EcoVila SusTentar

Our purpose is to sustain a life in harmony with Nature. We believe in the strength of the collective and in the dream of living in a fairer and more balanced society, after all "a dream that is dreamed alone is only a dream, but a dream that is dreamed together becomes reality".

And to materialize this dream we are building the Ecovila in search of creating more sustainable, healthier practices and less individualistic. A way to unite quality of life, collective experiences and a journey with the purpose of caring for the land and for ourselves.

We have various reception structures, from a camping area with dry toilet and communal kitchen, which we do not charge for volunteering accommodation, to individual and collective houses for temporary housing.

The House with 340m of amenities, ideal for digital nomads who want to do Gardenoffice or a stay in a Farmhouse with a large living room with a fireplace, a 400MG collaborative hub, comfortable bedrooms, spacious bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a balcony with a barbecue area and a hammock.

In addition to our gardens with a shower fed by the spring, river bathing in the Atlantic Forest, ecological garden and orchard, chicken coop and new bioconstructions that volunteers will help us build and maintain during their stay here. Whether in online work or hands-on earth.

The volunteering guest will also be able to enjoy some natural attractions in the region, such as Parque da Várzea, with bike trails, climbing and nearby waterfalls. As well as cultural towns such as Embu das Artes and São Lourenço da Serra.

We are only 46km from São Paulo, the country's largest urban/cultural/economic center. A reference point for an intense flow of tourism and commerce, facilitating access by public transport, bus, Uber or carpool.

🏡 We are excited to welcome you all and ask you to pay attention to the items below for a better stay in the ComUnidade:

During weekdays the volunteer will accompany one of the collective members in land-related tasks or will be guided for the care of the houses and surroundings. We also leave space for personal schedules with the possibility of doing a home office, for rest and days off on Tuesday or Wednesday, with everything discussed during the stay.

🍲 On weekends we have vegetarian collaborative lunches; along the way there are fairs and supermarkets, as well as agroecological partners; avoid bringing plastic containers or foam to avoid generating waste

Feeding is also personal-care oriented, but on weekends we gather to make collective lunches and snacks. Always aiming for a vegetarian diet and promoting the consumption of foods from local small producers, encouraging family farming and reducing waste.

🔥 Community areas are for collective care; when using the countryside kitchen ensure you leave it clean and organized; tents and bonfires only in marked areas

We have a collective schedule in which on weekends there are mutirões (for site maintenance), experiences (with ecopedagogical programs) or monthly events (with partner facilitators). We propose to hold monthly meetings and conversation times at the volunteers' entry and/or exit.

💦 There is a river in the forest area that should only be accessed during the day; ask for directions and always go with someone; children must always be supervised by responsible adults

The site has wifi; communal leisure and rest areas with gardens with hammocks, spring-fed showers, tents, slackline, volleyball and football on the grass, fire pit and gatherings. In addition to the pleasant immersive gardens, we have a chicken coop, orchard and agroecological garden.

🏕️ For those who chose the Camping accommodation it's necessary to bring all equipment like rain tarp, thermal mat, personal sleeping items and food

🛏️ For those staying in the house there are cleaning rules and care of shared spaces; it is mandatory to cover the beds with personal-use sheets

Take care of yourself, your surroundings and you will always be cared for by the Nature that dwells inside and outside of us. Be responsible for a positive impact and don't leave trash in your ecological footprint; leave flowers and seeds along your path.

⚠️ Important Recommendations for Volunteers:

What to bring:
• Blanket and bedding to protect the mattress (sanitary protocols)
• Bath towel and personal hygiene items (biodegradable preferred)
• Sunscreen and repellent (open gardens)
• Sarong or mat (body practices)
• Rain cover and warm clothing (humid nights)
• Swimwear (river and pool)
• Comfortable clothing (earth work)
• Closed shoes or boots (hiking in Nature)
• Hat and gloves (personal protection)
• Flashlight or portable charger (energy autonomy)
• Power bank or rechargeable batteries (power outages)
• Vegetarian foods for individual meals and sharing (without packaging)

✳️ We also accept donations:
• Food to share
• Seeds and seedlings
• Work tools
• Instruments and percussion
• Books and poems
• Art for display and exchanges
• Ideas and lots of willpower

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