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For more than 40 years, Local Futures has raised awareness about the power of going local to restore ecological and human wellbeing.
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Going local rebuilds local economies and communities, and restores cultural and biological diversity. →
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Books by Helena Norberg-Hodge
founder and 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 ~