GEN Europe is the European network for ecovillages and sustainable communities. Our vision is of a conscious, resilient and sustainable Europe where ecovillage and community values and lifestyles are widely adopted. Since 1996, it’s been our mission to support and connect the ecovillage movement, encourage ecovillage development, educate for sustainability and ultimately create a world …
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Welcome to GEN Europe
We are the European Ecovillage Network: a network of intentional communities, ecovillages and national ecovillage networks working together to create a regenerative world.
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An ecovillage is an intentional, traditional or urban community that is consciously designed through locally owned, participatory processes in all four areas of regeneration (social, culture, ecology and economy) to regenerate their social and natural environments. Ecovillages come in all shapes and sizes, and can be found across the world: from traditional villages using age-old techniques, to …
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Why become a member of GEN Europe? As a membership-based organisation, at the heart of GEN Europe are the dozens of communities around Europe that have decided to actively contribute to our shared vision of a widespread and vibrant network of urban and rural communities and ecovillages to support a humane, resilient and sustainable Europe. …
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Funded volunteering in GEN Europe!
Did our post about volunteering in ecovillages intrigue you? Do you want to get closer to the ecovillage movement? Do you have skills you want to put in service to the regeneration of our planet? If you're under 30 and resident in an EU country, we have good news - GEN Europe is opening four funded volunteering positions in 2022! This long-term ESC (European Solidarity Corps) project was designed for 4 enthusiastic young people age … [Read More...] about Funded volunteering in GEN Europe!
The Art of Networking: Creation of the WE and SEEN Networks
GEN Europe creates, runs and participates in a range of European-funded projects in order to further our goals as a network of regenerative communities. In this article, participants in the WESEEN project - designed to create and strengthen regional ecovillage networks - describe their experiences and learning from the Art of Network training held as part of the project. From 18th to 22nd of October we had the pleasure to be a … [Read More...] about The Art of Networking: Creation of the WE and SEEN Networks
A brief guide to volunteering in ecovillages
"How can I volunteer in an ecovillage?" is easily the most common question we receive at GEN Europe. Whether you're simply looking for a holiday with purpose, want to meet like-minded people and learn new skills, or are seeking to dip your toe in community living for the first time, volunteering in community can be a life-changing experience. So if you're thinking of changing your life in 2022, here we give you the rundown of the most … [Read More...] about A brief guide to volunteering in ecovillages
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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.
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Subscribe to our quarterly Newsletter and be the first to hear about the latest news, jobs, opportunities and events from GEN Europe and our member ecovillages around the continent.
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Individuals, organisations and ecovillages can all become members of GEN Europe. Find out how to join and discover our membership benefits, from discounted gathering tickets to special resources and events.
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