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September 10th to December 17th Live sessions, Sundays 10am-12 pm Pacific time A Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) is an internationally recognized 72 hr. design course. Earth Activist Training’s PDC builds on the basic curriculum by adding a grounding in spirit and community activism. Join lead instructors Starhawk and Charles Williams, along with guest presenters for an indebted exploration of permaculture tools and techniques, along with hands-on interactive activities. Diversity Scholarships are Available for BIPOC students.

The Regenerative Land Management diploma is a minimum two-year program with a deep dive into Earth healing and land management It encompasses 7 courses, one in-person Restoration Intensive, multiple internships tailored to each student’s needs and interests Students are matched with mentors who guide them throughout the program Students travel through the program with a cohort that provides solidarity, community-building, and resource-sharing about their learning experiences

This course will help participants develop the confidence to step into this unknown future by learning innovative ways to design, adapt and prepare for climate change. Whether you: • Work on a farm, eco-village or land-based project • Run a business or not-for-profit organization • Are involved in urban or rural planning • Or are an individual concerned about the future of your family and community This course is for you!

Introduction to GIS Mapping is focused on digital map creation and layout. This course will lay the foundation for creating functional maps with geographic Information system (GIS) software. This is a practical how-to course is designed to introduce students to digital mapping tools. We will demystify digital tools’ complexity and translate professional mapmakers’ jargon into easily understood terms. During this class, we will be using QGIS mapping software. QGIS is an open-source (free) application that stands alongside ESRI ArcGIS (paid service) as the industry standard for digital mapping. No prior GIS mapping experience is necessary to take this course.

Advanced Permaculture is an eight month advanced permaculture course focused on: understanding natural systems and cycles, learning tools of regenerative land stewardship, and methods for applying restorative principles in design. The course is divided into four sessions, which can be taken together for a Advanced Permaculture (AP) Certificate or individually for personal growth and education. • Module one: WATER MANAGEMENT - (February 1st -March 7th) • Module two: SITE DESIGN – (March 14th - 28th) • Module three: SOIL & ANIMALS - (April 4th - May 9th) • Module three: FOOD FOREST AND FOREST ECOLOGY – (September 12th – October

Resilient design begins with water. Come learn to work with water, nutrients, and energy flows to create vibrant landscapes and resilient communities. Taught by senior instructors Starhawk and Charles Williams. This class will guide you through the art and science of working with water to promote productivity and resistance in your landscape. You can take this class as a stand-alone class for personal growth or as the first module in a four-part Advanced Permaculture certificate program. More Information at: https://earthactivisttraining.org/ap-water-management/

Permaculture Institute of North America will hold its next leadership summit online February 2-4, 2024, bringing together some of our top practioners so that we can learn from and support each other.   More details coming soon.

In today’s changing world, our planet is calling for businesses to follow Earth-based ethics, principles, and ecological design processes– also known as permaculture! Regenerative Business Design will guide you through a step-by-step process to build a business that can sustain you financially while staying true to your core values. What do you need to know, consider, and plan for in order to launch a business that will have a high likelihood of success and a plan for handling failures, fumbles, and hurdles?

This session will provide students with tools for understanding a site, gathering data, developing a goal and communicating a plans. This class is only available to students enrolled in Advanced Permaculture certificate program or who have taken Advanced Permaculture modules 1,3 and 4. Find more information at: https://earthactivisttraining.org/advanced-permaculture/

This course is designed to give you hope, resources, and direction to support and deepen your work. Permaculture is a global movement of regenerative design that offers many approaches to healing our environment. In this course for climate activists, we provide an overview of positive approaches to mitigation and adaptation. What is the most effective way to think about the problem? What policies should we advocate for, and which should we be wary of? How do we determine where best to put our energy? Everyone welcome. Come make a difference.

Understanding soil is key to any resilient land design. Come learn how to build healthy living soils for vibrant landscapes and resilient communities. Taught by senior instructors Starhawk and Charles Williams. This class will guide you through the art and science of building soils for productive landscapes. You can take this class as a stand-alone class for personal growth or as the third module in a four-part Advanced Permaculture certificate program. Find more details at: https://earthactivisttraining.org/ap-soil-and-animal/

Introduction to Permaculture is a great place to start your Permaculture journey. This class will orient you to Permaculture and give you a solid grounding in the history, philosophy, and some of the core tools used in permaculture design. In this class, you will learn the basics of Permaculture design, where Permaculture came from, and how to use basic ecological principles to design human systems that mimic natural systems. This class will cover: • Principles and practices of reading the landscape • How to use zones and sectors in design • Working with natural patterns to create efficient systems

Managing land ecologically is a resource-intense activity that requires finding a balance between consumption, ecological impact, and financial solvency. We will look at balancing these often complex and sometimes competing needs. This class focuses on small-scale energy systems, material choices, and waste management. We will explore how to design, maintain and manage energy systems, integrate cyclic waste management strategies, and evaluate and find low-impact materials for landed projects. This class will provide the technical know-how you didn’t know you needed.

Living and working in community brings connection and collaboration. Yet, working and living with others comes with challenges too. These challenges are a natural part of the process and, if handled well, can strengthen ourselves and our groups. This clinic will explore tools and techniques to navigate challenging moments successfully. The format will be a mix of presentation and conversation. Each week will have a different theme: • Aug 9th - Self-Care • Aug 11th - Negotiating in Community • Aug 23rd - Meeting Facilitation • Aug 30th - Dealing with Difficult People

Bioremediation is the use of microorganisms, plants, and fungi to remove or neutralize contaminants, allying with living systems to detoxify contaminated environments. Many micro-organisms, plants and fungi are able to bind, extract or transform contaminants to create less toxic, healthier, and increasingly resilient ecosystems. Bioremediation &Earth Repair will provide an introduction to different bioremediation tools and techniques for detoxifying and revitalizing the gardens, lands and waters that sustain and nourish our communities, highlighting bioremediation projects and inspiring practitioners who are working with regenerative remedies to heal toxic realities.

We will need to do the hard, long-term work of making systemic change. Online or in person, the work of change and transformation must be done with other people–those annoying beings who do not always agree with us, and want their own way! Collaborative groups may be healing, nurturing, and inspirational—or they may flounder on the rocks of conflict and poor communication. But when we understand their patterns and challenges, we can design structures that favor supportive, nurturing relationships. In this six-week online course, Starhawk guides us through her book, The Empowerment Manual: A Guide for Collaborative Groups.