Microsolidarity

The October 2024 Microsolidarity network call was all about unpacking the September Summer Camp experience. Participants shared stories of turning awkward moments into opportunities for connection, discussed the concept of "slack capacity," and explored how to handle unexpected challenges with a positive attitude. The group dug into the nitty-gritty of creating spaces where people naturally connect and how campers navigated conflicts constructively.

One month on from the Microsolidarity EU Summer Camp, two of the hosts Jesse Evers and Sarah Pelham facilitate a discussion to consider, how were we together? And what are take-aways and considerations for the design processes and hosting of future gatherings? The recording starts as we are discussing - which structures and practices enabled or inhibited our collective ways of being, and how? If you want to hear more about how the camp was set up and structured, have a listen to '2024 Microsolidarity EU Summer Camp - Hosting Crew Debrief' (recorded 17 September 2024). Sign up to the Microsolidarity newsletter for information on future gatherings and more: https://microsolidarity.substack.com/ 

In this episode, Sara Bajor interviews Summer Camp chef and participant Pietro, about his decision to go blindfolded during his dinner shift. Behind this outwardly-seeming bizarre decision is a story of personal development, exercising one's agency, and using the magic of transforming needs into invitations.

In this conversation the hosting crew of the 2024 Microsolidarity EU Summer Camp share their insights from the camp which concluded 2 weeks ago. Join the next network call to hear more from participants and hosts alike! You can join here: https://www.microsolidarity.cc/participate/events#online-monthly-network-meeting

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Tune in to this month's Network Call in which Uta gets some supportive reflections around introducing crewing to her Housing Coop project, Didzis gets a surprising helping hand for planning a Microsolidarity winter retreat in Lapland, and the group reflects on experiences of being invited into new connections by people we trust. Express your interest in the next Vibes and/or Crewing Practice Program here: https://tinyurl.com/mr3utmk3

I'm extremely hyped by the curiosity, sincerity and collective growth building within this Network right now. In this month's Network Call we had a stimulating and enriching time reflecting on the latest USA Summer Camp at Elkenmist, and the Borderland festival "Microsolidarity-ish" camp experience in Sweden. What did we learn? How have those experiences helped us to grow? Looking forward to seeing you all again for the next call on 5th September (after the EU Summer Camp!) Sign up for the Microsolidarity newsletter here: https://microsolidarity.substack.com/ Get your ticket to the EU Summer Camp here (before 15th Aug!): https://www.microsolidarity.cc/eu-summer-camp-2024

The 2024 USA Summer Camp at Elkenmist just came to a close, and here we have host Sara Bajor giving us a brief low-down of how it was such a success!

Organizers discuss the state of the TPOT network, emphasizing the impact of events on individuals. Topics include community building in Australia and New Zealand, small group gatherings, event organization challenges, rebuilding Western culture, family-friendly event environments, sustainable maritime networks, and community hub retreat centers.

Jesse Evers and Richard D. Bartlett discuss lessons from running a community space in Brooklyn. They touch on balancing facilitation methods, building a purpose-driven space, governance, financial sustainability, transparent collaboration, and reflections on closing a space. The importance of supportive networks and collective effort is highlighted.