To create an economic system that supports human and planetary well-being, we need to be the instigators of change – we can’t wait for those in power to take the steps needed. This page is full of resources that describe the causes of the crises we face, and ways to support local economies in your own backyard and around the world.
Sign Up for our Learning Program
We have created an email learning program to help you learn everything there is to know about resisting the global juggernaut and renewing local economies and communities.
Learning Guides
Here you’ll find a series of step-by-step guides that will walk you through the many impacts of the global economy, and the multiple benefits of local economies.
About Globalization
Globalization may be good for big business, but it imposes heavy environmental, social and psychological costs on people and the planet.
About Localization
Localization is simply an economic shift away from the global towards the local – one that enables communities to take back control over their own affairs.
Big Picture Activism
Big Picture Activism is a framework for building a movement powerful enough to shift the economy from global to local.
Free Reading Materials
We’ve created a number of resources that you can download for free. These reports, papers, and booklets are great for offline reading. View a complete list of all our free reading materials.
Other Ways To Get Involved
From participating in a conference to organizing a film screening – there are lots of steps you can take now.
Attend an
Event
We’ve organized over 20 international conferences, and we host workshops regularly.
Organize a
Workshop
Our DIY workshop kits provide everything you’ll need.
Organize a
Film Screening
Help us spread the message with a public screening in your community.
Further Inspiration
We’re always amazed at the sheer number of individuals and groups working towards similar goals. On the pages listed below you can find out about other inspiring organizations, films and further reading.
Organizations For Change
A list of organizations across the globe working to create a better world.
Recommended Readings
A sampling of excellent books about the issues that matter.
Films for
Change
Our continually updated list of recommended films and documentaries.