On January 9, 2013, First Nation Anishnabe Elder Dave Courchene of Turtle Lodge delivered a statement at the Elders Ceremony in

On January 9, 2013, First Nation Anishnabe Elder Dave Courchene of Turtle Lodge delivered a statement at the Elders Ceremony in Ottawa. This address was published the following day.

Known as Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Leading Earth Man), Elder Courchene is a respected teacher devoted to Indigenous knowledge. Since 1992, he has served as a UN Wisdom Keeper, advising on spirituality and sustainable environmental approaches.

Courchene founded Turtle Lodge in 2002, an internationally recognized center for learning, healing, and sharing. He continues to promote peace, recently sharing the stage with the Dalai Lama. Further details are available here.

Alejandro Aravena's architectural philosophy is to "bring the community into the process." Ten years ago, when tasked with building housing for 100 families in Chile, he found inspiration in

Alejandro Aravena's architectural philosophy is to "bring the community into the process." Ten years ago, when tasked with building housing for 100 families in Chile, he found inspiration in favelas. Instead of small units in large buildings, he designed flexible "half-homes" that each family could expand. This complex problem found a simple solution through direct collaboration with the families themselves.

Aravena showcases three projects where clever rethinking led to beautiful, beneficial design. Learn more at Alejandro Aravena's website, or follow TED on Twitter and Facebook.

Curt Lindberg, Chief Learning and Science Officer at Plexus Institute, explores complexity science and positive deviance in the 21st Century. He highlights 'The Palmer Method,' a small creative

Curt Lindberg, Chief Learning and Science Officer at Plexus Institute, explores complexity science and positive deviance in the 21st Century. He highlights 'The Palmer Method,' a small creative action that spurred significant positive change.

By understanding and leveraging what works, communities and organizations can align resources to foster resilience and sustainability. Discover more about the Plexus Institute and Open Source Economic Development.

This content was originally shared by IOpen2 on July 21, 2009.

On October 23, 2009, City Club welcomed former Oregon Board of Higher Education members Kirby Dyess, John von Schlagell, and Donald Blair.

Appointed by Governor Kulongoski

On October 23, 2009, City Club welcomed former Oregon Board of Higher Education members Kirby Dyess, John von Schlagell, and Donald Blair.

Appointed by Governor Kulongoski in 2004, they served until 2008, tasked with creating an innovative, entrepreneurial system to stabilize university income and costs. They discussed their experiences and how outdated organizational structures reportedly hindered their ability to achieve these higher education goals.

A local news story provides further context: Higher Education Leaders Say Structures Hindered Goals.

Roz Savage, a British ocean rower and environmental campaigner, transformed her life from management consulting to become the first woman to solo row three oceans. This journey, undertaken for

Roz Savage, a British ocean rower and environmental campaigner, transformed her life from management consulting to become the first woman to solo row three oceans. This journey, undertaken for Mother Earth, built immense courage and strength, inspiring her to transcend limits. She now urges everyone to take responsibility for their environmental impact.

Her book, *Rowing the Atlantic: Lessons Learned on the Open Ocean*, is available on Amazon.com or at local bookstores. For more information about Roz, visit www.rozsavage.com. This interview was conducted by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv and published on January 28, 2014.

Jonathan Rowson, director of the Social Brain Centre at the Royal Society of Arts, highlights the problematic

Jonathan Rowson, director of the Social Brain Centre at the Royal Society of Arts, highlights the problematic nature of the word 'spiritual.' It means too much to some and too little to others, leading to diverse interpretations—from psychological depth to philosophical confusion, or a critique of materialism to capitalist exploitation.

Following a two-year RSA inquiry, Dr. Rowson proposes a framework for a post-religious spirituality. This initiative seeks to make the spiritual less nebulous while maintaining its inclusive ambiguity.

The new framework redefines four existential touchstones: Love (from romance to rootedness), Death (from denial to confrontation), Self (from esteem to transcendence), and Soul (from substance to perspective).

Money is an agreement, not inherently valuable. Charles Eisenstein explores this concept, arguing that money often fails to address fundamental human needs. His work, including the book