Dear Community,

At the Spring Equinox, day and night rest in balance - yet this equilibrium lasts only a moment before the planet tilts onward. Nature does not arrive at balance and stops. It tends, responds, adapts - endlessly devoted to the dance.

Living in community teaches us that times are always changing as we navigate moments of friction as well as moments of deep harmony. And so, when the world appears to be tearing itself out of balance, it is our choice to persist in our everyday efforts: to tend relationships, to share resources, to show up for one another. Because we know, in our hearts, that another way is possible.

In this newsletter, you'll find updates and ways to show solidarity, get involved in shaping the Gathering, along with stories and seeds from across our network. May this season remind us that balance is not a destination, but a direction we walk together.

In community,

Maja and the GEN Europe team

Your support—whether through donations, advocacy, or sharing their story—can help sustain these lifelines.

This year’s Gathering is an invitation to explore trust in all its forms—trust in one another, in the Earth’s resilience, and in our power to build a liveable world.

Early bird tickets are available at 50 EUR (plus membership and accommodation) until the end of March, so don’t miss your chance to join us at the lowest price.

Dive into the heart of community-led technology with our inspiring lineup of experts and practitioners! This free webinar series, part of the SusTech project. We will explore real-world, sustainable tech solutions that empower communities and regenerate ecosystems. First session starting April 8th!

The Living Systems Alliance (LSA) is inviting up to 10 regional, place-based partnerships to join a new one-year Community of Practice pilot — connecting communities across cultures, bioregions, and movements for shared learning, mentoring, and co-creation.

Each partnership receives a needs-based stipend of £5,000–£10,000, training and mentoring from LSA partners, and support to design and deliver local pilot projects.

Applications close April 5, 2026.

Hosted by Transition Network international (TNi), Community Waves is an alternative social media platform easy to use, with accessibility features built-in, and has a similar look and feel to Facebook.

The European Commission invites citizens, public authorities and stakeholders to share views on how best to protect and promote housing affordability in the areas of Europe most severely affected by the housing crisis.

Your input will directly contribute to shaping EU policy on housing—be part of the conversation!

Thank you for reading the newsletter - we hope you enjoyed it! This, and so much of our work, is only made possible by the support of our members. To receive more exclusive updates and opportunities, as well as discounts on events and our Gathering, you can become a member - find out more here!