Transition Towns Movement

Transition Towns Movement for thriving futures

The Transition Towns Movement brings local people together.

Every group is different, shaped by local needs, but all share common goals: cutting fossil fuel use, boosting local economies, and strengthening community connections. These groups inspire positive and lasting change.

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Latest News

May 2026: What if... we met in person?

May 2026: What if... we met in person?

May 14, 2026, 6 min
In this issue: Portugal 2027! the Cultural Transformation Game, Santa Marta Conference, articles from Theresa Fend and Nick Osborne, recordings from the Butterfly Talks, news from hubs and groups and…
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It's Happening: Transition Gathering in Portugal, May 2027

It's Happening: Transition Gathering in Portugal, May 2027

May 13, 2026, 3 min
We are gathering. Will you help make it happen? …
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Transition in Colombia: A Living Tapestry of Regeneration and Hope

Transition in Colombia: A Living Tapestry of Regeneration and Hope

May 12, 2026, 4 min
By: Transition in Motion Tour 2026 Team – Mauricio Deliz, Dennise Dueñas, Claudio Madaune…
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Cultural Transformation

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Artivism: Río de la Plata Murga

Apr 27, 2026, 3 min
Every February in Uruguay, many people paint their faces and take the stage. They sing together. Laughter is guaranteed, for a while. They also speak about what hurts, what touches…
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Playing Together, Transforming Together: The Journey of the Cultural Transformation Game

Apr 21, 2026, 4 min
We’re excited to share a new chapter of our Cultural Transformation Game project. Playing the Cultural Transformation Game is more than a group activity, it’s a journey into the heart…

Practising Transition

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The Future Is Now:

May 13, 2026, 5 min
The Powerful and Practical Benefits of Combining Storytelling and Imagination Practice…
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Cultivating Connection & Belonging - Ecopsychology Practices

May 7, 2026, 3 min
Ecopsychology offers grounded, experiential practices that help reconnect us with ourselves, each other, and the living world. Through nature connection and embodied awareness, it supports resilience, belonging, and active hope…

Upcoming Events

Socio Crazy - Bringing Everyone With Us

Socio Crazy - Bringing Everyone With Us

May 18, 2026
Begins at 18:00 UTC
Curious about how groups can make decisions quickly and inclusively? Join this interactive workshop exploring Rakesh’s version of sociocracy (affectionately called “socio crazy”), a practical approach to collective decision making…
Waves Community Cafè

Waves Community Cafè

May 21, 2026
Begins at 15:30 UTC
How the Waves Community Café works Two short community “asks” (10 minutes each) Two members briefly share a project, challenge, or idea where they would welcome input or support. Small…
Ecopsychology

Ecopsychology

Jun 3, 2026
Begins at 18:00 UTC
Join us for an experiential introduction to the emerging field of ecopsychology — a practice that helps reconnect us with ourselves, each other, and the living world. In this interactive…

Transition Calendar

Groups are active in 69 countries.

426 out of 1007 groups are recently active on this site (42.3%).

More than 14,828 people are participating in Transition organisation.

More than 228,574 people have been reached with this work.

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Community Spaces

Community Waves

Ready to expand your ripple waves of connection and regeneration? We are thrilled to invite you to Community Waves, our alternative social media platform!

Tired of big tech companies undermining our digital well-being, nasty algorithms, and persistent ads? So were we. That’s why we’ve been building this new, open-source platform – a space owned by the community, for the community.

A few of our Trainers

Juan Pablo Lazo Ureta

Juan Pablo Lazo Ureta

Experiencia como facilitador y formador. Portavoz del emergente Nodo Shambhala ante el círculo global de Centros del Movimiento de Transición. Mi experiencia actual se centra en la promoción de la…
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Martina Francesca

Martina Francesca

After graduating in electronic engineering in 2012, she decided to deepen the topics of facilitation and Transition, working closely with the Italian hub of the Transition Town movement as a…
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Carlos Lopez Odgers

Carlos Lopez Odgers

Especialista en tecnologías sociales UNILA – Brasil, con experiencia en proyectos de investigación aplicada en temas de turismo comunitario, conservación, patrimonio biocultural, ecomunicipios, sistema de monitoreo local de agua. Experiencia…
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Hillevi Helmfrid

Hillevi Helmfrid

I am a transition trainer since 2010. Until 2015 I had facilitated – together with my dear Swedish colleagues – nine Launch’s. Since 2014 my focus has been on Active…
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Latest Resources

Deep Listening

Deep Listening

In this webinar Anahí Beatriz Pacheco shares the harvested learnings and explains how Deep Listening circles have opened a vessel for human culture transformation in the Inner Transition Circle. Through…
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Community Sewing Projects: Darning the Planet

Community Sewing Projects: Darning the Planet

Discover the transformative impact of community sewing projects in Darning the Planet, a session exploring how ancestral wisdom and hands-on creativity can foster connection and well-being. Featuring insights from Dora…
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Being yourself in action!

Being yourself in action!

‘Being yourself in action!’ is a way to reconnect with your inner wisdom and discover ways to put it into action here and now. Como parte da Campanha Praticando a…
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Transition in Japan

Transition in Japan

This is an inspiring presentation showcasing Transition Japan, highlighting regenerative practices and impactful actions from two pioneering Transition initiatives: Ueda and Fujino. Guided by Hideo Takeuchi and Mikae Koyama, and…
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People of Transition

Voices of Transition

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