What's a GVN PoD?
The GVN Pod is an architecturally designed community innovation complex that brings together individuals and organisations from around the world who are dedicated to social and environmental change.
The PoDs provide a platform for innovation, engagement, and creativity in the work of artists, research teams, grassroots organizations, international NGOs, educational institutions, community groups, medical outreach teams, universities, musicians, students, volunteers, social entrepreneurs.
Design
The architecture of our PoD reflects the cultural feel of the landscape with an emphasis on sustainability and respect for the environment. Features of the center will include Adobe bricks & stone, solar water heat & electric power, natural lighting, natural ventilation, water tanks, green houses, tree seed orchard & nursery, resource conservation, composting and vegetable gardens.
Impact
The PoDs facilitate open, ongoing learning and exchange between PoD members and the local community. They provide purpose designed spaces for training and workshops, research and product development, music and arts, areas to learn organic farming and horticulture, and rooms for treatment and outreach.
Our aim with the project is to be a completely sustainable including all key elements (power, waste management, water treatment, food).
The GVN PoD will be planted with love, be nurtured, and grow as if from a seed pod. It will be a place for people to come together in a supportive environment to create, learn arts, business, social skills, share their talents, conduct research and outreach, and become leaders in their own communities.
GVN Village PoD Uganda Timeline
- September 2011 – Purchase of all 23 acres completed
- November 2011 – Master plan approved
- December 2011 – Unveiling ceremony of the foundation stone
- February 2012 – Construction begins
- April 2013 – Opening ceremony [estimated]
