Where globalism brings good, it also introduces many evils.

Clearly we should attempt to assist the less fortunate through improving their standards of living (such as improved education, adequate nutrition, and health care) however this isn’t necessarily the intent of those involved in globalization.

In fact, the objectives of the large majority of those involved in globalization is to spread influence and expand their businesses. We’re talking about countries and corporations that benefit through expanding their influence and businesses (and thereby profits) in underdeveloped countries.

The result is unsustainable short-range thinking, destructive overexpansion, overconsumption of resources, the infiltration of irresponsible lending practices, and cultural degradation.

Localization intends to reverse this tide. Localism will develop specific programs intended to bring about positive, long term change however not at the risk of cultural and environmental destruction. Localization will include empowering local communities to grow intellectual infrastructure (training, education, etc.) as well as improve medicine, local community development, and self-sufficient living. Implemented over the course of years, an intelligent and sustainable development can be realized.

If you would like to be part of developing Localizations platform, please contact Greg with your credentials and/or sample work. Here are 10 potetnial programs to foster and cultivate a local-focused approach, addressing the challenges of globalization and promoting sustainable, self-sufficient communities:

1. Local Skills Training & Apprenticeship Program

– Objective: Offer training in local trades and crafts to develop a strong skill base within communities. Focus on traditional skills (farming, carpentry, textiles) and modern technologies (solar energy, eco-friendly construction) to ensure self-sufficiency and local employment.

– Focus: Workforce development, skills retention, self-sufficiency.

2. Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) Networks

– Objective: Establish local farming networks where residents can buy directly from local farmers. This will strengthen local food systems, reduce the carbon footprint, and ensure communities have access to fresh, sustainably grown food.

– Focus: Sustainable agriculture, local food systems.

3. Local Healthcare Improvement Program

– Objective: Develop localized healthcare services by training local medical professionals and investing in community health clinics. Promote the use of traditional and alternative medicines alongside modern healthcare to cater to the community’s specific needs.

– Focus: Health access, local medical knowledge, community well-being.

4. Local Education & Intellectual Infrastructure Investment

– Objective: Establish locally-focused education systems with curricula that emphasize regional history, culture, and sustainable practices. Create programs that encourage local entrepreneurship and innovation to foster long-term intellectual infrastructure.

– Focus: Education, innovation, local intellectual growth.

5. Sustainable Local Energy Cooperatives

– Objective: Form cooperatives that invest in locally sourced renewable energy, such as solar or wind farms. These cooperatives would reduce dependency on global energy markets and provide sustainable, community-controlled energy solutions.

– Focus: Energy independence, renewable energy.

6. Local Business Incubators

– Objective: Establish local business incubators to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and entrepreneurs. These hubs provide training, mentorship, and financial assistance to foster homegrown businesses that serve local needs.

– Focus: Economic growth, entrepreneurship, local business development.

7. Localization in Arts & Culture Program

– Objective: Promote and preserve local culture by supporting local artists, musicians, and cultural initiatives. Encourage public art projects, community festivals, and cultural education that reflect the community’s heritage and values.

– Focus: Cultural preservation, local arts.

8. Local Circular Economy Initiatives

– Objective: Develop circular economy programs that emphasize reducing waste by keeping resources in use locally for as long as possible. Encourage recycling, repairing, and refurbishing items instead of relying on global supply chains for new goods.

– Focus: Waste reduction, local resource sustainability.

9. Community-Based Financial Systems

– Objective: Promote the establishment of local credit unions and microfinance institutions that support community projects and local entrepreneurs. Reduce dependence on global financial institutions and foster responsible local lending practices.

– Focus: Local finance, sustainable economic growth.

10. Localized Supply Chain Development

– Objective: Create robust local supply chains for essential goods, such as food, clothing, and building materials. This reduces reliance on global markets and ensures the community can be resilient in times of global economic or supply chain disruption.

– Focus: Supply chain resilience, local production.