Your best bet at surviving a crisis is with the help of others. And who hasn't been dreaming of living in a village with all their friends? In this guide we'll show you how to make the most of existing connections, then dive into the nuts and bolts of creating an intentional community from the ground up.
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You're already surrounded by community, so let's start by strengthening those bonds. Whether it's friends, family, neighbors, or local organizations, we'll show you how to turn those connections into support networks in times of crisis.
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In this section we'll take a look at different types of communities, such as family compounds, co-housing, ecovillages, co-living, and communes, to see how successful communities are making it work all around the world.
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We don't all have the resources (or desire) to start an intentional community of our own, but that's no barrier to living in connection with others. We'll help you to define your ideal living situation, then search for, visit, and vet communities that match your vision.
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Creating an intentional community is a dream for many of us, and we want to help you turn it into a reality. In this section we'll set a vision and intention for your community, and put together a plan for its structure, size, and location.
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America's legal system doesn't cater to community living, and as such, it's easy to get tangled up in red tape. In this section we'll dive into the world of legal entities, land ownership and division, zoning and density, trusts and easements, membership and buy-in, and financing structures to help you navigate the legal world as you bring your vision to life.
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How do you make decisions as a community, and handle conflict between members? In this section we'll present a range of governance styles and mediation strategies used by successful communities, to help you navigate this challenging (and rewarding!) subject.
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