spend 15 days immersed in Auroville, an international township in southern India that is home to more than 3,000 people from over 60 nations. Founded with a vision of human unity, Auroville offers a fascinating opportunity to experience an established experiment in conscious, sustainable and community-centered living. Go beyond the typical visitor experience with an insider’s look at Auroville’s neighborhoods, permaculture farms, schools, spiritual centers, sustainable businesses and ecological projects. Meet long-term residents and community leaders, explore pioneering work in reforestation, organic farming, alternative building and education, and visit projects such as Sadhana Forest, Solitude Farm, the Solar Kitchen and Auroville Botanical Gardens. The journey also explores the spiritual and cultural dimensions of life in this part of India, with visits to the Matrimandir, nearby Tamil villages, Pondicherry and the sacred pilgrimage town of Tiruvannamalai. Along the way, enjoy local cuisine, yoga, meditation, beaches and other opportunities to experience the culture and rhythms of southern India. A great fit for: Those interested in intentional community, conscious living, spirituality, sustainability and regenerative practices; prospective community members; community founders looking for inspiration; and travelers seeking a deeper, more meaningful experience of India. Learn more about this tour: https://www.ecovillagetours.com/india

Around the world, there is a growing participation and influence of faith and indigenous movements on climate change. GEN together with invited speakers explore this powerful emergence to harness holistic solutions for resilience and sustainability. We explore models and practices on eco-temples, green mosques, indigenous solutions in disasters, and ecosystems restoration among other stories in this interactive panel.

We are excited to invite you all for this event in Auroville on the Global Ecovillage Network’s launch of a 10 day free summit. Come join us this Friday @ YouthLink, Humanscapes Hall, 5-7PM, refreshments will be served☺ ☕? Thank you for helping us spread the word. ??