The Commons, Simplified
In Think Like a Commoner, David Bollier shows how commons-based systems—from local gardens to open-source software—help us share wealth fairly. But these shared resources are under threat. When corporations privatize…
Conscious Community
Using Zone 00 to Transform Your Inner Landscape
In Human Permaculture: Life Design for Resilient Living, authors Bernard Alonso and Cecile Guiochon create a guide for taking principles of permaculture to redesign your life and create a sustainable…
The Truth About Modern Communal Living
From bustling urban co-housing neighborhoods to eco-friendly villages, communities attract people from all walks of life seeking connection, sustainability, and a shared vision. This excerpt from Finding Community by Diana…
The True Value Of Community: More Than Just Connection
What comes to mind when you hear the word “community?” Is it neighbours coming together to transform an empty lot into a garden? Volunteers uniting to clean up a beach?…
How to Support Local Without Spending Money
Despite facing challenges, small businesses remain vital to our communities. Even on a tight budget, here are several meaningful ways to support them without spending money.
How New Society Publishers is Giving Back
🌟 This GivingTuesday, New Society Publishers is proud to support New Roads Therapeutic Recovery Community, helping men overcome substance use challenges. Inspired by Dan O’Sullivan’s powerful recovery story, we’re donating…
When Not to Use Technology for Connection
Social media can feel isolating and draining for many. In The Joy of Missing Out, Christina Crook explores how our tech-focused lives impact real connections and offers insights on finding…
Why Is Wealth Important For Community Resilience?
Is there a secret to resilient systems? Laura Lengnick believes there are key behaviors and characteristics in resilient systems that help them operate. In Resilient Agriculture, Second Edition, she outlines…