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Berkana Exchange

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~terry Tue, Mar 29, 2005 (13:23) seed
The Berkana Exchange is a learning community and resource exchange that connects pioneering leaders throughout the globe around their shared commitment to making a difference in and beyond their communities. These leaders are developing the capacity to solve their most pressing problems�such as community health, ecological sustainability and economic self-reliance�by acting locally, connecting regionally and learning globally. The Berkana Exchange works with leadership learning centers around the globe, in such places as India, Senegal and Zimbabwe. These are places where people gather to develop their capacity as community leaders. We believe substantive change happens locally through the collective actions of ordinary people. And we believe transformation happens globally when local efforts are connected and people learn together. In this online space, we invite you to learn about and contribute your knowledge to the people and places that practice pioneering leadership. Use the Explorer window on the left to find: Leadership learning centers that are sharing their experiences, wisdom and challenges in the Exchange Practice Areas where people advance their skills and exchange knowledge across difference and distance Information about the Learning Journeys we host to visit learning centers in our community You are welcome to explore this space as a guest. Or, if you wish to contribute your thoughts and questions, please join our community by clicking the link in the Login Box to request a complimentary account. We look forward to entering into an Exchange with you. Be sure to visit the Blog below for our latest stories and activities. Warmly, Bob Stilger and Debbie Frieze
~terry Tue, Mar 29, 2005 (13:23) #1
The web address is http://www.berkanaexchange.org/ Cliff Figallo is helping these folks.
~terry Tue, Mar 29, 2005 (13:26) #2
One of these communities struck me, it's in Canada. Practices the Shire ... offers residential and non-residential programmes supporting Life-Affirming Leaders in their spheres of influence both locally and internationally practices and teaches sustainable agriculture, forestry, building, land management and traditional crafts creates opportunities for local emerging leaders to practice self-reliance and develop entrepreneurship skills supports local initiatives for community growth and development is a venue for local and international organisations and individuals working for the common good Coming Up in 2005 hosting a 3 month international internship programme in sustainable land management and self- reliant leadership hosting a 5 month local programme in sustainable land management, self - reliant leadership and entrepreneurship Shire vision day July 9th � What could the Shire also be? We are hosting international and local organisations and groups from June � October Programmes on Sustainable Building, Earth Education and Deep Ecology, Entrepreneurship, Community Leadership, Strategic Planning, Organic and Permaculture Gardens. Be welcome! Contact us at the Shire for more info, bookings and availability: +1 902 761 2736 tim@oftheshire.org
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