From the Four Directions believes that how we organize our communities and organizations — the values and practices we use — will determine whether we create a world that affirms and nourishes humans and all life. However, the dominant management model (which is being spread into corporations, government institutions, NGOs, universities, etc.all over the world) is destructive, for it privileges efficiency, growth and profit above everything else. From the Four Directions seeks to organize people at the grassroots level to challenge the inherent values of this management model by supporting life-affirming leaders of all ages.  It defines leaders as “anyone who wants to help at this time” and seeks to weave together a worldwide network, by making visible their common concerns and dreams, through continuous dialogue.

From the Four Directions creates local leadership circles, based on the principles of diversity, interdependence and human goodness, around the world.  In these circles, leaders have the opportunity to think and reflect with others, to develop new, life-affirming practices, and to support each other’s courageous acts to change their world. These leaders together become a community of practice that work to nourish and sustain the human spirit. For more details check www.fromthefourdirections.org