Description

In this episode of the RE:Generation Collective podcast, Silke von Brockhausen engages with Elyes Mkacher, a regenerative farmer and educator, to explore the concept of regeneration in the context of the United Nations. They discuss the importance of healing our relationship with the earth, the need for a mindset shift away from colonialism, and the role of diversity in leadership. Elyes shares insights on building resilient organizations and communities, nurturing trust, and practical daily regenerative practices. The conversation emphasizes the urgency of regeneration amidst ecological and social crises and envisions a future where the UN can lead in this transformative journey.

Connect with Elyes:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/elyes-m

Learn more about the Design School for Regenerating Earth: https://design-school-for-regenerating-earth.mn.co/

Takeaways

• Regeneration is the opposite of degeneration and degradation.
• We are facing multiple collapses that require a regenerative approach.
• Regeneration involves healing our relationship with the earth.
• It's essential to see ourselves as part of nature.
• Diversity is crucial for effective regenerative leadership.
• Decolonizing our imagination is necessary for planetary regeneration.
• Localization should be integrated into organizational practices.
• Nature provides solutions that we often overlook.
• Listening and observing are key to understanding regeneration.
• Daily practices of gratitude can enhance our connection to regeneration.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Regeneration and the UN

03:03 Understanding Regeneration: A Practical Perspective

08:22 Decolonizing Imagination for Planetary Regeneration

13:26 Building Resilient Organizations and Communities

17:08 Nurturing Trust and Soil in Institutions

19:30 Vision for the Future: Regeneration in the UN

23:04 Mindset Shift: Moving Beyond Greed

23:52 Daily Regenerative Practices