Exploring Regeneration in the Bay Area: A Day with Jem Bendell

Date: Saturday, October 19th, 2024

Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Location: Nile Hall, Preservation Park, Oakland, CA (13th St & MLK)

Event Overview

Join us for a thought-provoking unconference on Saturday, October 19th, as we delve into the crucial topics surrounding relocalization and regeneration in the face of global challenges. We are honored to welcome Jem Bendell, author of the Deep Adaptation paper and collaborator on the book Breaking Together, who will kick off this transformative event with a keynote address.

This event is a collaborative exploration of community resilience, food security, small-scale economies, and ecological restoration in the Bay Area. We will use Open Space Technology to allow participants to co-create the agenda, ensuring a truly interactive and engaging experience for all attendees.

Event Highlights

• Keynote Address by Jem Bendell (10:00 AM): From Acting Up to Digging Down: one path for change in an era of degeneration
• Collaborative Agenda Creation: Facilitated by Kaliya Young, using Open Space Technology to co-create the day’s agenda
• Interactive Sessions: Engage in dynamic discussions on local food systems, ecovillages, regenerative practices, and more
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded activists and professionals in the sustainability space

Why Attend?

This event offers a unique opportunity to:

• Learn from Jem Bendell’s extensive experience in adapting to our rapidly changing world
• Contribute your own knowledge in a collaborative, participant-driven format
• Explore practical solutions for building resilient, regenerative communities in the Bay Area
• Network with a diverse group of change-makers, from grassroots activists to sustainability professionals

Event Schedule

• Doors Open: 9:00 AM
• Keynote by Jem Bendell: 10:00 - 10:45 AM
• Agenda Co-Creation: 10:45 - 11:30 AM
• Session 1: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
• Lunch: 12:30 - 1:30 PM (included in ticket price)
• Session 2: 1:30 - 2:30 PM
• Session 3: 2:30 - 3:30 PM
• Session 4: 3:30 - 4:30 PM
• Closing Remarks: 4:30 - 5:00 PM

Jem Bendell

Jem Bendell is a prescient leader who, five years ago, published the Deep Adaptation paper, catalyzing a global community focused on mutual support and community-building in the face of societal and ecological collapse. He recently co-authored the book Breaking Together (2023) and is a co-founder of the Bekandze Farm School in Indonesia.

Ticketing

Tickets for this event are available on a sliding scale. This is a NOTAFLOF (No One Turned Away for Lack of Funds) event. If financial limitations prevent you from purchasing a ticket, please reach out to us. Conversely, if you are able, we encourage you to purchase tickets at a higher rate to help subsidize others’ attendance.

All proceeds from the event will go toward covering venue costs, food, and contributions to Jem's farm. Any additional funds will be distributed as stipends for event organizers.

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We look forward to an inspiring day of learning, connection, and action. Together, we can explore new pathways for regeneration and resilience in our communities and beyond!