Auroville’s evolving challenges demand urgent response, remedy, and renewal. Long-standing issues of trust, transparency, and inclusivity have eroded the foundation of its collective governance. To realign with its founding ideals, Auroville must embrace meaningful reforms, ensuring that participation, integrity, and unity guide its path forward.
Continue readingA response to the ‘Disturbing Developments’ letter from AVI regarding the progress in Auroville
Greetings from Auroville, the City of Human Unity. I am Lakshay Dharan, an Aurovilian and convenor of AWARE Auroville, writing to share my perspective on the letter recently sent by Auroville International (AVI) regarding what they described as “disturbing developments” in our community. AVI letter is in the attachment.
Continue readingTree cover vs Tree as a cover
Unveiling the Facade: A Closer Look at Auroville’s Tree Dismantling Story.
Continue readingAdmission and Termination (of Persons in the RoR) Regulations
The Auroville Foundation has issued new regulations for the admission and termination of individuals in the Register of Residents. These guidelines include procedures for volunteers, newcomers, and residents, as well as the formation of committees for scrutiny and appeals. The regulations emphasize adherence to the Auroville Charter and specific admission criteria.
Continue readingFear with no Foundation: Recent RAD
In Auroville, where unity, diversity, and harmony are celebrated, recent events have raised questions about the limits of freedom of expression. The fear that motivated the Residents Assembly, RAD, to pass a resolution was indeed unusual, with only two similar instances in the community’s history. However, both of these cases involved actions taken outside of Auroville, and they were far from arbitrary acts.
Continue readingMontessori Connection to Integral Education
Explore the profound influence of Maria Montessori’s educational philosophy on integral education in India, where her work evolved and intersected with the spiritual teachings of Sri Aurobindo.
Continue readingResource Mobilization for a Sustainable Auroville: Challenges and Solutions
Auroville, the international township nestled in Tamil Nadu, faces unique challenges in resource mobilization for its sustainable development. In this article, we explore the hurdles and innovative solutions that drive the community’s efforts to secure the resources needed for its vision of conscious living.
Continue readingInnovation Hub: Auroville’s Role in Research and Sustainable Technology
Auroville, the international township nestled in Tamil Nadu, is more than a haven for conscious living—it’s also an innovation hub for research in sustainable technology and practices. In this article, we delve into Auroville’s pivotal role in advancing sustainability through research and innovation.
Continue readingBalancing Distribution and Conscious Consumption in Auroville
Auroville, the international township nestled in Tamil Nadu, stands as a beacon of conscious living. In this article, we explore Auroville’s harmonious approach to distribution and consumption, where mindfulness and sustainability guide every choice.
Continue readingEmpowering Local Production: Auroville’s Diverse Enterprises
Auroville, the international township nestled in Tamil Nadu, isn’t just a hub for conscious living; it’s also a thriving hub for local production and diverse enterprises. In this article, we delve into Auroville’s unique approach to self-sufficiency through a spectrum of community-driven enterprises.
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