Embracing Holistic Sustainability: Empowering people to Lead Change in Their Communities

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In our rapidly changing world, we face numerous deep and pressing concerns. Global inequality, climate change, wars, biodiversity loss, unrestrained urbanisation, and destructive economic growth are just a few of the challenges we must address. These issues demand our immediate attention and action. It is time for each of us to step up and take an active role in redesigning and co-creating a healthier, more fulfilling world.

At Gaia Education, we believe that educatio…

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A select team of facilitators awaits you in Findhorn!

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Gaia Education and Ecovillage Findhorn have teamed up to offer you an incredible learning opportunity and community living experience.

There are two courses in sequence (you can choose to participate in both or just one of them), which will provide an immersion in Findhorn and the principles, concepts and ethics that support one of the oldest ecovillages in the world. Plus, you will be supported by a select team of facilitators and teachers who will enhance your journey with a lot of knowledge …

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EDE Gaia Education, a potência de um programa versátil na experiência do ciclo Gaia vivA

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*Texto escrito por Lara Freitas e Marina Dain, organizadoras e facilitadoras do ciclo Gaia Viva.


O ciclo Gaia vivA foi a resposta que encontramos para a necessidade que tínhamos, durante a Pandemia, de continuar realizando o EDE (Ecovillage Design Education). Esse impulso nos levou a a essa rica experiência que foi redesenhar o programa do curso presencial para o online.

Em 2021, realizamos a primeira edição, 100% online/ao vivo. Inicialmente ficamos apreensivas de como seria o EDE sem senta…

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EDE in Nile - Embracing the Journey of Transformation

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This post has been taken from Nile Journeys newsletter. It is a Gaia certified Ecovillage Design Education programme. 

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In a world of challenges and opportunities, the Nile bio-regions stand at a crossroads, embodying the potential for unprecedented transformation. Amidst this pivotal moment, we at the Nile Journeys continue to weave a tapestry of regenerative and collaborative efforts, reflecting a deep commitment to nurturing life-affirming actions a…

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Collab Jovem criando mudança

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O Collab Jovem é um Programa de Educação Regenerativa do Movimento das Cidades em Transição Brasil. O primeiro encontro do Collab Jovem ocorreu em 2022, em Cunha, numa parceria com a Flor das Águas e 2023 em Salto, na Casa Una.  

Agora, olhando para o futuro em 2024, nosso objetivo é ampliar a capacidade de captação de recursos para atender mais jovens da Rede do GaiaEducation e do Movimento das Cidades em Transição no Brasil. Sonhamos em escrever um Manual Youth Collab, compartilhando nossas l…

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Honouring Our Roots: Harnessing the Power of Oral Storytelling for Regenerative Communities

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Since the dawn of civilisation, oral storytelling has served as the cornerstone of human culture, meshing our existence with the threads of shared narratives and collective wisdom. Across diverse cultures and civilisations, oral traditions have played a central role in preserving cultural heritage, transmitting knowledge, and fostering a sense of belonging and identity. From the epic poems of ancient civilisations to the folk tales passed down through generations, oral st…

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The Good and the Bad news: a book by Gaia Education board member Ross Jackson

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Embracing Change: Ross Jackson's Vision for a Sustainable Tomorrow

In his latest book, Gaia Education board member Ross Jackson presents a provocative exploration of our civilisation's trajectory, challenging us to confront the stark reality of collapse while offering a compelling vision for a brighter future. With his insight as an economist and an activist's passion, Jackson takes readers on a journey from the roots of our societal challenges to the possibilities of transformation.

At the he…

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Collab Jovem youth project 2023 - São Paulo, Brazil

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Written by Laryssa Carreiro from Collab Jovem project

Laryssa Carreiro grew up on the east side of São Paulo/Capital. She is a poet and writer on Medium, publishing poems through Fazia Poesia page. She is also an educator and English translator-interpreter. She was in Collab Jovem - Flor das Águas (2022) as a monitor and trainee and returned to the festival at Casa Una (2023) with the affective writing workshop.


The time is now

Now is a state that doesn't stop you from imagining the futur…

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Celebrating Female Voices: A Literary Tribute for International Women's Day

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As we commemorate International Women's Day, let's shine a light on the extraordinary contributions of female authors to literature and society. Through their powerful stories and thought-provoking insights, these writers have addressed issues of gender, race, identity, and humanity. Let's delve into some of their impactful works:

Liv Strömquist - "I'm Every Woman" (originally in Swedish) Liv Strömquist's graphic novel "I'm Every Woman" offers a clever and engaging exploration of feminist histo…

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