Damon Orion

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Damon Orion

Artist. Journalist. Musician. Teacher. Writer

Damon Orion is a writer, journalist, musician, artist, and teacher in Santa Cruz, California. His work has appeared in Revolver, Guitar World, Spirituality + Health, Classic Rock, High Times, and other publications. Read more of his work at DamonOrion.com.

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Circular Economy: How the Tanda System Helps Latinos in Southern California with Mutual Financial Support

Latino community members in Southern California use the tanda system for mutual financial support.

Local Peace Economy | English

Activists in Philly Have a Novel Approach to Help De-Oppress Society

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania’s AORTA helps organizations restructure for greater equity.

Local Peace Economy | English

Meet the Collective Offering an Alternative to the ‘Mental Health Industrial Complex’ for Underserved Communities

The Fireweed Collective offers online and in-person healing.

Local Peace Economy | English

Software Developers in Oakland Are Putting People Over Profit

How coders are working on creating community participation and democratic design.

Technology | English

Mapping the Solidarity Economy

The worker-owned collective ChiCommons helps Chicago residents find local mutual aid-based organizations.

Local Peace Economy | English

Highlander Research and Education Center Brings Old-School Expertise to Present-Day Issues

Formed in the early 1930s, this Tennessee institution is still fighting for social and racial justice.

Local Peace Economy | English

The Compost Co-op Gives Ex-Inmates a Living Wage Through Meaningful Work

This Greenfield, Massachusetts collective fights housing insecurity and promotes racial, environmental, and economic justice.

Local Peace Economy | English

Can Humanity Repair Its Relationship With Nature? Weaving Earth Education Center Offers a Promising Path

This all-ages education center reminds us that “we are a part of this earth, not apart from it.”

Local Peace Economy | Local Peace Economy Project | English | 22 July 2024

This Team of Female Outreach Workers Is Helping Keep San Francisco’s Latino Communities Housed and Healthy

Promotoras Activas SF provides crucial social services for households in need.

Local Peace Economy | Local Peace Economy Project | English | 2024

Greene Street Artists Coop Is a Haven for Philadelphia Creatives

Making the best use of a building to support a thriving community network.

Local Peace Economy | Local Peace Economy Project | English | 18 June 2024

Red Earth Farms Is Proof That Intentional Communities Can Succeed

Ninety percent of all communes dissolve early on. How has this Missouri collective been making it work since 2005?

Local Peace Economy | Local Peace Economy Project | English | 27 June 2024

Community in Motion

Bike co-ops uphold a tradition of self-empowerment through cycling.

Local Peace Economy | Local Peace Economy Project | English

Little Free Library’s Not-So-Little Commitment to Getting the Word Out

These book-sharing boxes promote literacy and strengthen communities.

Local Peace Economy | Local Peace Economy Project | English

Home Improvement Through Community Land Trusts

The North Missoula Community Development Corporation brings permanent affordable housing to Montana.

Local Peace Economy | Local Peace Economy Project | English

Time Is the New Money

Time banking is easing financial strain and promoting societal health.

Local Peace Economy | Local Peace Economy Project | English | 10 July 2024

Damon Orion is a writer, journalist, musician, artist, and teacher in Santa Cruz, California. His work has appeared in Revolver, Guitar World, Spirituality + Health, Classic Rock, High Times, and other publications. Read more of his work at DamonOrion.com.

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Local Peace Economy