21. February 2017 – 28. February 2017 | Trebnitz

Local in Global: Prosperity without Growth?

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Our international training for youth workers, educators and multipliers "Local in Global: Prosperity without Growth?" is taking place from February 21st to 28th in Trebnitz, Germany.

How can there be a good life for all within the ecological limits of our planet? That is the guiding question of this international training. It offers an opportunity to:

deepen your understanding of the pros and cons of economic growth
discover alternative ways of living and doing economics
develop own ideas and interact with participants from six different countries.

The predominant economic model of our time is based on unlimited growth and the exploitation of natural resources. But how can there be infinite growth on a finite planet?Manifold crises - including climate change, increasing social disparities across the globe, large migration movements, an instable financial system and a loss of confidence in political institutions - indicate that the capitalist system is failing.Together we will critically reflect upon the growth paradigm and explore paths to a post-growth society that is more democratic, solidary and sustainable. In doing so, we will bring together perspectives from Armenia, Bulgaria, Germany, Moldova, Poland and Ukraine.

You can find more information about the project here.