Permaculture Ethics: People Care

Be kind. This is a good place to begin. Treat people with respect and dignity. Do not demean them even if they are demeaning you. By all means, protect yourself but think before you act. Are you under attack? Or, is the perceived attacker having a bad day and venting.

You do not have to like a person or sit down for coffee with them, in order to respect their rights. Be polite and stay civil.

Poverty is one of the greatest issues impacting our society. Racism and other discriminatory behaviours and beliefs are serious impediments to getting anything done. 

How can we work together if we are divided along the lines, of gender, race, creed and so on?
And if we are going to combat poverty, hunger and homelessness, not to mention, the climate catastrophe that is upon us then cooperation among all beings is a must.

If you are a grower, add a row or at least a plant or two and donate that produce to a local food program. If you don't grow then buy a few extra cans and give them away, better yet, give the organization a bit of cash. they are best suited to know what they need.

Smile.

Say please and thank you, when appropriate.

Vote for political parties that want to eradicate the evils of poverty and hunger. If no party has a platform that does this, then advocate. Write letters, make phone calls, tweet and so on.

Organize potluck suppers, share your yard with a gardener who has insufficient space.

Join or start a community garden.

Shop local.

How can you honour the People care ethic?