Democratic Theater – A community art project is looking for allies with expertise in creating community and guiding non hierarchical spaces. … Read more
The reason behind writing this short book was to introduce the travelers, volunteers and future farmers to the story of this farm, the experiences of people who have worked here and the philosophy that serves as the foundation for this project, feeds it and makes possible for it to continue to thrive. As this documentation could also be useful for more farms in the region and in similar climates, some background on the practices and refrences for planting and harvesting have been included. We … Read more
Join the Online European Ecovillage Gathering this 7-8 November to explore how ecovillages and intentional communities are awakening to opportunities through the Covid crisis and how together we can transform this moment to create a culture of regeneration and resilience for all. … Read more
We are co-creating a common plan and organic organization that unites us in our actions secures our independence and promotes and attracts new people to the cause. … Read more
Each week young people from around the world gather together via zoom to explore what permaculture means in their local context, to learn about different ways of thinking about it and applying it. We are based at Crystal Waters Permaculture village and connect young people in other ecovillages and permaculture communities and projects around the world. This group is led by young people for young people, with Mentors from around the world too - Morag Gamble, Rosemary Morrow, Hannah Apricot … Read more
permaculture [pr]activism • panels • visioning • music • poetry • art • films • garden tours A new series of free online events especially for youth by youth. Each month we’ll bring together great speakers, spark discussion, share music and art, take tours of youth gardens around the world, screen a short permaculture film, and see what emerges. … Read more
Ananda Festival of Bliss is a festival for those who believe in and work towards making the world a better place. It’s an adventure through art and nature, a dive for activists and dreamers, young people and families, lovers of ecology and warriors of light. … Read more
The proposed solution describes a natural grey water treatment system based on aquatic plants in a spiral design which requires little space to implement and meet the quality of treatment required by legislation. … Read more
The solution offers an easy to implement technique, based on accessible resources (ashes and lime), that promises to neutralize pathogens, control insects while providing a quick way to generate compost from humanure and solve sanitation issues anywhere in the world. … Read more
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to discuss the pedagogical tools that can enhance transdisciplinarity in higher education and stimulate sustainability transitions, based on the case study of a partnership between the University of Brasilia and an ecovillage in Brazil. Design/methodology/approach – A qualitative study was carried out, based on professors’ experience, students’ reports and registration data. Emergent themes were discussed based on the concepts of sustainability transitions, … Read more
Donating funds to GEN is a tangible way to contribute to this concrete and dynamic movement for positive change. Your donation helps to support and to spread ecovillages around the world. We invite donations to GEN International or a GEN Region.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to keep up to date with the latest news and happenings in ecovillages and their allies around the globe. You can also subscribe to your region's newsletter for local updates!
Volunteering supports the network while forming valuable connections, meeting incredible people, and contributing to a positive future. There are many ways you can support GEN with your time and energy.
The Global Ecovillage Network envisions a world of empowered people and communities, designing pathways to a sustainable future, while building bridges of hope and international solidarity.
As a solution-based, multi-stakeholder alliance, GEN provides information, tools, examples, and representation to the expanding global network dedicated to demonstrating principles and practices of sustainability in their lifestyles and communities.
