Great River Earth Institute - study circles on "Voluntary Simplicity" with a waste reduction message
What did they do?
GREI sponsored several "study circles" (groups of approx. 10 people - co-workers, moms groups, neighbors, church members, friends, etc. -- who meet together for approx. 8 sessions) on the topic of Voluntary Simplicity. GREI used an existing curriculum and resource book on the topic, and created course supplements specific to waste reduction in Anoka County. They completed pre- and post-tests to determine participant outcomes.
What can you do?
Gather groups of people for learning and community-building by sponsoring study circles on Voluntary Simplicity. Get the discussion curriculum by contacting the Great River Earth Institute http://www.greatriv.org/. View the Anoka County supplements or pre- and post-tests. Propose working with the county staff in your county to create a supplement specific to your community. Contact us to locate appropriate county staff.
What did they do?
GREI sponsored several "study circles" (groups of approx. 10 people - co-workers, moms groups, neighbors, church members, friends, etc. -- who meet together for approx. 8 sessions) on the topic of Voluntary Simplicity. GREI used an existing curriculum and resource book on the topic, and created course supplements specific to waste reduction in Anoka County. They completed pre- and post-tests to determine participant outcomes.
What can you do?
Gather groups of people for learning and community-building by sponsoring study circles on Voluntary Simplicity. Get the discussion curriculum by contacting the Great River Earth Institute http://www.greatriv.org/. View the Anoka County supplements or pre- and post-tests. Propose working with the county staff in your county to create a supplement specific to your community. Contact us to locate appropriate county staff.