Transition Network International
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Transition means change — a shift from one way of living to another. The Transition Movement, which began in Britain and Ireland in 2006, has since grown into an international network of communities spanning 67 countries. It envisions a world where every individual can become part of a supportive community, feeling safe, welcomed, and empowered to thrive.
It is only at the level of community that we are able to imagine and create resilient and thriving living conditions that actually work within a turbulent transition era. We can’t rely on others anymore.
Transition emphasises local, community-led actions. It explores new ways we can work together to create communities that are fair, strong, and healthy for everyone.
In practice, Transition groups create renewable energy projects, support local food production, encourage new businesses, bring nature back into cities, and build strong connections between people and organisations.
Each Transition group chooses activities based on what local people need and want. This helps make sure the activities are useful and relevant for each community.
Transition groups and communities usually share these characteristics
- Engage with the need for change
- Co-create motivating and imaginative narratives and visions
- Connect and care for each other
- Support inner transformations
- Address injustice
- Apply Living Systems Design
- Take practical actions
- Contribute to a wellbeing economy
- Broaden and deepen participation
- Energise networks and alliances
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