The conference will bring together experiences and lessons from around the world to reflect on the multiple ways in which different actors have sought to support and defend the commons, as well as the chalenges and opportunities faced by the commons in the 21st century.

New Commons – including Knowledge Commons, Cultural Commons and Global Commons – have become an increasingly important research subject in Commons studies. The workshop aims at adding to the understanding of Knowledge Commons and Seed & Variety Commons by especially addressing the following...

Theme: Sustaining Commons: Sustaining our Future IASC2011 will take a critical look at the interface between human and natural systems, Commons in particular, to build on our understanding on the elements and interconnectedness that sustain life, collective action and our future. The Conference...