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Children’s Paradise Montessori School
Children’s Paradise Montessori School (CPMS) was founded in 2005 with the mission of providing education for life to children. We have created a learning environment based on Dr. Maria Montessori’s philosophy and principles that guide and nurture the development of each child’s potential to become an informed, a creative, compassionate, and lifelong learner, who will make a positive contribution t … Read more
Blog posts
Regenerative Pact: From Pioneer to Planetary Movement
Exploring Community-Led Economic Systems and the Future of Money as a Tool for Collective Wellbeing Join us for a transformative webinar on February 7, 2025 What if money could serve life instead of extraction? What if credit was controlled by communities rather than distant financial institutions? These aren't just theoretical questions—they're pathways being forged by ecovillages, regenerative communities, and visionary economic pioneers around the world. On Saturday, February … Read more
Together for Tomorrow: Growing the Next Generation of Ecovillages
A global fundraiser to grow the movement for regenerative communities. Across the planet, ecovillages are proving that another way of living is not only possible, it’s already happening. Communities are restoring ecosystems, rebuilding trust, and regenerating local economies. Why now? As we face accelerating climate and social crises, ecovillages are proving that local, community-led action is not only effective, it’s essential. GEN’s work helps connect, amplify, and support … Read more
Regenerating Hope Amid War — GEN Ukraine: Winner of the 2025 Hildur Jackson Award
When bombs fall, trees still grow — and in Ukraine, ecovillagers are planting hope. In the face of unimaginable hardship, GEN Ukraine, a national eco community network of over 60 ecovillages, is showing how sustainable living can flourish even under fire. Their courage, creativity, and unwavering commitment to regenerative agriculture, renewable energy, and climate change solutions have earned them the 2025 Hildur Jackson Award. Rebuilding from the Ground Up Since the start of the war, … Read more
Regeneration under Fire: Solidarity for ecovillages in Palestine
The Global Ecovillage Network (GEN) has received urgent reports from our members and partners in Palestine about the widespread destruction of land, food systems, and community resilience under occupation. As a network committed to regeneration, peace, and dignity for all, to remain silent would betray the values we exist to uphold, especially when the very foundations of community life — seeds, soil, water, and safety — are under sustained attack. In Farkha Ecovillage, community … Read more
2024 Annual Report
In a world increasingly defined by uncertainty, ecovillages shine as beacons of hope, resilience, and renewal.2024 was a year in which the word resilience came alive—not only as an aspiration but as a shared, lived reality across our communities, our organization, and the entire network. From heatwaves to floods, from economic strains to moments of profound transformation, the ecovillage movement has shown what it means to face complexity with courage and creativity. Through the Resilience … Read more
Celebrating Collective Action for a Regenerative Future: Highlights from CASA Latina
In today’s world, we are invited to embrace a new way of being—a way that calls for resilience, adaptation, and regeneration. These principles are not just abstract concepts but are becoming the foundation for a paradigm shift toward collective well-being and the honoring of life itself. At the forefront of this movement is the ongoing work of CASA Latina, the Latin American arm of the Global Ecovillage Network (GEN). Regenerative Communication Training: A Space for Collective Learning At … Read more
2024 Hildur Jackson Award Winner: Aldeafeliz
AldeaFeliz, nestled in the lush mountains of Colombia, has long been a beacon of ecological regeneration and communal living. In 2023, they proudly celebrated their 18th anniversary—a milestone marking their maturity as a community dedicated to sustainable practices and holistic living. Over these years, AldeaFeliz has blossomed into a global model for regenerative ecovillages, sharing innovative solutions in agroecology, social entrepreneurship, and community governance. But their story is far … 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
GEN Book Club is Back!
You are warmly invited to join our GEN Book Club happening September 30th 2024, 6-8.30 pm CET online. For this second edition of our Book Club, we are reading At work in the Ruins: Finding Our Place in the Time of Climate Crises and Other Emergencies by Dougald Hine. GEN International and GEN Europe are coming together yet again to offer an open space for reflection, discussion, and contemplation as part of our GEN book club: At Work in the Ruins, inspired … Read more
