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Hey y'all! Let's chat about community building for sustainability! Building a strong community is like tending to a garden, it takes time, effort, and a whole lot of love. So, how can we cultivate a community that's committed to living sustainably? Here are a few tips: 1. **Get to Know Your Neighbors**: Take the time to introduce yourself and get to know the folks in your community. Building relationships is key to fostering a sense of togetherness and shared goals. 2. **Host Potlucks and Workshops**: Gather your neighbors for a good ol' fashioned potluck or a workshop on sustainable living practices. Sharing knowledge and good food is a great way to strengthen bonds and learn from each other. 3. **Start a Community Garden**: Diggin' in the dirt together not only grows veggies but also grows friendships. A community garden is a fantastic way to work towards a common goal of sustainability while enjoying the outdoors. So, grab your overalls and get ready to sow the seeds of sustainability in your community! 🌱🌻 #CommunityBuilding #SustainableLiving #NeighborlyLove

Community engagement drives sustainable change! 🌱 Together, we can empower villages by enhancing green skills for a brighter, cleaner future. Let's make collective decisions for lasting impact. 💧🌍♻️ #Sustainability #GreenSkills #CommunityEngagement #RuralDevelopment #CleanWater #Sanitation #WasteManagement #Empowerment #SustainableGrowth #ClimateAction

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿, Ayşegül! 💚 Ayşegül is driven by the vision of 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. She aims to promote 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 and 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲. A passionate advocate for her community, she transformed her vision into action with a 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 that brought together generations. From young to old, everyone pitched in to 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲. 🌳 Ayşegül's 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 isn't just about a cleaner park; 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗯𝗼𝗻𝗱. By involving her family and friends, she created a ripple effect of positive change. Cleaning up your community is more than just physical act; it’s a proof and a statement that 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀. This initiative is 𝗮 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆’𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴. Inspired by Ayşegül's story? Share how you're making a difference in your community! 👇 #Makeadifference #Bethechangeyouwanttosee #TheIdealSchool #Communityimpact

Suggestion…. "Shelter Through Sustainability: Empowering Communities with Work-for-Housing Gardens" "🌱 Introducing a visionary concept for sustainable living: low-cost housing for the homeless and poor, complete with rooftop and communal gardens. These eco-friendly homes not only provide shelter but also encourage residents to cultivate their own food, fostering sustainability and self-reliance. A green oasis in urban settings, this project combines social responsibility with environmental stewardship. #SustainableLiving #EcoFriendlyHousing #CommunityGardens"

Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond reducing emissions. We prioritise community development for our host communities with focus on education, healthcare, and infrastructures. This week, we highlight one of our impactful initiatives: our support for LASPARK tree planting program. This effort plays a crucial role in promoting a cleaner, healthier, and greener future. It underscores our commitment to delivering cleaner energy solutions and promoting sustainable development. #EnvironmentalDevelopment #Axxela #LASPARKTreePlantingInitiative

"Y'all, let's talk community building for sustainability! 🌱✌️Sharing knowledge, resources, and support is how we can create a greener future together! Join me on this journey towards a more resilient and self-reliant community! 🤝🏡🌿 #CommunityBuilding #Sustainability #GreenFuture"

What is Sustainable Community Development? Sustainable community development is the process of creating places where people can live in harmony with their environment while maintaining social, economic, and environmental balance. It focuses on designing communities that are not only resilient but also resource-efficient, reducing waste and minimizing the ecological footprint. These communities promote renewable energy, green building practices, and sustainable agriculture, ensuring long-term viability for future generations. One key aspect of sustainable community development is the incorporation of green spaces and natural ecosystems into urban planning. These spaces not only improve air quality but also provide recreational areas that promote mental and physical well-being. In addition, the use of renewable energy sources like solar and wind power is central to powering these communities in an eco-friendly way. Sustainable communities also emphasize local economies by supporting small businesses and encouraging responsible consumption patterns. These practices help reduce the reliance on external resources and foster a sense of community responsibility. To learn more about how we are applying sustainable community development principles in our self-sustainable city project, read our blog articles here: https://lnkd.in/gU3nFcHh #SustainableCommunityDevelopment #EcoFriendlyLiving #GreenBuilding #RenewableEnergy #SelfSustainableCity #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #ResilientCommunities

Hey y'all! Let's talk about Community Building for Sustainability 🌱 Building a strong community is key to creating a sustainable future for all of us. So, how can we do it? Here are some tips to get you started: 1. **Get to know your neighbors**: Building relationships with folks in your community is essential. You can organize meet-ups, potlucks, or even gardening sessions to bond over sustainable practices. 2. **Share resources**: Whether it's tools, seeds, or knowledge, sharing resources within your community can help everyone thrive. Set up a community tool library or seed swap to make sharing easy. 3. **Collaborate on projects**: From community gardens to renewable energy initiatives, working together on projects can have a bigger impact. Get everyone involved and watch your community grow stronger together. #SustainableCommunity #CommunityGardening #CollaborationIsKey

What's your favourite place and why? What if our communities were green, walkable, and affordable? This mindset could transform our communities and positively impact our planet. The challenges we face - climate change, health, equity, and inclusion - are global. But effective solutions often start at the local level - in our public spaces and neighbourhoods. As part of our commitment to creating thriving communities, we've collaborated with the Town Team Movement in this article to discuss how a placemaking approach can help create a better future for all: https://lnkd.in/gUui5dZN We’re also inspired by Relationships Australia NSW's custodianship of Neighbour Day and their impactful "Neighbours Every Day" campaign to build community and resilience. Please tag other organisations in Australia that you know use placemaking to create more resilient, inclusive, liveable and regenerative towns and cities. #ConservationVolunteersAustralia #NatureBlock #NeighbourDay #TownTeamMovement #Placemaking #ResilientCities #Cities4Nature #Wellbeing #Community #Australia #LocalAction

#Rethink Community to get the house you always wanted. Did you know that private houses in a connected intentional community is the norm in many countries around the world? Australia, Europe, the US. 🏡 #ThrivingCommunities are not just a trend; they're a lifestyl where you can immerse yourself in environments with connection, sustainability, and shared values as well as your own private space. Ready to rethink your living? 💚 Like, share, follow and join our community and you too can take advantage of a community-driven life. 🤝 https://lnkd.in/ezbCmVYC #CommunalLiving #EuropeAustralia #CommunityFirst #ThrivingTogether #ReThinkLiving