As we reflect on our journey since launching in August 2023, we’re filled with pride and gratitude for all that we’ve achieved together. From the heart of our beautiful place nestled in San Salvador in Diamante Valley, Costa Rica, we’ve seen our vision of a connected community come to life.

🎉 Our Achievements:

August 2023 – Founding Coliazul

In August 2023, we founded Coliazul with a shared dream of creating a community-led, Waldorf-inspired children’s program. We established our identity, logo, and began spreading the idea within our community. Early meetings with interested members set the foundation for what was to come.

September 2023 – Defining Our Project’s Profile

By September, we had outlined the profile of our project, focusing on life arts, circus arts, self-sustainability, and Permaculture. We also initiated our first discussions with the Diamante Bridge Collective and Diamante Luz to form strategic partnerships for the project.

October 2023 – Site Assessment

In October, we assessed the potential building site within the Diamante Luz Commons. We hosted sharing circles about our project with various families. We also began searching for experienced Waldorf teachers internationally, inviting Stephanie and Fiona to explore the opportunity with us.

November 2023 – Community Engagement and Learning

We continued with more sharing and informational sessions for the community on holistic learning and Waldorf. We concluded the month with our first cultural celebration and gathering event featuring SanSal Zigany local band, bringing a lot of joy and community spirit.

December 2023 – Planning and Resources

In December, we deepened our connection to the Coliazul building site and started the architectural planning for our Cultural Commons. We also received a generous donation of bamboo from the H.O.M.E. Farm project, kickstarting our resource collection efforts.

January 2024 – Launching the Children’s Program

By January 2024, we welcomed our first experienced Waldorf teacher, Fiona from the UK, who played a crucial role in establishing our children’s program. We launched the program at Finca Rosa’s blue house, supported by Fiona and local apprentice teachers. Community stewards harvested bamboo donated by H.O.M.E. Farm, and we received our first donations from the community to support the program.

February 2024 – Expanding Resources and Partnerships

In February, we received a significant donation of bamboo from La Joya del Sol and secured support from the Holos project, allowing us to use their community dome for movement classes. We also continued to evolve the collaboration agreements with Diamante Luz and Diamante Bridge Collective for the use of the Diamante Luz Commons.

March 2024 – Inaugurating the Building Site

March marked the launch of our online fundraising campaigns on Visionary Fund and Giveth. We held a ceremony with community stewards and children to inaugurate the Coliazul Cultural Commons site and completed a temporary bamboo shelter for storage and classroom space.

April 2024 – Community Involvement and Classes

In April, we started a cooperation with the Recycling Center of San Salvador, involving children in understanding trash and recycling processes. We also began hosting arts and crafts classes at the center, repurposing trash into crafts, and started movement classes with Monique in the Holos community dome.

🌱 What’s Happening Now:

  • We continue to strengthen the core aspects of our project to ensure sustainable growth.
  • Actively inviting more families and community stewards to join our journey.
  • Enriching our program with new activities such as dance, movement, macrame, and resourcery artshops.
  • Offering Spanish and English language classes to our community.
  • Participating in a global network of change-makers, teachers, and innovators through digital platforms that support impact initiatives healing our communities.
  • Actively participating in initiatives that improve our social systems and promote the equitable sharing of resources.

🙌 Be Part of Something Bigger

We are on this journey together, towards regenerating and revitalizing our community and our connection to the Earth.

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Thank you for believing in our vision and for being an essential part of our community’s journey. Together, we are crafting a brighter future for our children and generations to come.

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