GENESIS
Global Ecovillage Network Europe Sustainable Initiatives Support
Transform your understanding of community living through immersive learning in European ecovillages. GENESIS combines hands-on experience with expert facilitation training to support the creation of more just, sustainable, and equitable communities.
Whether you’re exploring community life for the first time, seeking facilitation skills, or looking to become a certified CLIPS ambassador, our three-module program offers flexible learning paths hosted in authentic ecovillage settings across Europe.
Three Learning Modules
Module 1: Community Living Experience
October 24-31, 2025 | Arterra Bizimodu, Spain
Hands-on exploration of community life and group dynamics. Perfect for newcomers to community living.
- Hands-on community life exploration
- Group dynamics and collective living
- For newcomers to community life
Module 2: Facilitation Training
January 3-10, 2026 | Torri Superiore, Italy
Master group decision-making, conflict resolution, and participatory leadership for aspiring facilitators.
- Group decision-making and conflict resolution
- Meeting facilitation and participatory leadership
- For aspiring facilitators
Module 3: CLIPS Training
February 27 – March 6, 2026 | Sunny Hill, Slovenia
Advanced methodology training and certification for experienced facilitators.
- Advanced CLIPS methodology training
- Community project guidance techniques
- For more experienced facilitators
Each module can be taken individually or as part of the complete program. Participants receive progressive discounts for attending multiple modules.
Flexible Participation
Take modules individually (€650-700 per module including food and acommodation) or complete the full program (€950-1050 including food and acommodation) with progressive discounts. Early bird pricing available until 30 days before each module starts.
Experience immersive learning in European ecovillages – combining theory with hands-on practice using proven methods tested across nine European countries!
Ready to catalyze positive change?
