An Introduction to Permaculture as a Tool for Regenerative Civic Engagement (Online)

What is it?

A 4 x half day course certified by the Permaculture Association and delivered online by Liz Postlethwaite, Permaculture Designer, Certified Permaculture Educator and Director of Small Things Creative Projects.

The course has been designed specifically with public engagement in mind and will introduce the basic concepts of Permaculture. It will also explore how these ideas can be used to deepen participation and to bring a new ethical basis to projects, particularly in relation to ecology, natural systems and regenerative cultures.

What is Permaculture Design?

A set of tools, based around the ethics of earth care, people care and fairshare, which help us reconnect with the natural world and to create projects and work with a strong ethical, ecological and regenerative foundation.

Who is it for?

Anybody working in civic engagement who would like to explore how Permaculture Design could help to develop and deepen the work that they do. This might be people working in:

Environmental organisations or voluntary groups
Research
Education
Community Development
Community engagement and / or public participation
Sustainability or social change
Public health and / or social prescribing

We will:

Learn about the Permaculture Ethics and Principles and think about how they can be used to deepen participation and engagement.

Learn more about Permaculture Design and how it can be used in your unique context to develop the work that you are doing.

Think about what it might mean if you take a “regenerative” focus in your work.

Explore examples of Permaculture projects focused upon public engagement and participation.

Learn more about the Permaculture Network and explore how it can support you to expand your Permaculture learning and regenerative practice beyond the course.