The Nomadic Island residency project inquires about different ways of living and working that can lead to a more sustainable existence and development of the human society on many different levels.
Social sustainability. The participatory principle of the project helps to build trust, collaboration and open-mindedness between people. Through common projects and shared goals the community-based residency creates a sense of belonging, empowering the participants with communication, inclusive decision-making and community-building skills. Cultural sustainability. The diversity brought by the different cultural backgrounds of the participants encourages receptiveness and acceptance. The art projects conceived by the artists stimulate the expression of cultural diversity through participatory processes. Ecological sustainability. The sleeping accommodations are self-produced by the artists which use their shelter as part of their artistic concepts. The use of upcycled and recycled material for logistic needs (additional furniture, tools, outside sheltering structures) will be a priority during the residency. Waste will be treated as a valuable resource. Energy use will be conceived in the most efficient and ecological possible way with an eye toward renewable sources. The food policy will follow as much as possible a local and organic production logic, without necessarily excluding animal products, but limiting instead the level and frequency of their consumption. One of the supporting partners is the non-profit association Foodsharing Luxembourg. This association recovers different foods which is still fit for consumption but would be thrown away by supermarkets and food stores for different reasons. Economic sustainability. At the Nomadic Island the different managing and implementing tasks are shared on a participative base between the residents. Every participant contributes with their own skills, expertise, knowledge, social and professional networks to solve issues of different nature brought by the implementation of the project. The common efforts point towards supporting local economies, a fair trade and ethical systems of exchange. Further on, the project raises awareness of a more sustainable lifestyle, focussing on systems of community living. Long term effects of the project – which may have an impact at national and European level – are an increasing interest in experimental forms of social organisation which rest on a high level of participation, collaboration and synergetic efforts.
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During the three-week residency of the Nomadic Island camp, you will be able to take part in workshops like:
More info to follow soon. MAISONS DE JEUNES / JUGENDHAISERMaisons de jeunes, éducateurs: if you are interested in the Nomadic Island project and would like to learn more about it, reach out to us! We offer presentations aimed at both the staff and the young people at your Maison de Jeunes / Jugendhaus in Luxembourgish, French, German, and English. We will explain the idea and the philosophy behind the project to the kids and will involve them in a participative and engaging way. The Nomadic Island camp is open to a group of kids of different ages to take part in and work together with the artists. We are happy to collaborate with the instructors of your Maison de Jeunes. Find our pedagogical concept here. The presentation lasts around 15 minutes Contact us via [email protected] INDIVIDUAL PARTICIPATIONAre you over 20? Are you sensitive to the topic of a sustainable life on this planet? Do you want to participate in the project alongside the artists and contribute to the daily activities of the Nomadic Island camp? This is your chance to become a part in the creation of works designed by the artists and - together with like-minded people - and imagine a more sustainable lifestyle. To become a part of the Nomadic Island adventure, send an email to [email protected], our team will answer all your questions and explain your participation in greater detail. IN KIND CONTRIBUTIONAre you a company interested in supporting a socio-cultural project around a sustainable lifestyle? You can support the Nomadic Island project with an in kind contribution. We need cooking personnel (2 people), food supply (preferably organic, regional and sustainably produced), solar energy portable power plant, ecological toilets, solar energy power heated showers, LED light chains, technical personnel to help working with wood, etc.
Reach out to us via [email protected] to see what YOU can contribute. You will be part of this experimental adventurous project not only with your material and your ‘know-how’ but also in a clearly visible way with your mark on all our communication supports.
You may ask yourself why this small village of about 450 souls is called "Lasauvage" (Zowaasch in Luxembourgish)? An old legend says that the valley was inhabited by a wild woman with long red hair and red glowing eyes who would feed on raw flesh... All photos © by Neckel Scholtus.
I am Neckel. I am an artist, photographer and a roulot'ographer. For more info, see my website www.neckelscholtus.com While driving, I find images, people, places... By participating at the Nomadic Village in 2013 (Marseille 2013 European capital of culture.), I discovered with pleasure that there are other artists for whom mobility generates the same working autonomy, as I experienced it.
If you are an artist and would be interested in being an active part in this project, head to the Artists page or contact us at [email protected]. "We are so thrilled to get this project started an so excited to welcome the artists’ ideas to make this community come true." - Neckel Scholtus & Gianfranco Celestino Stay tuned, there is so much more to come, and we can not wait to share it with you all! In the meantime, keep an eye out for more stories here on our blog. - your NM-team
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