Upcoming events
Local Futures organizes a wide range of events – from international conferences, workshops and webinars to the annual World Localization Day. In addition, founder Helena Norberg-Hodge and other staff frequently speak at events hosted by like-minded organizations all over the world. We look forward to seeing you there.
SEP 02
Planet Local Sharing Circle
We're inviting you to a 90-minute participatory online gathering for connection, reflection, and action toward the global-to-local shift.
Hosted by Local Futures
SEP 15
Join Helena Norberg-Hodge at the Royal Society of Arts for what promises to be a thought-provoking evening exploring one of the defining questions of our time. How can we build healthier and more resilient communities in aglobalised world?
Hosted by Memnosyne UK Chapter
SEP 11-12
Regen Gathering (opens in new tab)
Helena Norberg-Hodge will be speaking at this 2-day regenerative festival, on the Island of Jersey, that puts farmers at the heart of change.
Hosted by Regen
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World Localization Day (opens in new tab)
Every June, communities around the world celebrate World Localization Day with films, conversations and local gatherings that highlight practical solutions for healthier local economies and cultures.
Highlights from past events
Explore gatherings from recent years, including conferences, summits and community events hosted by Local Futures around the world.
Planet Local Summit Ladakh - 2025
Held in Bristol, UK on 3–7 September 2025, the Planet Local Summit brought together changemakers from Ladakh, India, and around the world. Explore the Summit website.
Feminine Futures event - 2024
Watch highlights from the inspiring Feminine Futures event at Schumacher College, UK. Seven remarkable women from around the world share insights on a wide range of topics.
Planet Local Summit Bristol - 2023
The Summit held in Bristol, UK, was a great success with more than 1000 people attending in person and up to 1700 joining by livestream. Visit the Summit website to watch recordings.
Economics of Happiness Conferences
To date, we've held 27 conferences in 8 different countries kick-starting critical debate about the global corporate economy, and exploring locally-adapted alternatives.