About the Interdependence Project

ID ProjectAn educational 501c3 not-for-profit organization, The InterDependence Project (I.D. Project for short) is a diverse project for folks interested in exploring their minds on the meditation cushion and applying the insights, clarity, and wisdom developed by mindfulness meditation techniques to a variety of applications in the world of arts, ecology, activism and community service. The I.D. Project offers various weekly and monthly Buddhist-inspired classes and meditation gatherings in NYC's East Village, as well as day-long workshops on a variety of topics from the world of contemplative trainings, meditative education, activism, and the arts. We currently have one ongoing eco-activism project (Back to the Sack: No More Plastic Bags), as well as monthly arts groups, weekly podcasts, a Guest Lecture Series (Sit Down, Rise Up) an online magazine, and a daily blog.

Consistent meditation practice has now been scientifically demonstrated to reduce stress, help individuals cope with addiction, and increase focus and awareness, as well as instill in the practitioner a greater sense of compassion and concern for fellow human beings. And what do we do with all these benefits? We apply them to our creative pursuits, our desire to serve our local community, and our concern for the troubled state of our global society.

So in addition to our weekly classes and workshops, download our weekly podcast, come on by for an arts group or show, check out our online magazine Sentient City, or participate in our responsible consumption and community activism work. Our service work focuses on: lessening our negative impact on our society, ecological issues, and pro-peace issues. Our arts work includes bi-annual art shows, a writers group, a theater group, a life-drawing group, and plans to include a film group and a musicians group. Sentient City Magazine accepts work of all genres as well as visual, musical, and film submissions.

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We are a tax-exempt 501c3 educational organization. Please make a donation to support this work and to help cover the costs of developing this endeavor. Donations are fully tax-deductible!

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The Interdependence Project, A Not For Profit Corporation
c/o Lila Center
302 Bowery 3rd Floor
New York, NY 10012

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Weekly ID Project Drop-In Meditation Classes are held in New York City every Monday and Wednesday from 7 - 9 pm at Lila Yoga and Dharma Center, 302 Bowery at Houston, on the 2nd floor. Everyone is welcome -- check it out, spread the word, and get involved! More Classes and Workshops

 


 

Arts Daylong Retreat
Join Mindful Artists to Practice Together
and help develop our Eco-Activism Outreach Project!

Sat August 23, 2008 10am-6pm
(More Info and RSVP)

Monthly Integral Activism Group
with Eric Schneiderman and Cassie Mey
Sun Aug 24, 2008 12-2pm
(More Info and RSVP)

Simran Sethi Guest Lecture
(Eco Journalist)
"Environmental Justice"
Wed August 27, 2008 7-9pm
(More Info and RSVP)
Expected to be full!

Monthly Arts Groups
Every Sunday 2-5pm

John Ankele Guest Lecture
(Documentary Filmmaker &
Meditation Teacher)

Wed September 10, 2008 7-9pm

(More Info and RSVP)
Expected to be full!

Hardcore Dharma Series
Intensive Study Group
with Ethan Nichtern

Saturdays This Fall
beginning Sept. 13, 2008 4-6pm

(More Info and RSVP)
Group Size Limited

Anyone in Portland, Oregon?
we now have an I.D. Project Group in Portland. Meets every Thursday
Daylong Retreat in Portland
with Ethan Nichtern September 20! (RSVP now)
Contact Laura Ross:
laura@theidproject.com if you'd like more info.

One City: A Declaration of Interdependence
Check out the acclaimed book by ID Project founder Ethan Nichtern
Find it at: Powell's | Amazon
Or at your favorite bookseller!

More Upcoming Events
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Weekly I.D. Project Podcasts
are available on iTunes!!!
Complete list of podcasts
Please Click Below to support the costs of maintaining the podcast and the site:
Check Out The Daily One City Blog!