Alter-Native Community

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About the Communities

  • Forming
  • Ecological
  • Town/Small City

Founding year

  • 2020

What we do

Update May 2025: Thanks for your interest. Quick update, we spent this past winter in Nicaragua getting to know the area as a potential location. We fell in love with the island of Ometepe and have all agreed that this is where we want to be.
So obviously we are still in the early stages, and we’re currently focused on finding land on Ometepe and trying to form a strong, diverse team. We are currently a group of 13 people (including children), and we are committed to values such as social and generational diversity, inclusivity, local economy, sustainability, and permaculture. At the heart of our project is a shared governance model based on trust, where every voice is valued.
Inclusivity is incredibly important to us. We have community members who identify as queer, non-binary, and polyamorous, and we are deeply committed to creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We also highly value personal autonomy and believe in fostering an atmosphere where nudity is not sexualized and where free love can be expressed naturally and respectfully. It’s essential that everyone feels seen, respected, and free to be their authentic selves.
Our vision is to live in harmony with the earth, with each other, and with the local culture, while our mission focuses on simplicity and reproducibility. Our hope is that this community will serve as a foundation for a decentralized network of like-minded communities, working together in partnership. We are looking for others who would like to band together to create a community space that would be a combination hybrid between an eco village and commune style. Some key shared values:
Non Violent Communication
Vegan
Nudity Friendly
Permaculture Food Forest
Artistry
Age Integration
Anarchist
Personal Sovereignty
Shared Resources
In search of founding member. We are in the process of working through formulating our model of operation still at the moment, but those are some highlights. Please reach out and tell us a bit about yourself? What are you looking for in community?
Update June 2024: Selling our self-built community in Virginia and looking for founding members to form new community in a tropical climate TBD. Are you passionate about creating a sustainable, inclusive, and harmonious way of life? Join us as we embark on an exciting journey to establish a new intentional community. Our vision is to cultivate a thriving community in a tropical climate, where the sun shines year-round and the land offers abundant opportunities for sustainable living.
Whether you’re experienced in intentional community living or exploring it for the first time, our Meetup group welcomes individuals who share our values and are excited about creating a meaningful and sustainable future together. Together, we’ll explore potential locations, discuss community governance models, plan sustainable infrastructure, and build relationships based on trust, respect, and shared vision.
Join us in shaping a community where every voice is heard, every skill is valued, and every member thrives. Together, we can create a haven that nurtures both people and planet, embodying the principles of sustainability, equality, and freedom. Let’s dream, plan, and build a new way of living—one that aligns with our deepest values and aspirations.
Ready to embark on this transformative journey? Join our online Meetup Group and be part of something extraordinary. Together, we can make a difference and create a community where living is truly intentional.

Our Mission

At the heart of our community will be:
Off-Grid Sustainable Living: Embracing renewable energy, water conservation, and eco-friendly practices to minimize our environmental footprint.
Permaculture Food-Forest: Creating a self-sustaining food system that mimics natural ecosystems, providing nutritious food while regenerating the land.
Egalitarianism: Fostering equality and shared decision-making among all members, valuing diverse perspectives and contributions.
Non-Violent Communication: Practicing empathy, honesty, and compassionate dialogue to resolve conflicts and build strong interpersonal relationships.
Non-Monogamy and LGBTQ+ Inclusivity: Embracing relationship structures that prioritize ethical and consensual non-monogamous partnerships, while fostering inclusivity and respect for LGBTQ+ identities and relationships within our community.
Unschooling: Nurturing lifelong learning through self-directed education and holistic child development, respecting individual learning styles and interests.
Anarchism: Promoting voluntary cooperation, autonomy, and mutual aid while challenging hierarchical structures and fostering individual freedom.
Communal Living: Sharing resources, responsibilities, and joys of everyday life, building a supportive and interconnected community.

  • Purpose
  • Ecological
  • Community type
  • Cohousing
  • Ecovillage
  • Commune
  • Sustainability practices
  • Renewable energy systems
  • Water conservation and management
  • Permaculture design
  • Activities
  • Farming
  • Education
  • Experiences
  • Services Business

Commemorative dates

  • January 1, 2020
  • Started planning
  • January 1, 2025
  • Started living together

Gallery

  • 4 Total members
  • Open to new members
  • Open to visitors
Total
13

How to join

TBD

Basic expectations or agreements for members

Please email us to schedule a call.

Primary decision-making authority

  • All Community Members Together

The whole membership decides collectively.

Decision-making process

  • Modified Consensus

Generally seek agreement, but have backup methods when consensus isn’t reached.

Governance structure

  • Collaborative/Horizontal

Power and responsibility are shared relatively equally among members.

Economic model

  • Partial Income-Sharing

Members contribute a percentage of income to community funds.

Economic scenarios for this community

  • There is a one-time fee, investment, or share purchase to join the community separate from accessing housing
  • Members need to pay fees, dues, or similar to live there on a per month or per year basis
  • There is a labor obligation

Additional economic information

Join fee: Yes
Regular fees: Yes
Labor: Encouraged or suggested

Shared resources and amenities that are accessible to everyone in the community

Common House, Garden(s), Greenhouse(s), Vehicle Share, Library, Workshop, Outbuilding(s), Swimming pond or pool, Hot tub or hot springs, Outdoor Kitchen, Large Scale Kitchen, Tractor & Farm Equipment, Stage or Auditorium, Fire pit, Swingsets & play areas, Recreational vehicles, Waterfront access, Gym or sports area

Frequency of communal meals

  • Approximately 1 meal per day

Dietary type

  • Vegan Only

Dietary restriction

  • People can cook and eat what they want in their own residence

Community activities and engagement

  • School, Educational Institute or Experience
  • Volunteer, Internship, or Apprenticeship, or WWOOF’ing
  • Ethical Business, Investment Group, or Alternative Currency
  • WWOOF'ing, Guest Farming
  • Festivals, Conferences, Events

Substance use culture

  • Substance use occurs primarily at celebrations or ceremonies

Gender composition

  • Roughly balanced (no group over 60%)

Age demographics

  • Family-focused (many children and parents)

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Location

  • Ometepe, Nicaragua

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A call for pioneers, trade-builders, and the four Elemental Elders to construct our first cooperative village prototype.

Intake Open: Flagship WE Network Village in Clubb, MO Call for pioneers, trade-builders, and 4 Elemental Elders to construct our first cooperative village prototype. WE Network is opening ground zero in Clubb, Missouri—our living model to build trade shops and train leadership teams for nationwide village rollout. We are building a self-sustaining, salvaged homestead ecosystem operating as a parallel society alongside existing systems. Bring your own living setup (tents, micro-campers, trucks, schoolies, tiny homes) to secure your lot within the co-op village. The 3×3 Exchange: Mental, Physical, & Spiritual Maintain your lot via our 3×3 exchange (3 hours/day, 3 days/week = 9 hours total): Mental: Classroom teaching, strategy, skill-sharing, and village instruction. Physical: Hands-on labor building active land and shop projects. Spiritual: Participation in our weekly Friday Fellowship Fire Circle. Trade Shops & Lot Placement Every member contributes directly to our local micro-economy: Trade Holders: Set up your specific service shop for the co-op. Transitioning Members: Assigned a trade lot to focus on constructing the physical shop structure. Weekend Operations: Retail open Saturdays and Sundays. Mid-week is reserved for building and life. Priority Intake: The Four Elemental Elders We are recruiting four foundational Elders: Earth Elder: Land, soil, livestock, permaculture, and natural materials. Air Elder: Building structures and Eco Junk waste-to-material upcycling. Fire Elder: Spiritual health, Natural Law, body healing, and Fire Circles. Water Elder: Resource flow, food storage, bookkeeping, and services. How to Apply 👉 Visit fffc.wtf to submit your intake request today.
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3 weeks ago

Harvest Moon Fellowship Fire Circle

Harvest Moon Fellowship Fire Circle WE Network Flagship Village – Clubb, MO Join us under the rising Harvest Moon for our monthly Fellowship Fire Circle as we align with Natural Law, celebrate our monthly birthdays, and hold space for community fellowship. When: Friday, September 25, 2026 (Gathering begins at dusk) Where: Flagship Village Grounds – Clubb, Missouri Who: Pioneers, trade-builders, families, and community supporters Astrological & Lunar Alignments The Harvest Moon in Aries: Sitting opposite the Sun in Virgo, this full moon illuminates Aries, bringing pioneer energy, bold action, initiative, and the drive to build. Virgo Birthdays: At this gathering, we celebrate all village members born under Virgo (harvesting skills, practical service, order, and detail). Natural Law & Elemental Alignment Earth & Water (Harvest & Storage): As the Autumnal Equinox turns the season, we honor the physical yields of our raw materials, soil stewardship, and long-term storage preparation. Fire & Air (Fellowship & Vision): We gather around the flames to heal the body, align with Natural Law, share upcoming trade shop plans, and build our parallel community ecosystem together. Seeking Foundational Elders We are actively recruiting our Four Elemental Elders (Earth, Air, Fire, Water) to help lead and anchor our flagship village. If you feel called to step into a leadership role for land stewardship, eco-upcycling, spiritual/body healing, or community systems, come connect with us at the fire. What to Bring: Camp chairs, blankets, and a spirit of fellowship. 👉 Details & Intake: Visit fffc.wtf
September 25, 2026 00:00 – September 27, 2026 23:59
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3 weeks ago

Restoring Choice - free online practice group, from Australia

Restoring Choice – free sessions and a practice group Many of us are less practised at three things than we realise: making clear requests, saying no when it isn’t a full yes, and hearing no without something getting damaged. These aren’t personality traits. They’re capacities that were trained out of many of us by ordinary structures – families where some needs were allowed and others weren’t, workplaces that reward overstretch. They can be trained back. Why this might interest people here Most communities teach communication after people arrive, once conflict has already surfaced. This works the other way round – building capacity first, and finding out what a group can do when most people already have it. What’s running Free 60-minute introduction, online. Same session each time; come to whichever suits. Register for intro session below: https://events.humanitix.com/reclaim-your-power-with-restoring-choice Four-week practice group, Tuesdays from 15 September, 6:30-8:00pm. One session a week, and at least one short written entry a day about a real situation in your own life. The writing is the actual work; the sessions support it. Sign up by Sunday 13 September. Register for practice group below: https://events.humanitix.com/restoring-choice-practice-group Everything is free. Times are Australian Eastern 6:30pm here is the early hours in most of the Americas. Worth checking before you register. Who it’s for No prior experience needed. It isn’t therapy, and I’m not a therapist. Many people find that looking honestly at how well they ask, decline, or hear a no is less flattering than expected. That’s common, and it isn’t a verdict on anyone. Run by Glenn Russo – 13 years practising this material, seven years co-facilitating an NVC practice group in Castlemaine. If you’re already living in community and would rather share what you’ve learned than join anything, I’d like to hear from you too.

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