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☘️ At The Soil Project, we realized that nowadays there is a transformation about sustainable development model and recreate is taking place, but the question we have is: are these alternatives truly sustainable and alternatives, or are they merely a "green washing" by the system to maintain itself?
This is the reason why the SEP (Sustainable Economic Philosophy) program in Thailand 2023 is organized with the aims of:
1. To explore Thailand's approach to sustainable development and the philosophy of enough economy
2. To learn from practitioners and activists working on Buddhist economic philosophy and sustainable livelihoods
3. To visit and learn from communities practicing alternative economics, community-based enterprises, and social enterprises
4. To reflect critically on the meaning of sustainability and development in the context of global capitalism
PROGRAM DATES
July 3-9, 2023
PROGRAM LOCATION
Thailand (Chiang Mai and Bangkok)
PROGRAM COST
Full Scholarship: 100% coverage of all costs (airfare, accommodation, meals, logistics)
Partial Scholarship: 50% coverage of program costs
Self-funded: 2,400 USD (airfare + accommodation) + 400 USD (logistics)
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
Limited to 20 participants (8 full scholarship, 7 partial scholarship, 5 self-funded)
FACILITATORS
VCIL Community members and local partners in Thailand
LANGUAGE
English (translation available if needed)
PROGRAM CONTENT
Day 1: Arrival and introduction to Chiang Mai
Day 2: Discussion on Buddhist economic philosophy and the philosophy of enough with scholars and monks
Day 3: Visit to communities practicing alternative economics and community-based enterprises
Day 4: Discussion on sustainable development and its critiques with local activists
Day 5: Visit to social enterprises and learning about sustainable livelihoods
Day 6: Travel to Bangkok and visit to urban communities working on sustainability
Day 7: Reflection and closing ceremony
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of the program, participants will:
1. Understand Buddhist economic philosophy and its application in real-world contexts
2. Be familiar with alternative economic models and sustainable livelihoods
3. Be able to critically reflect on sustainable development and its limitations
4. Have built connections with local practitioners and activists in Thailand
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
This program is for individuals who are:
- Interested in alternative economics and sustainable development
- Passionate about learning from real-world examples
- Critical thinkers who question mainstream development narratives
- Committed to contributing to a more just and sustainable world
HOW TO REGISTER?
Please fill out the registration form at: https://forms.gle/nzpFpUn2uK7TKpf37
You will need to provide:
- Your background and motivation for joining the program
- A short essay on your interest in sustainable development and Buddhism
- Information about your dietary requirements and any health concerns
- For scholarship applicants: information about your financial situation (this will be kept confidential)
DEADLINE: JUNE 10, 2023
For more information or inquiries, please contact us:
- Facebook: VCIL Community
- Whatsapp/Phone: +84.768217586 (Vu Truong) or +84.836243541 (Huy Hoang)
- Email: vu.truong@vcil.education or huy.hoang@vcil.education
