Training for Transition

 This is a formal Transition US training event, to educate people about how to ease through the challenges facing communities today such as peak oil, climate change, and the economic crisis. It is a positive approach of focusing on solutions that lead to a more satisfying life.

This training will follow the Transition model in paying attention to both the outer work and the inner work necessary for a successful transition process. This will be a participatory process, with participants invited to share their own experience and learn from the Transition Initiatives represented at the course.

At the end of the course, participants will:

    * Have a clear understanding of the context for Transition Initiatives, the current global situation, and the transformational possibilities that arise from climate change, peak oil prices, and the economic crisis.
    * Know what the Transition model is – including an in-depth look at the 12 steps, from inspiration, setting up the initiating group, all the way to having active and effective working groups.
    * Have experienced a joint visioning process.
    * Understand how to organize effective meetings such as public talks, open space days, and small-theme working groups.
    * Understand the purpose and principles of an Energy Descent Action Plan.
    * Have the outline of an effective and inspiring talk on the Transition movement.
    * Have formed useful contacts with other Transition Initiatives and individuals interested in the Transition model.
    * Have a plan of action for themselves and their locality.

Who should attend:
Transition initiative leaders, steering group members, working group members, and those considering implementing Transition in their communities.

Required Reading: Transition Initiatives Primer, free here.
Recommended Reading: The Transition Handbook: From Oil Dependency to Local Resilience by Rob Hopkins

Trainers:
      Maggie Seeley
      David Johnson

Cost:
FLASH - the deadline for the reduced-cost registration has been extended until March 20! Until then, the cost is $200 per person; after that date, it will be $250 per person, so get your registration in early for one of the remaining seats.

For those who can't afford the full price, 10 "scholarship" registrations are available at $100 each. E-mail Training@TransitionAustin.org, briefly explaining your need for a scholarship, to apply.

To register:
Fill out the registration form (PDF) and mail it with your check to the address on the form.

For more information:
Send an e-mail message to Training@TransitionAustin.org

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