Ecofeminism is not a doctrine but a diverse and evolving body of thinking and doing – rooted in the insight that ecological destruction and social oppression are deeply connected. In this workshop, we explore ecofeminism as a perspective that complements and deepens permaculture’s ethical foundation of earth care, people care, and fair share.

We will trace ecofeminist thought across global contexts and reflect on the lived experience of care, embodiment, reproduction, land, and resistance. Through this lens, we’ll ask: How are systems of power – particularly those exerting control over women, seeds, and soil – interconnected? What kinds of power does patriarchy hold over the reproductive capacity of bodies and ecosystems alike?

Permaculture teaches us to observe relationships, value diversity, and design for resilience. Ecofeminism expands this by challenging the domination of nature and of feminised labour – and by offering regenerative visions grounded in reciprocity, interdependence, and situated knowledge. Together, we’ll explore how these traditions can inform one another, both in theory and in practice.