FIC Needs You To Survive and Thrive
Posted on August 7, 2023 byby Kim Kanney & Daniel Greenberg — FIC Co-directors We humbly ask for your immediate support to ensure the FIC will survive in 2023 and thrive in 2024 and beyond. Every year, close to half a million people visit ic.org seeking insights and community through FIC’s directory, bookstore, and our online programs, forums, and resources.… Read More
Intimacy in Community with Dave Booda
Posted on August 2, 2023 byIntimacy in Community with Dave Booda Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 019 Hear from intimacy nerd Dave Booda, about why intimacy is so important, get new ideas on prompts that can lead towards deeper connection, and discover ways to create a safe container to meet people where they’re at on their intimacy journey. In this… Read More
FIC at the GEN Europe Gathering 2023
Posted on July 28, 2023 byFIC at the GEN Europe Gathering 2023 By Daniel Greenberg, FIC Co-Director Radical Self-Love, Eldership in Community, Solidarity Economy, Regenerative Lifestyles, Sociocracy, Embodied Climate Dialogue, Net Zero Power, Indigenous Insights, Birthing the New Humanity…. Interested? These were just a few of the workshop topics presented at the recent GEN Europe Gathering that took place at… Read More
Military Veterans in Intentional Communities Survey
Posted on July 21, 2023 by4 Comments
The Relationship Between Major Institutions and Sense of Belonging Surveys of Military Veterans Residing in Intentional Communities Click here to fill out the survey Hello fellow lovers of community, I’m a former Navy Officer, current board member for the FIC and lover of intentional community living. I’ve often noticed a deep and meaningful connection between… Read More
Aging Well Together with Margaret Critchlow
Posted on June 13, 2023 byAging Well Together with Margaret Critchlow Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 018 Hear from Margaret Critchlow, PhD., about finding connection as an older person, and building communities where elders can thrive emotionally, spiritually, mentally, and physically. In this episode About Margaret Critchlow Margaret Critchlow, PhD, taught anthropology at York University in Toronto, Canada for 25… Read More
Raising Children in Community with Amy Saloner
Posted on May 30, 2023 byRaising Children in Community with Amy Saloner Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 017 For many looking for community, a primary goal is to be a part of a multigenerational reality where they can raise their own children or be in that special relationship of co-parent or auntie/ uncle. Whether folks are looking for support or… Read More
Reclaiming Placemaking for Liberation with Ridhi D’Cruz
Posted on May 4, 2023 byReclaiming Placemaking for Liberation with Ridhi D’Cruz Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 016 We’re kicking off Season 2 with a pair of episodes about Placemaking, how we design and consider creating environments for healthy thriving humans. In this second episode, Ridhi D’Cruz approaches the topic from a liberatory and healing perspective. In this episode About… Read More
Designing Shared Spaces with Bryan Bowen
Posted on May 4, 2023 byDesigning Shared Spaces with Bryan Bowen Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 015 We’re kicking off Season 2 with a pair of episodes about Placemaking, how we design and consider creating environments for healthy thriving humans. In this first episode, I talk with Bryan Bowen about the ins and outs of designing sustainable spaces for healthy,… Read More
Table of Contents & Introduction
Posted on April 27, 2023 byBuilding Belonging: Your Guide to Starting a Residential Intentional Community Table of Contents Introduction: What Time Is It? Part 1: Setting the Stage Part 2: Defining and Materializing Your Community Part 3: Transitioning to Community Life Conclusion Introduction Living in community is an inherently radical act. We’re relearning how to think and relate as “we”… Read More
Season 2 Trailer – Inside Community podcast
Posted on April 10, 2023 bySeason 2 Trailer Inside Community Podcast Welcome back to Season 2 of the Inside Community Podcast! On this show we explore the beautiful and messy realities of living inside community and this season we are diving into more of the messy and the nitty gritty of what it takes to build cooperative culture. This trailer… Read More
State of the Communities Movement with Yana, Sky and Cassandra
Posted on July 20, 2022 byState of the Communities Movement with Cassandra, Sky and Yana Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 014 Join communities experts Yana Ludwig, Sky Blue, and Cassandra Ferrera for a panel discussion on the state of the communities movement. In this episode About Yana, Sky and Cassandra Yana Ludwig is a cooperative culture pioneer, intentional communities advocate,… Read More
Visiting Communities with Anthony ‘Campo’ Campbell
Posted on June 30, 2022 byVisiting Communities with Anthony ‘Campo’ Campbell Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 013 Listen to ideas on how to best engage with communities you would like to visit, so you and your host get the most benefit from your time together. Campo, Katie and their three daughters (4, 6 and 8) have spent time travelling the… Read More
Creating Inclusivity with Sociocracy with Ted Rau
Posted on June 16, 2022 byCreating Inclusivity with Sociocracy with Ted Rau Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 012 Hear Ted Rau share how sociocracy brings an incredible opportunity to cooperative groups to embody higher levels of inclusivity through their governance. At the beginning of this episode, we get a unique opportunity to hear Ted’s story of transitioning in community with… Read More
Exploring Cohousing with Trish Becker
Posted on June 2, 2022 byExploring Cohousing with Trish Becker Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 011 Cohousing benefits include autonomy, resource sharing, social and emotional connection, and a model for engagement and democracy that reaches beyond community walls. Join Trish Becker and I, as we discuss the ins and outs of cohousing. In this episode About Trish Becker Trish Becker… Read More
Navigating Conflict and Restoring Connection with Alyson Ewald
Posted on May 20, 2022 byNavigating Conflict and Restoring Connection with Alyson Ewald Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 010 Conflict is inevitable. Alyson Ewald shares how to have a good fight and transform harm into connection, through personal and effective conflict systems. In this episode About Alyson Ewald Alyson Ewald works with individuals and groups to design systems and practices… Read More
Skillful Facilitation for Any Situation with Laird Schaub
Posted on May 6, 2022 bySkillful Facilitation for Any Situation with Laird Schaub Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 009 Moving groups through tough decisions can be tricky, if not impossible, without a skilled and well-trained facilitator to hold folks through the process. Laird Schaub joins us today to talk about the how’s and why’s of excellent facilitation. You’ll learn from… Read More
Income Sharing & Innovating Economy with Sky Blue
Posted on April 22, 2022 byIncome Sharing & Innovating Economy with Sky Blue Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 008 In this episode, I’m joined by Sky Blue to discuss income sharing and innovating economic models by living in community. We examine some of the ways communities and collaborative culture endeavors are reimagining the way they design and live into their… Read More
Governance & Decision Making with Diana Leafe Christian
Posted on April 8, 2022 byGovernance & Decision Making with Diana Leafe Christian Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 007 When it comes to deciding who gets to make decisions and how decisions get made, the communities movement has done a lot to innovate more equitable and transparent strategies. In today’s conversation with Diana Leafe Christian, we talk about the importance… Read More
Facilitation and Politics with Yana Ludwig
Posted on March 28, 2022 byFacilitation and Politics with Yana Ludwig Inside Community Podcast — Episode 004 [Part II] This is a bonus conversation from episode 004 on Finding Co-Founders and Creating Cooperative Culture. Enjoy! Follow the show and see inspiring images and video of community life on Instagram @InsideCommunityPodcast – I’d love to hear from you there! If this content has… Read More
Finding Your Land with Jonah Mesritz
Posted on March 26, 2022 byFinding Your Land with Jonah Mesritz Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 006 Sometimes the community dream only starts to “feel real” when the time finally comes for forming groups to purchase land. Putting down a large sum of money and taking that responsibility on with other people often brings up a load of fear and… Read More
Demystifying Legal Frameworks with Clifford Paulin & Jonah Mesritz
Posted on March 12, 2022 byDemystifying Legal Frameworks with Clifford Paulin & Jonah Mesritz Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 005 Do legal structures and documents make your head spin? Fear not! In this episode we’re diving into the financial and legal issues all communities face (but many dread looking at) with two expert guides. Solid agreements are essential for creating… Read More
Finding Co-Founders and Creating Cooperative Culture with Yana Ludwig
Posted on February 26, 2022 byFinding Co-Founders and Creating Cooperative Culture with Yana Ludwig Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 004 [Part I] Thinking of starting an intentional community? The first step is finding “your people” — the fellow founders you will join with to build community. This is no easy task! Timing, personality, finances, vision, and values are but a few… Read More
Becoming a Steward of the Commons with Lee Warren
Posted on February 11, 2022 byBecoming a Steward of the Commons with Lee Warren Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 003 There are many communities out there looking for capable and eager new members to become a part of their project and help build their vision. Today we are going to focus on how you might best approach those communities, how… Read More
Vision and Values with Dave Henson
Posted on January 28, 2022 byThis episode explores the topic of Mission, Vision, and Values in community. These guiding principles and founding documents help communities determine who they are and what they do. In many ways, this is the “intention” part of intentional community. Joining me on a deep dive into this topic is Dave Henson.
Why me? Why now? The Introduction
Posted on January 13, 2022 byWhy me? Why now? The Introduction Inside Community Podcast — Ep. 000 In this episode, I take a moment to introduce myself, tell you a little bit about my journey creating and living in community, and why this podcast felt so important for me to create now. Follow the show and see inspiring images and… Read More
What is Community? Fantasy vs. Reality
Posted on January 13, 2022 byHello friends and welcome to the Inside Community Podcast where I bring you along for an inside look at what it takes to create and sustain community. In this episode we are going to take a look at what we actually mean when we say “community.”
Timeline of Intentional Communities
Posted on October 8, 2021 byContent below was originally published by Peace News and author Lauren Kelley. Search for communities in our directory. This is not in any way intended to be a definitive statement – more a pointer to some of the more significant developments in the theory and practice of community. Intentional Communities Timeline 6th Century BCE through… Read More
It’s a wrap! — Greeting and 2020 Update from FIC Core Team
Posted on November 18, 2020 byFriends and supporters, We put together the video above as our way of saying hello, showing appreciation for your support, and giving some updates on how 2020 was for FIC. Have a watch and enjoy! Much more information is available in our 2020 Annual Report. This report is the culmination of a year of unexpected… Read More
New! 🌟Intentional Community t-shirts, hoodies, masks and more!
Posted on November 13, 2020 byAll new t-shirts, tanks, hoodies, bags and masks so you can show the world how much you love intentional community. Happy shopping ya’ll! Get a jump start on your holiday shopping with gifts made for community lovers. Plus! When you shop with us, your purchase supports our non-profit in carrying out our mission to grow intentional… Read More
BIPOC Intentional Communities Fund: show your support!
Posted on August 18, 2020 by14 Comments
Dear friends and supporters, We have a big announcement to share with all of you… The Foundation for Intentional Community (FIC) is now contributing 10% of all donations to the BIPOC Intentional Communities Fund. Our mission is to cultivate radically safe and inclusive communities for black, indigenous, and people of color by providing inspiration, solidarity,… Read More
