Local Economy
This course focuses on the role of local (i.e., community-level) economies in ensuring national sustainability. It examines the elements that comprise a sustainable local economy. Specific cases will also be discussed, to give participants a realistic picture of the problems involved and options available in making local economies sustainable.
“The poor of the world cannot be helped by mass production, only by production by the masses.”— Gandhi
Our Work
Core Features of the PRRM Approach
Thematic Areas
Featured Videos
PRRM Annual Report 2010
Good Governance for Sustainable Development
PRRM Contributions to the Substance and Process of Philippine Development- See more videos
Publications
Journals, Books, Articles, Features and Commentaries on national and international policy, grassroots developments and initiatives and rural reconstruction movement. Read more
Community resilience needs a change in mindset
THIS ISSUE OF PRRM’S COMMUNITY & HABITAT JOURNAL IS focused on the intertwined issues of climate change, energy and food.
THIS ISSUE OF PRRM’S COMMUNITY & HABITAT JOURNAL IS focused on the intertwined issues of climate change, energy and food.
Development Courses
Conrado Benitez Institute for Sustainability (CBIS)
The CBIS offers a range of sustainable development courses covering different situations. Read more
Downloadable Forms
CBIS Handbook 4 | Enrollment Form
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