As a long-time community member, I have had the privilege to work, serve and lead in the Foundation, on Erraid, the Steiner School, GEN, Gaia Ed, Findhorn WindPark, NFD, Findhorn College and lately in the NFA. As a keen supporter of Ecovillage initiatives from the beginning of that potential framing landing in our community, I understand the ecovillage impulse as one way of expressing our spiritual values - in form, and in practice. I am glad that I can contribute at this time when we are reforming to become the ‘eco-spiritual community’ everyone already imagines we are. As we transition into full community custodianship and ownership of our common land and public facilities. It’s a big deal!!

I want to honour all the pioneering people who have helped us get to this exciting next phase. Blessings Be

Rupert is a climate leadership and impact investment entrepreneur.  He was an ecological activist as a teenager, first came to the community in 1991, while at university, and had a close connection to Eileen Caddy, a founder. He studied Theology, Philosophy and Natural Sciences at Cambridge, winning the University Bronowski prize for the top first in his year,  boxed for CUABC, and later went to CIIS in San Francisco as a Fulbright Scholar, studying East/West Psychology.  His orginal professional training was at JP Morgan. 

Tessa's journey to Findhorn began in her mid 20s, guided by a strong call from South Africa. Eight years later, she remains deeply committed to the community. Starting as a work exchanger in Cullerne Garden, Tessa's path led her to serve as an NFA counsellor for two years before joining the Global Ecovillage Network (GEN) International, where she trained in community development. Leading a LEADER-funded project, she facilitated GEN Ecovillage Development training for 20 communities in Moray. Currently working as a hypnotherapist and women's red tent facilitator, and studying Integrated Counselling at the University of the Highlands and Islands, Tessa brings a wealth of experience to her role as a volunteer board member of EF. With a Bachelor's in Business and Marketing, and a Post Graduate in Sustainable Development, she is well-placed in conducting community meetings, writing newsletters, and providing valuable insights, particularly from a community development perspective. Tessa also serves as a vital link to young people and families within the Park Ecovillage Community.

Anni is Acting Chair of Park Ecovillage Trust, a former councillor of the New Findhorn Association, and a key leader on the Sanctuary rebuild project. Anni is a former lawyer and is currently the CEO of Support Network (the benevolent fund of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers) in London.

Ian leads the Findherne Development Trust working on affordable, "passivhaus" and community transport projects. He has 30 years experience as contractor for major developments including schools, hospitals and hotels. His is a Civil Engineer by training and he is a keen poet and writer.

Jake was brought up in the community  (in Scotland's first strawbale house!) and has been a leader at the Global Ecovillage Network in several capacities. Having visited many European ecovillages he is an expert on different ecovillage models as well as a trainer in Sociocracy a powerful, deep democratic decision making tool.

Eveline came to do experience week with her husband Hugo in 2004. After coming back every year at least twice, they moved up from The Netherlands in 2010. She is passionate about gardening, compost making, healthy food and all things beneficial bacteria. She is also passionate about community and is happy to support it by offering her practical and down-to-earth admin and bookkeeping skills. She has an online practice as a functional nutrition practitioner.

Sue Dominey has lived at the Park Ecovillage for over 7 years,  living for one year in a campervan, then buying a caravan, then building a wooden Eco-mobile home.

She has worked for over 27 years as an Expressive Arts Counsellor, Supervisor and Group facilitator, and is a passionate creative activist.

Sue is qualified not only through 'School of Life experiences', but also through immersive studies with The Forgiveness Project in London - Diploma in Conflict Resolution and Restorative Practice/Justice, One year with Ana Rhodes  Group Process work , and a Diploma in Spiritual Accompaniment.

For the last 2 years Sue served as a NFA Councillor, and for the last 6 months as a Listener Convenor - her favourite parts of this role were holding Council Cafe, co-holding community meetings, listening to Community, and serving in groups such as Governance and Children and Families. She now has time, energy and space to take a role in EF  "Community Listening and Events"

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