A fairly academic multi-disciplinary, non-membership group, who meet in different European locations to discuss Utopian history(ies) and ideas. This is there web contact location.
In 1997 in the country of Lithuania, the residents of the area declared the Republic of Užupis, along with its own flag, currency, president, cabinet of ministers, a constitution written by Romas Lileikis and Thomas Chepaitis, an anthem, and an army (numbering approximately 11 men). They celebrate this independence annually on Užupis Day, which falls on April 1st. Perhaps the date is not a coincidence? A place for artists and dreamers.
The Ferry House is located in the Netherlands. It’s linked Foundation says it is about creating a new Economy, based on ‘sharing the Earth’. They say that:
“You are curious about the idea of sharing the entire Earth with each other and treating her nicely as a heritage. For example, you have to pay more and more for a piece of land that makes healthy living together increasingly impossible. You wish it were different.
Follow our Veerhuis campaign to give away land and how that creates the conditions for a new economy and society.”
Born in Montreal, Canada – brainchild of Shane Smith and Suroosh Alvi. VICE started life as an edgy counter-cultural magazine and has ended up a behemoth of a web and video presence. Controversial and unpredictable content. Much that is non-PC. But quite a lot of ‘alternative’ reportage of world events. But backed by corporate leaders and money. Now challenging CNN! Handle with care…
A mystical valley and village in Ecuador. A ‘lost paradise’ or ‘paradise lost’, depending upon who you listen to. Home supposedly of some of the oldest inhabitants on Earth and the San Pedro Mushrooms. Much visited including by many would be shamen and women. But because of too many tourists, rapes and other problems, it has its downsides, as well as stunning scenery and some very committed eco-villagers, organic farmers and eco-tourism.
Links to ‘International Living’ article about properties and living in the area, and to a video about Shambalabamba Community.
A vibrant arts community in the heart of Senegal. This is a link to their facebook page and a video link.
Lots of good images of artists using recycled materials, including Rolando Politi. And lots of buildings and living spaces made from waste and recycled materials. A good fun site.
Void-network from Athens…described by Wolfgang, as: “if you remix: militancy and dancefloor you get…maybe something like milidance :).”
Void Network : Viva La Anarquia – on YouTube, plus a link to the main blog site.
Between 1968 and 1972, Stewart Brand and friends produced a series of Whole Earth Catalogs. They became the alternative underground bible filled with alternative ideas and living styles for a generation around the globe. The last edition and other related titles are up on line for free.
So, is this a movement? An international organisation? Or, a trademark controversy about ‘ownership’? Or….?
The FB site states:
“Wild Woman Sisterhood is a Global operating organization providing Teachings, Events and Women Circles. All dedicated to development, healing and inner growth in which we unleash the Wild Woman defined in all of us. Founded by Tara Isis Gerris and now an expanding circle of inspiring strong, free and authentic women-originated from all over the globe.”
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