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Exciting news - the Microsolidarity summer gathering is back!

In this episode co-hosts Jocelyn Endres, Ondrej Krizan and Mirjam Hayder chat about the upcoming Microsolidarity events at Casa Tilo this August: the Microsolidarity Intensive and the Microsolidarity Coliving Week.

What's happening this year?

How will it be different to the previous year(s) gatherings?

What can you expect to learn and who can you expect to meet?

Are either (or both!) of these events for you, or someone you know?

Find out more info and get your tickets here!

Questions? Write to us at microsolidarity@gmail.com

What does it look like to recreate the good bits of village life in a big, busy city? In this session, Jocelyn Endres invites us to reflect on how great friendships grow in an urban environment. Join us for an honest conversation about what makes urban social fabric tick - the moves that bring friendships alive, and the unique challenges and opportunities to developing meaningful relationships in cities.

Priya's blog:https://prigoose.substack.com/p/how-to-actually-live-near-your-friends

Find out more at http://eltilo.casa

🔗 The Membership Spring Sale for Borderland 2026 is on Tuesday March 10 17:00 CET! More information here: ⁠⁠https://talk.theborderland.se/main/⁠⁠

In this episode, Zoe sits down with Rosa to unpack what it was like co-leading Placement at Borderland (the “not-festival” where you buy a membership, not a ticket). They zoom in on a very microsolidarity-flavoured question:

How do you build trust and coordination in a huge, decentralised event without sliding into top-down control?

Rosa brings an urban planning lens (citizen engagement, bottom-up design, “desire paths”), and Zoe brings lived experience of arriving to Borderland overwhelmed, then gradually learning how the whole system actually works.

Together they tell the story of how Placement evolved from “first-come-first-served” into something more human: plazas, neighbourhoods, pre-placement, and now “shepherds” (stewards) to help camps connect more with their neighbours.

They talk about:

• Realities vs Dreams at Borderland, and why “LARPing an office” can still be playful
• Why camp conflicts often come down to neighbours (sound, vibe, rhythm), not “prime real estate”
• How pre-placement shifts the mindset from competing for square meters to co-creating shared areas
• The emotional side of decentralisation: why people say “no” first (overwhelm, control, uncertainty)
• A concrete story of a plaza that only worked once people loosened their grip on “straight lines”
• “Aftermath” drone maps and what they reveal about how people actually move and gather
• Power, roles, and the “GPS Stick of Truth” (and how Borderland lets you play with authority instead of hiding it)If you’re into microsolidarity, this is a practical case study in designing at various scales (plazas, neighbourhoods, local stewardship) that make large-scale self-organisation feel more like a living system.

Links that were mentioned:

Rosa (Instagram): ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/streets.stockholm⁠⁠

⁠⁠studiodanenberg.com⁠⁠

Zoe (youtube): ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@softaccess⁠⁠

⁠⁠https://softaccess.org/about⁠⁠

Microsolidarity: ⁠⁠https://www.microsolidarity.cc/⁠⁠

💬 What’s your best (or worst) neighbour story from a co-created event? And what micro-structures have helped you trust strangers faster?

Marin Petrov joined us to showcase his project coliven.com -- an online directory of community spaces related to Microsolidarity. Microsolidarity network calls are hosted every month for members of our community! Join by registering on Open Collective for €3/month. You’ll receive a calendar invite with the Zoom link for these calls.

https://opencollective.com/microsolidarity

more info: http://eltilo.casa/circling

contact Marei: https://x.com/Mareikehere

This month we had an inspiring conversation about addressing conflict. What does conflict transformation look like through a Microsolidarity lens? How do you turn conflict into a generative experience?

Sending out a big thanks to Caleb, Ondrej, James and Victor for sharing what's been going well and what still challenging about addressing conflict in their Microsolidarity-related projects (from NGO's to spiritual communities to partner relationships!).

We had a great jam around developing a culture of generative conflicts in a group and approaching difficult conversations.

We recommend listening in as we're sure it'll spark some new perspectives and ideas for you and your group/relationships - especially as we get to the wrap up at the end :)

A behind-the-scenes peek of how Rich, Ondrej and Jocelyn are thinking about Summer Camp design this year.This should be on your listening list if you're wondering about joining, if you're curious about event design and the art of hosting from a Microsolidarity perspective!Apply for Micrsolidarity Summer Camp 2025 (20 - 25 Aug)Find out more and register for Ship It Week (29 Aug - 7 Sep):For more info about Casa Tilo

https://fractalnyc.com/

http://vibe.camp

Listen in to this month's Network Call as Rick Benger and Synes Elischka introduce their Microsolidarity inspired projects: Liminal Learning and Cosy Club!

We had some great follow-up conversations after each presentation and many came away inspired with new insights and ideas. What do these projects and approaches spark in you?

- LINKS -

Microsolidarity Summer Camp 2025

Microsolidarity Newsletter

Find out more about Liminal Learning

Get news and see conversations with the Liminal Learning team

Follow Rick

Find out more about Synes's team management work

Intentional Society's Developmental Practice Series (starting soon!)

Richard D. Bartlett talked with Jeannine Roberts to learn more about her approach to parenting. It’s a quest to understand more about her son Andrew Rose, co-founder of Fractal NYC: what is the magic ingredient that can make someone into such a generous and effective community organiser?Interview with Andrew here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4nhPtZ1zPNUTw6wuDZg41X?si=eZ5F25s8QuCrOQQMvCoayA

websites mentioned:

https://suppstacks.store/

https://eltilo.casa/

Fractal NYC: http://fractalnyc.com

Casa Tilo: http://eltilo.casa

Join in with this month's Network Call as we look through how the card deck has developed so far! If you'd like to see it for yourself and add your comments, find the Miro board here: Newsletter & Updates: microsolidarity.substack.com

Telegram: https://t.me/microsolidarity

Membership: https://opencollective.com/microsolidarity

In this interview Jocelyn is interviewing Kathrin for the 'after' shot of her one-month "notacoliving" community experience in Andalusia, Spain!Join them as they review the project's outcomes, and unpack some key learnings and growth experiences in Kathrin's hosting journey, and how the project unfolded!Some key themes they touch on are...Community Design & Structure - which frameworks and structures supported their community living? (with a specific look at the Community Mastery Board)Intention - how to hold a clear purpose while inviting co-creationLeadership & ResponsibilityIndividual vs. Collective NeedsFind out more here:Notacoliving website: https://giveandgrow.world/notacolivingFind us...Kathrin:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrin-david-934a8a182/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathrin__david/Jocelyn:Twitter: https://x.com/ames_for_joy

http://laurenuba.com

http://eltilo.casa

Links:

• Yincubator invitation: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qVPZkENztKkutsOK_dZoUtoONNfSj7V_BJ9JaoP7kao/edit
• Yincubator Model: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mwiQZrwOAbyBeFTt6gvm7U7nYrBTxMRDJSHGW12D9Z0/edit
• Rich's blog on increasing hosting capacity: https://richdecibels.substack.com/p/use-this-map-to-self-evaluate-your

http://eltilo.casa

In this month's Network Call, Lotti Neubert and Jocelyn Ames hosted an exploration of the Relationship Anarchy Smorgasbord - a relational tool for deepening connections. Let's say it's a helpful conversation starter to get you talking about what you really want, expect and desire to experience with someone.

Listen in as we talk about clarifying and navigating conflicts of interest, and our experiences of bringing structured approaches into relationship-building.

Could this be a relationship mapping tool that supports your important relationships? How would you use it?

Relationship Anarchy Smorgasbord: https://tinyurl.com/relationshipanarchysmorgasbord

🔗 The Membership Lottery for Borderland 2025 is open until February 25! More information here: https://talk.theborderland.se/main/

In this episode, we discuss our experiences at Borderland 2024, exploring how Microsolidarity—the art of building trust in small groups—might transform large, self-organizing festivals.

We reflect on the challenges of navigating such a sprawling, decentralized event: the disorientation that comes from not having a clear "home base" for a week, the struggle of balancing personal agency with surrender, and the surprising cultural tensions that arise when diverse preferences meet dominant aesthetics.

We also sniff out ideas for creating intentional micro-structures—small groups, purpose-driven camps, and better onboarding processes—that can turn potentially overwhelming experiences into connective ones.

Is it possible to craft spaces that feel like home within the chaos? Can we design better onboarding experiences for first-timers? And what does it take to truly let go and follow the flow?

💬 Let us know your thoughts and further questions in the comments below!

Find Rich on Twitter: @RichDecibels

And Synes on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@softaccess

https://www.microsolidarity.cc/

Abi and Jocelyn are back for Part 3 of their discussions about co-living!
In this episode they discuss the importance of conflict resolution, communication, and emotional support in co-living situations to build emotional resilience, trust and a sense of belonging at home. They also explored strategies for expressing needs within a group, the value of retrospectives and group activities, and ended our chat by sharing out vision of promoting conflict resolution skills to enhance group dynamics.

You can find the original conversation with Ioan & Josh here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/Microsolidarity/episodes/BridgeSpace-Commons-PDX--Microsolidarity-e1t5o7t

Bridgespace website: https://www.bridgespacepdx.com/

Kathrin and Jocelyn had a very mutually supportive conversation talking about the 1-month community experiment she's about to launch in southern Spain.

Jocelyn was eager to chat with her as it sounded somewhat similar to what she's doing in the Yincubator (and is just 2hrs down the road!). It was clearly helpful and inspiring to hear about each other's approach, concepts and intentions.

Notacoliving website: https://giveandgrow.world/notacoliving Find us... Kathrin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrin-david-934a8a182/ https://www.instagram.com/kathrin__david/ Jocelyn: https://x.com/ames_for_joy

Join us on twitter:

https://x.com/ames_for_joy

https://x.com/richdecibels

Jocelyn and Abi are back again for more reflections on their experiences with co-living! In this episode the focus is on clarifying the purpose of your co-living group, and how to go about finding or building a group that is in alignment with that vision. They give some great examples of different co-living experiments they've visited and been part of, and end with a reflection on what happens when expectations are not met, or clash with each other. Tune in for Part 3 which will be all about navigating conflict and how to 'end well' when someone wants to leave the group.

Listen in as Abi van Ly and Jocelyn Ames share their experiences with co-living.In this episode they talk about the value of daily, readily available companionship and emotional support, the use of community boards for task management and decision-making, the importance of shared rituals and finding a balance of flexibility and structure to suit the evolving and diverse needs of the co-living group.

Hermes’ Loom: https://hermesloom.org/

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

https://www.pnwtpot.com https://x.com/_StevenFan https://x.com/Sassafrassalass https://x.com/richdecibels

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!

Talking with 4 organisers to hear what they think about the current state of the TPOT network / scene / community / twitter social graph.

Jesse Evers is the founder of Highside, a workshop / events venue / community space in New York. He sat down with Richard D. Bartlett to discuss what he’s learned from 3 years running the space.

Chat with Jesse on Twitter: https://x.com/_jlevers

Info about Microsolidarity summer camps: http://microsolidarity.cc

Tune in here with the latest Microsolidarity Network Call hosted by Sara Bajor (from Elkenmist community) on the theme of Relational Reciprocity. What opportunities exist for improving reciprocity in the relationships we are currently tending to? If you're interested in joining her, Ioan and others at Elkenmist for the US Summer Camp this year, find all the info here. And/or if you're in Europe at the end of August, join the EU Summer Camp in Austria!

Caleb Tenenbaum is a co-founder with Nina Raddy of Community Village , a peer-led, co-created meditation community. Julia Karmo talked to Caleb about ways they have been building out Community Village for the past two years, about Microsolidarity practices that Caleb is using and what effect they are having on the community. Watch to get a sense for Micrsolidarity applied in the wild, follow the steps of building up a community meditators and connect with Caleb and Nina. (https://community-village.org/)

Gillian shares her experience financing a community house in Puerto Rico, helping Rich think about his next steps in setting up a house in Spain.

Gillian writes at SuperNuclear: https://supernuclear.substack.com/ See Rich’s blog about his “3-month coliving experiment” here: https://richdecibels.substack.com/p/what-we-learned-from-a-3-month-co

We had a really insightful, practical and reflective conversation about Crewing in this month's Network Call.

The theme - Crewing - was inspired by the recent Intermediate Practice Program which focused mainly around crewing and facilitation. Tune in to hear participants Sarah and Jackson share some of their takeaways and insights from the program, and the rich conversation that followed!

For more info on the next practice programs, click here.

Debrief with the Organizing team of Limicon 2024

Jocelyn, Sara, Gui, Jonas and Rich debrief the Winter Retreat 2024. Check out Substack to receive more updates and a summary of the outcomes of the retreat: https://microsolidarity.substack.com/ Learn more about the intermediate practice program here: https://www.microsolidarity.cc/practice-programs/intermediate-program

video version: https://youtu.be/48pbES-eqvw