The organizations listed in this section offer advocacy training related to community, spirituality and Earth stewardship. Vessel Garden is actively exploring the definition of "advocacy" in determining which resources are most resonant with the purpose of this site - this page will continue to evolve in the near future.
EAT began in late 2000 when author and activist Starhawk and permaculture designer and master teacher Penny Livingston-Stark asked some new questions: "What can permaculturalists and activists learn from each other that would make each more effective? What skills do people need to know in order to really 'save the planet'? How can we teach these skills in ways that ripple out to others?" Attend an Earth Activist Training (EAT), and take home proven, practical systems and skills you can use in your daily life to create the world you want to live in. Led by an experienced team of core, guest, and student teachers, foundational EAT courses weave magic, nature awareness, ritual, and activism into rigorous permaculture programs.
The Great River Earth Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering personal and cultural transformation through grassroots study and discussion that encourages individuals to examine their deeply held values, accept responsibility for the Earth and choose to live in ways that are as ecologically friendly as possible. We also work to provide opportunities for people who are in the process of Earth-centered personal transformation to get together for support, celebration and community. more coming soon!
Declarations:
The Kimberly Declaration International Indigenous Peoples Summit on Sustainable Development August 20-23, 2002 Kimberley, South Africa
