Join us to explore alternative models in which artists and creatives drive change to create paradigm shifts in economic, social, labor and creative models!

The Center for Cultural Innovation is welcoming you to a one-day convening for artists, students, grantees, funders, allies, and interested systems changemakers.

This immersive experience will share stories from world-builders across the United States who, through shared efforts and collectivization, are prioritizing community flourishing and self-determination. Participants will connect with actions they can take today and tomorrow to bring about our better-together future.

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DATE

July 30, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
*Optional dance party from 7 to 9 pm

LOCATION

Ciel Creative Space
935 Carleton Street
Berkeley, CA 94710

REGISTRATION

Registration closes July 15

COST

We are asking for a small contribution of $15 (during the registration process) to reserve your spot.
If this is cost-prohibitive, please contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

PROGRAM

9:00 am - 10:00 am - Breakfast and Casual Conversations
10:00 am - 12:15 pm - Opening Remarks, The (traditional) Game of Life, and Reimagined Systems (an interactive experience)
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm - Lunch
1:15 pm - 5:00 pm - Design Workshop, Interactive Sessions toward a new Game of Life, and Next Moves
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm - Closing Remarks
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm - Family Style Dinner
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - *Optional* Dance Party

Hotel and Transportation

DoubleTree Berkeley Marina
200 Marina Blvd, Berkeley, CA 94710
Reserve your room in our discounted hotel room block HERE. Availability is limited, and rooms will be available until the block is full.
*Transportation will be provided to and from the venue

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Have a question that isn’t answered here? Please review our FAQs (UPDATED 07.09.26) for the convening.

APPRECIATION

This convening is supported by:

With Educational Partners: