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SSP Supports Transition Town Movement
The SSP announces the arrival of the global Transition Towns Movement to New Mexico. Event June 13-14, 2009.
Citizens in New Mexico have been trained to train others in New Mexico to participate in the Transition Towns Movement. According to the Transition Towns Primer,
"The Transition Initiative approach represents a promising way of engaging people and encouraging communities to take the far-reaching actions that are required to mitigate the effects of Peak Oil and Climate Change. These relocalization efforts are designed to result in a life more fulfilling, more socially connected and more equitable for all."
June 13-14, 2009 Albuquerque, NM
What: Transition from our Oil Dependency to a Vibrant, Healthy Life Style
How: Develop a process to create resilience and sustainability
Who: Grass roots organizations, individuals, community leaders already
creating a Transition Initiative, students, activists, people who want
transition in greater depth.
TRANSITION is an international movement, initiated by Rob Hopkins to assist
individuals and communities in their quest to reduce oil
dependence and move toward a sustainable future.
Supported by:
UNM Sustainability Studies Program, La Montanita Food Co-op & Hubbell House
Alliance