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Ecological Design Thinking Certificate

December 27, 2026 - January 9, 2027
Apply by October 20 for early bird pricing.

Admissions on a rolling basis.

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Facilitated by the Founders of Siendo Naturaleza, and certified by our academic partner Prescott College.

This course encapsulates our approach and mindset when it comes to living with the land, learning in community, designing for the planet and thinking in systems.

Through individual and group projects, you’ll acquire foundational knowledge and develop hands-on practice in Ecological Design Thinking so that you can bring this approach to regenerate your corner of the world.

The training includes workshops and projects that incorporate Systems Thinking, Gaia Theory, Storytelling, Human and Earth Centered Design, and Design Thinking.

Program fee in US$ covers accommodation, meals, and ground group transport to and from Tarapoto City to the learning center:

December Cohort - 2 weeks

Regular

Early bird (apply by Oct 20)

Shared room
Private room

$1,956
$2,105

$1,755
$1,905

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Regeneration Challenges Internship

May 31 -August 20, 2027
Onsite June 14 - August 14

Admissions on a rolling basis.

For those who are ready to become seeds of regeneration around the Earth.

Work as part of an interdisciplinary team on a real project. Together we will investigate, test and implement regenerative solutions. 

You will gain practical experience and develop your leadership skills. This internship will not only enhance your career path, it will equip you to make a positive impact in the world.

Read the 2025 Program Impact Report

Program fee: US$ 4,418
Covers accommodation and all meals for 8 weeks onsite (does not include the break week), and ground group transport to and from Tarapoto City to the learning center.

Ecological Architecture Immersion

May 3 - 18, 2027

Design and build with a focus on the environment.

During this intensive course you will gain practical experience by engaging with your mind and your body.

In this hands-on program you’ll work alongside experts to complete a structure that serves the local community and ecosystem.

Learn to use tools, apply new methods, and participate in workshops such as model making, Design Thinking, and surveying. 

“The conversations I have had over the duration of the program are some of the most interesting and special I had in my life, and I hope to continue and nurture the connections I made here with other participants.”

McGill student, participant in the Ecological Architecture Immersion January 2025