Working Groups

Most of us in Auroville have a distrust of authority. Coming here was partly to escape the world of authority, politics etc. And so when confronted with a form of, or a projection of, authority, many rebelled against it, by default as it were: it was an emotional compulsive decision....

Over the period, Auroville has developed a unique governance model, which can be called Aurocracy, which is based on the principles of collaboration, self-governance, and self-awareness. In this article, we will explore the Auroville specific governance model – Aurocracy. The Aurocracy governance model is based on the principles and purpose...

While Auroville has always aimed to create an egalitarian and harmonious society, it is not immune to issues of power and marginalisation. As with any community, there are inherent power structures that exist within Auroville, and those who are on the margins of society may not always have an equal...

Auroville is a unique community that aims to create a society based on the ideals of human unity, spiritual growth, and sustainable living. One of the key factors in achieving this goal is zero tolerance for corruption. Ethical leadership plays a vital role in maintaining a corruption-free community in Auroville.

Auroville is a community founded on principles of human unity, spiritual growth, and sustainable living. To uphold these principles, it is essential to maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption. Corruption can undermine the integrity of the community and affect its ability to achieve its goals. In order to create a...

In my humble opinion, Auroville is not a democracy project, and it does not have 'Citizens'. Somehow, I think, democracies are about dumbing it down, flattening it out. Look at our political leaders. Auroville is a dream of elevation, evolution, and embodiment. I do feel the need in Auroville for Extraordinary...