What is Livability Project? 

Play video of founder Kelley Rajala. Formatted in QuickTime to play on both Macintosh and PCs.

Livability Project is an emerging non-profit organization sponsored by the Pacifica Environmental Family. Our focus is to help individuals, communities and organizations evolve from an era of cheap natural resources to one of renewable energy and sustainable life practices.  We do this by raising awareness through documentary film screenings and speaker events; developing vision by designing neighborhood Livability roadmaps; and moving from vision to action by implementing projects such as  Biodiesel co-ops, energy conservation retrofits, edible community gardens,  permaculture workshops and more!

Vision

Mission

Core Values 

1. Respect.
2. Integrity.
3. Compassion.
4. Humor.
5. Creativity.
6. Interconnection.

Guiding Principles

1. We respect the interconnectedness of all natural and man-made systems.
2. Our intention is to empower individuals and communities by offering responsible living alternatives - small or large.
3. We ground our vision and goals by considering practical implications and implementing local projects.
4. We raise awareness and encourage the use of renewable resources.
5. We put our relationships with people first.
6. We behave with an attitude of service.
7. We follow-through on our commitments with each other and our communities.
8. We follow permaculture ethics in what we do:

• Care for the earth
• Care for people
• Re-invest surplus

*Livability Project defines sustainability practices as organic and locally grown food consumption, use of wind and solar power and biodiesels and recycling and trade as a viable alternative to waste and debt spending.  -All with an emphasis on purchasing local, green, and fair-trade products.