A report on an exhibition June 6 in Chennai that raises questions about the future direction of Auroville, how a growing number of residents are coming together. Throughout the day an audience of several hundred people engaged in discussions and reviewed presentations on ecological restoration, sustainable development, renewable energy, village outreach, education, architecture, social innovation, participatory governance, and collective living.
Understanding the dimensions of the Auroville crisis
A general description of Auroville’s situation in terms of five dimensions in conflict resolution theory: structural, instrumental, interest, value(s), and personal elements. At the same time highlighting specific examples.
Why is agriculture important in and for Auroville?
An in-depth examination of the physical, social, and scientific aspects of Auroville’s agriculture, looking ahead to the conscious participation with Nature that the Mother envisioned.