The Midden :: Communities Directory

Formed: 2008 Established: 2008

The Midden

Columbus, Ohio,

United States

The Midden is a group of people building a life together in Columbus, Ohio based on the principles of egalitarianism, sustainability, accountability, justice, and cooperation.

We´re a group of five adults, experiencing the rewards and roadblocks of a young egalitarian community - shared property, building cultural norms, developing our economic system, etc. And, we need more people! Please feel free to get in touch.

Status: growing!

Website: http://themidden.wordpress.com

Contact:

Mattie Reitman
379 Chittenden Ave
Columbus, Ohio 43201 United States
Phone: 614-725-4333

Links:

Community Autonomy

The Federation of Egalitarian Communities

Blooming In Space

Community location is placed at the center of the zip/postal code, city/state, or city/country (not based on street addresses)

Former/Other Names: Community Autonomy

Last Updated:10/9/2011

Visitors Accepted

Visitor Process: Email us and express your interest. From there we can arrange a visit.

Affiliations: Emma Goldman Finishing School

Network Affiliations:

FEC: Federation of Egalitarian Communities

:: Fellowship for Intentional Community

Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:

Our community does not discriminate in regards to housing based on race/color, national origin, religion, sex/gender, family status (i.e. having children, not having children, or being pregnant), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, source of income, age, creed, personal appearance, political affiliation, HIV infection, military/veteran status, unfavorable military discharge, gender identity or expression, receiving public assistance, or being the victim of domestic abuse.

Population Members(adults and children): 5 Non-member Residents: 0 Open to new members: Yes	Government Decision Making: By consensus Identified Leader: No Leadership Core Group: No	Labor and Money Financial Style: Other (Labor Sharing - near 100% income share) Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt: Yes (Although we cannot neccessarily communalize it) Labor Contribution: Expected Join Fee: No Regular Fees: Yes (Income sharing)
Land and Buildings Urban (Close to downtown Columbus.) Area: 0.12 acres (0.0 hectares) Land Owned By: The community Number of Residences: 1 Cohousing: No	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 1-5% Share Community Meals: 2-5 times/week Dietary Choice or Restrictions: Diet is up to each individual Dietary Practice: Primarily vegan Alcohol Use: Used occasionally Tobacco Use: Seldom used (Not used indoors)	Social Factors Common Spiritual Practices: No Educational Style(s): Public schooled

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