An annual worldwide celebration of ecological economies, communities, and local food:
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Explore voices and storiesA month of local celebrations every year
World Localization Day, on June 21st, celebrates the worldwide localization movement–not only on the day itself, but during the entire month of June. In 2023, for the fourth year in a row, people all over the world will come together to explore the power of localization, and to honor the many initiatives, old and new, that foster ecological economies, thriving communities and healthy local food systems. Stay tuned for 2023 updates, and browse past events below.
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Cross-sector
21-06 EnglishJun21Premiere of Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution
ONLINE. On World Localization Day June 21, Local Futures is releasing a new film - Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution (50 min).
International
Jun21Premiere of Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution
InternationalCross-sectorONLINE. On World Localization Day June 21, Local Futures is releasing a new film - Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution (50 min).
Away from the screens of the mainstream media, the crude ‘bigger is better’ narrative that has dominated economic thinking for centuries is being challenged. As people work to protect and restore their local economies, their communities and the natural world, countless diverse initiatives are demonstrating a new path forward for humanity. It’s a path that localizes rather than globalizes, connects rather than separates, and shows us that human beings need not be the problem – we can be the solution.
Featuring activists from every continent alongside figures like Russell Brand, Noam Chomsky, Vandana Shiva, Helena Norberg-Hodge, Naomi Klein, Jane Goodall and Gabor Maté, _Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution _is a timely and compelling call to action.
Watch and screen the film on the World Localization website: https://worldlocalizationday.org/film
Contact info@localfutures to receive a link to download the film for offline viewing.
Organizer(s)Local FuturesLocal Futures, convener of World Localization Day, is a non-profit organization dedicated to revitalizing cultural and biological diversity and strengthening local communities and economies worldwide.
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Cross-sector
21-06 EnglishJun21Planet Local: film premiere discussion with key vo...
ONLINE. Join Helena Norberg-Hodge, author Jeremy Lent, and deep ecologist Joanna Macy to reflect on the many far-reaching themes explored in the new documentary Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution.
International
Jun21Planet Local: film premiere discussion with key voices
InternationalCross-sectorONLINE. Join Helena Norberg-Hodge (film director and founding-director of Local Futures), author Jeremy Lent, and deep ecologist Joanna Macy to reflect on the many far-reaching themes explored in the new documentary Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution that is premiering on World Localization Day, June 21st, 2022.
Delve into a robust discussion of the multi-layered impacts of the global economy and consumer culture, the power of going local, and the bottom-up responses needed for fundamental systemic transformation.
A Q&A session will give participants the chance to interact with some of the world's leading minds on these topics.
June 21st, 8pm New York | June 22nd, 10am Sydney
FREE REGISTRATION:
https://events.humanitix.com/planet-local-post-film-discussion-with-key-voices-from-the-filmOrganizer(s)Local FuturesLocal Futures, convener of World Localization Day, is a non-profit organization dedicated to revitalizing cultural and biological diversity and strengthening local communities and economies worldwide.
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Cross-sector
22-06 EnglishJun22The power of localisation: exploring transformativ...
ONLINE. In this “Communities for the Future” online session, hosted by ECOLISE, you will have a chance to explore the importance of the local (bioregional) scale (vs globalisation) for regeneration and just transition, and the transformative contribution of community-led initiatives.
Europe - regional
Jun22The power of localisation: exploring transformative community-led initiatives
Europe - regionalCross-sectorONLINE. We are excited to offer you an online session to discover and explore the potential of Localisation in strengthening and mainstreaming community-led approaches as a response to the climate emergency. We will discuss what is localisation, and what type of localisation is needed, exploring what opportunities can bring, diving into how ECOLISE is approaching it, and showcasing a few key examples from the ECOLISE network. This event is part of the World Localization Day promoted world wide by Local Futures.
Our speakers are:
- Ad Vlems, initiator of Boekel Ecovillage in The Netherlands
- Cristiano Bottone, cofounder of the first Italian Transition Initiative
- Filka Sekulova, scholar at ICTA, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and Research & Degrowth
June 22nd, 3pm - 4:30pm CEST
Please find a recording of this session here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=apw5UDEDv28Organizer(s)ECOLISEECOLISE - The European Network for Community-Led Initiatives on Climate Change and Sustainability - is a coalition of organisations engaged in promoting and supporting local communities across Europe in their efforts to build pathways to a sustainable future. The members of ECOLISE include international, national and regional networks of community-based initiatives, as well as other bodies engaged in European-level research, training, communications and more.Communities for FutureCommunities for Future is an online platform spearheaded by ECOLISE. The platform aims to inspire and support local communities and actions for a healthier, fairer, and more sustainable world.
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Cross-sector
22-06 EnglishJun22Permaculture Film Club - Planet Local: A Quiet Rev...
ONLINE. Join the Permaculture Film Club for the film screening of Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution - followed by a discussion with Morag Gamble of the Permaculture Education Institute and Helena Norberg-Hodge of Local Futures.
Australia
Jun22Permaculture Film Club - Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution
AustraliaCross-sectorONLINE. Join the Permaculture Film Club for the film screening of "Planet Local: A Quiet Revolution" - a new film from Helena Norberg-Hodge and the Local Futures team.
Following the livestream of this new release film, film club host Morag Gamble, founder of the Permaculture Education Institute, will be joined by the filmmaker, Helena Norberg-Hodge, for a discussion and Q&A exploring the quiet revolution that is emerging across the world.
June 22nd, 7pm - 8:15pm AEST
Register here.
Organizer(s)Permaculture Education InstitutePermaculture Education Institute is a social enterprise offering comprehensive online permaculture design and permaculture teacher education programs The programs are designed to support people around the world to live well, regenerate the earth and allow permaculture to inform not just their lifestyles but their livelihoods, too.
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Food
27-06 FrançaisJun27Green classes: agroecology and localization 2022
Salim Dara and his team are hosting a week-long learning programme focusing on agroecology and localization at Solidarité Rurale's agroecological demonstration farm in Djougou, Benin.
Benin
Jun27Green classes: agroecology and localization 2022
BeninFoodSalim Dara and his team are hosting a week-long learning programme focusing on agroecology and localization at Solidarité Rurale's agroecological demonstration farm in Djougou, Benin. Throughout the week, 50 youth will learn about the need to promote and strengthen local economies to break the cycle of capitalism. Salim and the Solidarité Rurale team will engage youth in hands-on farming activities, introducing them to key sustainable land-management practices, from agroecology and agroforestry to the use of organic compost instead of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. They will also address the need to defend the sacred by protecting water, soil, and all living beings.
On Wednesday, June 29th, Solidarite Rurale will celebrate World Localization Day, with a special focus on local food. They will host discussions of the importance of local food and farming as a dignified livelihood, and how this ties in with the worldwide localization movement. Parents will join their children on this day, and the celebration will conclude with a local food feast under a sacred tree.June 27th - July 2nd, in person.
Organizer(s)Solidarité RuraleSalim Dara is revolutionizing agricultural education in Benin through a hands-on agricultural entrepreneurship program and holistic farming model. He founded the nonprofit education center Solidarité Rurale, an education center that provides a path for dignified land-based livelihoods for youth. The first goal: teach youth how to dream, to see the opportunities all around them, and to use available resources. The second: share agroecology skills to help them create jobs for themselves and others.
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Artisanal production
01-06 EnglishJun01Fibershed Localization Hub
Fibershed is excited to host a localization hub on their website throughout the month of June and beyond, featuring stories, tools, and resources related to local economies.
USA
Jun01Fibershed Localization Hub
USAArtisanal productionEcologyAs a nonprofit organization that develops equity-focused regional and land regenerating natural fiber and dye systems, Fibershed is deeply invested in the power of localization. We are excited to host a localization hub on our website throughout the month of June and beyond. At this destination, visitors will find some of our favorite stories, tools, and resources related to the importance of local economies and production. Fibershed will continue to share this hub throughout the month, inviting visitors to share their thoughts about the stories and concepts provided.
Throughout June.
Link to online hub:
https://fibershed.org/celebrating-world-localization-day-2022-at-fibershed/Organizer(s)FibershedFibershed is a non-profit organization in California that develops equity-focused regional and land regenerating natural fiber and dye systems. We are transforming the economic and ecologic systems that clothe us to generate equitable and climate change ameliorating textile cultures. Fibershed includes a network of farmers, ranchers, designers, sewers, weavers, knitters, felters, spinners, mill owners, and natural dyers living and working within 51 counties in the North and Central regions of California.
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Ecology
01-06 EnglishJun01
Fibershed Localization Hub
Fibershed is excited to host a localization hub on their website throughout the month of June and beyond, featuring stories, tools, and resources related to local economies.
USA
Jun01Fibershed Localization Hub
USAArtisanal productionEcologyAs a nonprofit organization that develops equity-focused regional and land regenerating natural fiber and dye systems, Fibershed is deeply invested in the power of localization. We are excited to host a localization hub on our website throughout the month of June and beyond. At this destination, visitors will find some of our favorite stories, tools, and resources related to the importance of local economies and production. Fibershed will continue to share this hub throughout the month, inviting visitors to share their thoughts about the stories and concepts provided.
Throughout June.
Link to online hub:
https://fibershed.org/celebrating-world-localization-day-2022-at-fibershed/Organizer(s)FibershedFibershed is a non-profit organization in California that develops equity-focused regional and land regenerating natural fiber and dye systems. We are transforming the economic and ecologic systems that clothe us to generate equitable and climate change ameliorating textile cultures. Fibershed includes a network of farmers, ranchers, designers, sewers, weavers, knitters, felters, spinners, mill owners, and natural dyers living and working within 51 counties in the North and Central regions of California.
