Intentional communities

Are you new to the world of intentional communities and want a comprehensive overview? This is the Communities 101 course for you! Meet Cynthia and Yana, the experienced communitarians who will guide you through the history, culture, and landmarks of a global movement. Leave with advice for how you too can start or join a community.

For most Americans, housing is the single biggest expense in their personal budget. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average household spends

Find intentional communities, ecovillages, cohousing, communes, co-ops, and cooperative living arrangements in the Communities Directory

Photo credit: Shira Golding.The Fall issue of Grassroots Economic Organizing (GEO) covers the relationship between intentional communities and solidarity

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This publication aims to help local governments, water utilities, nonprofit organizations, neighborhood groups, and other stakeholders integrate green infrastructure strategies into plans that can transform their communities.

Imagine living in a home that generates more energy than it consumes. What if I also told you that the house was constructed with only sustainable materials and no toxic chemicals? The Rachel Carson eco-village is making that dream a reality. Learn more about their visions for the neighborhood, residents, and the surrounding community. #ecovillagedesign #ecovillagecommunity #ecofriendlyliving #ecofriendly #ecofriendlyhouse #villagelife #villageaesthetic #homesteading #homesteadaesthetic…

The Five Elements of Community Design: 1️⃣ Architecture: a strategy for the layout of a community 2️⃣Member Content: written, visual, audio, and video content organized for the community 3️⃣ Experience: onboarding, communication, notifications, and interactions 4️⃣Culture: the tone, guidelines, and expectations of your community 5️⃣ Participation: methods for members to share, connect, and communicate within the community #communitydesign

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