Three things we can do to make the world a better place:
Rethink
Why doesn’t endless economic growth make us happier? What can we learn from non-Western cultures? What do we mean by “progress” and “growth”?
Resist
Speak out against the global market that widens the gap between rich and poor, devastates ecosystems and separates us from each other and the Earth.
Renew
Celebrate a way of life that respects Nature, justice and real democracy. Rebuild local economies & communities, and restore cultural & biological diversity.
Rethink
Why doesn’t endless economic growth make us happier? What can we learn from non-Western cultures? What do we mean by “progress” and “growth”?
Resist
Speak out against the global market that widens the gap between rich and poor, devastates ecosystems and separates us from each other and the Earth.
Renew
Celebrate a way of life that respects Nature, justice and real democracy. Rebuild local economies & communities, and restore cultural & biological diversity.
Watch our new short video
Made in collaboration with filmmaker Damon Gameau, this video offers us a different future, away from the current global system – one in which communities and ecosystems are flourishing, and people are more connected.
The global to local message is delivered by three strong voices Ella Noah Bancroft, Helena Norberg-Hodge and Damon Gameau.
80 partners in 30 countries & contributions from:
Supported by H.H. the XIV Dalai Lama
Watch our short video and listen to inspirational talks. Join us in 2022!
80 partners in 30 countries & contributions from:
Supported by H.H. the XIV Dalai Lama
Watch our short video and listen to inspirational talks. Join us in 2022!
Local food can save the world!
Watch our latest short film highlighting the impacts of large, industrialised farms in the global food system versus the multiple benefits of smaller, more diversified farms in local food economies.
All our documentaries and short videos are free to watch on Vimeo and YouTube.
Local food can save the world!
Watch our latest short film highlighting the impacts of large, industrialised farms in the global food system versus the multiple benefits of smaller, more diversified farms in local food economies.
All our documentaries and short videos are free to watch on Vimeo and YouTube.
Books by Helena Norberg-Hodge
founder & director of Local Futures
Ancient Futures
“Everyone who cares about the future of this planet … should read this book.”
~ The Guardian ~
Local Is Our Future
“Localization… is the only hope for the future. Read this book.”
~ Iain McGilchrist ~
Books by Helena Norberg-Hodge
founder & director of Local Futures
Ancient Futures
“Everyone who cares about the future of this planet … should read this book.”
~ The Guardian ~
Local Is Our Future
“Localization… is the only hope for the future. Read this book.”
~ Iain McGilchrist ~
'The Economics of Happiness' - our award-winning documentary
“What’s our favorite documentary of all time? The one film we wish everyone could see? Hands down, this is it. It is truly one of the most important and useful films for inspiring change that has been made in a generation.”
– Films For Action
'The Economics of Happiness' - our award-winning documentary
“What’s our favorite documentary of all time? The one film we wish everyone could see? Hands down, this is it. It is truly one of the most important and useful films for inspiring change that has been made in a generation.”
– Films For Action
It's time for action
Our resources, projects and action pages will show you how to rebuild your local community and local economy.
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Plan a community film screening
We’ve helped organize over 1,000 screenings of ‘The Economics of Happiness’ and are happy to guide you through the process.
Translate understanding into activism
Our collection of activist tools are designed to provide a ‘big picture’ perspective on how the global economy impacts society and the environment.
Join the International Alliance for Localization
A cross-cultural network of thinkers, activists and NGOs dedicated to exploring radically new visions of development and progress.
Plan a community film screening
We’ve helped organize over 1,000 screenings of ‘The Economics of Happiness’ and are happy to guide you through the process.
Translate understanding into activism
Our collection of activist tools are designed to provide a ‘big picture’ perspective on how the global economy impacts society and the environment.
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Our Ladakhi roots
For over 40 years, we have been running a range of projects – in agriculture, renewable energy and much more – in the Himalayan region of Ladakh.
Planet Local
A constantly-growing library of inspiring grassroots initiatives. Find out what’s going on near you and find inspiration for your next localization project.
How insane is global trade?
We’ve produced a factsheet and 3-minute tongue-in cheek film that helps to explain how and why ‘insane trade’ happens.
Localization in 2.5 minutes
Our ‘Going Local: the solution-multiplier’ animation provides an overview of localization. 32 Different translations are available.
Food & farming short film series
We have compiled a collection of free-to-view short films that feature local food & farming projects around the world.
How insane is global trade?
We’ve produced a factsheet and 3-minute tongue-in cheek film that helps to explain how and why ‘insane trade’ happens.
Localization in 2.5 minutes
Our ‘Going Local: the solution-multiplier’ animation provides an overview of localization. 32 Different translations are available.
Food & farming short film series
We have compiled a collection of free-to-view short films that feature local food & farming projects around the world.