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# Prout Research Institute

Asheville NC USA

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## Posts

- [Newsletter December 2022](https://pri.institute/2023/03/20/elementor-812/)
- [Coming soon](https://pri.institute/2022/05/25/coming-soon/) - Thank you for visiting our new website. This page is in the process of being created. Come back and see our Press page soon."

## Pages

- [](https://pri.institute/) - We acknowledge that the Prout Research Institute (PRI) was built upon the ancestral land of the Cherokee People or Aniyunwiya in the Cherokee Language. For thousands of years, the Cherokee evolved a culture and language in sacred harmony with all creation. Read our land acknowledgement statement and ally actions Upcoming Programs The Progressive Utilization Theory,
- [Beyond Left and Right](https://pri.institute/beyond-left-right/) - Beyond Left and Right: Building a New Economy in Uncertain Times Register For over a century, economic debate has been framed as a choice between two dominant approaches: government-controlled systems on one side, and so-called free markets largely shaped by concentrated economic power on the other. While these models differ in structure and ideology, a
- [Board of Directors](https://pri.institute/about-pri/board-of-directors/) - Christy Shaver: Christy is a dedicated advocate for social justice, ecological regeneration, and spiritual transformation. She serves as a board member and faculty member of the Neohumanist College of Asheville, where she helps train educators in values-based, inclusive approaches to education. In 2023, Christy lost her home in the Lahaina wildfire—a turning point that deepened
- [About PRI](https://pri.institute/about-pri/) - Our planet is dying, people are suffering and dying, unnecessarily. Corporate capitalism’s greed for profit is destroying our planet and concentrating wealth and power at record levels while causing millions to fall into poverty. Our current social, economic, and political systems have failed to stop the destruction of our planet’s life support system, have failed
- [Campaign Home](https://pri.institute/campaign-2/) - Campaign The PRI building in Marshall, North Carolina will enable research around the applications of Prout, in person and hybrid education programs and conferences, and be a hub for staff and interns to live and work together. It will also be the physical headquarters of Prout Alliance. Its location on the campus of the Neohumanist College
- [Economic Democracy Training](https://pri.institute/training/) - Economic Democracy Training Embark on a transformative journey at the Economic Democracy Training Program, a 5-day immersive experience hosted by the Prout Research Institute in Asheville, North Carolina. Through engaging workshops on cooperative development, leadership, and permaculture, attendees will delve into the principles and practices of economic decentralization and the pivotal role of cooperatives in
- [Store](https://pri.institute/store-2/) - Proceed to Checkout
- [Newsletter](https://pri.institute/newsletter/) - Contact us for a mailed subscription to our newsletter December 2024 June 2024 March 2024 December 2023 September 2023 April 2023 February 2023 December 2022
- [Publications](https://pri.institute/publications/) - 1. “Climate Change Adaptation through Economic Democracy” by Shriraksha Mohan. 2. “Toward Proutist criminal justice” by Andy Douglas. 3. “The Housing Crisis in America” by Tapan Mallik, Ph.D. Climate Change Adaptation through Economic Democracy by Shriraksha MohanPublished by Wright State University, 2024Download in PDF As global climate change poses a serious threat to humanity’s survival, equitable and just
- [Choosing Economic Democracy: A Community Forum](https://pri.institute/choosingeconomicdemocracy/) - On Cooperatives, Local Economies and Regenerative Agriculture. Register We have decided to postpone the gathering as we focus on helping the rebuild and recovery from Hurricane Helene. We look forward to seeing how we can all emerge closer as a community. Imagine a world where everyone has access to the basic necessities of life (food,
- [Land Acknowledgement ​Statement](https://pri.institute/land-acknowledgement-statement/) - We acknowledge that the Prout Research Institute (PRI) was built upon the ancestral land of the Aniyunwiya, commonly known as the Cherokee. Before European colonization, their towns were established throughout the southeastern United States. Learn more about the land and its people with the interactive map Native-Land.ca. They endured profound abuse from early colonizers and later the United
- [Our Community, Our Economy](https://pri.institute/economic-democracy-conference-3/) - A community forum for Western North Carolina. October 11th, 10 am – 4 pm Register We invite you to join a community gathering of progressive leaders, activists, artists, farmers and permaculture designers, spiritual practitioners, and entrepreneurs who are working everyday to build a better community–and an economy that works for everyone. By joining together in
- [Careers](https://pri.institute/careers/) - Economic Democracy Internship In preparation for a local Economic Democracy Conference, an internship is being offered to support outreach and communications efforts. The internship is tailored to the strengths and interests of the intern and can include social media management, community organizing, research and journalism, and multi-media production of documentary stories. Training can be provided.
- [Checkout](https://pri.institute/checkoutstore/)
- [TTCW African Reality](https://pri.institute/theafricanrealitycourse/) - The Prout Research Institute co-hosted with Amandla African Samaj an online course, “The African Reality and Tools to Change the World” from August 11 to October 8, 2023. 142 people registered from 12 countries of Africa and 21 other countries. There are recordings of 23 of the classes in English (EN), French (FR), Portuguese (PT),
- [Allies](https://pri.institute/prout-movement/) - Proutist Universal is a growing movement of people and initiatives that offer viable solutions the world needs. Our offices, centers, activities, events, and publications are mainly run by dedicated volunteers. Its global headquarters is in Copenhagen, Denmark. ProutSisters envisions a world where every woman is empowered to express her full potential and contributes towards a
- [Building Progress](https://pri.institute/campaign/building-progress-2/) - The one-acre site has been cleared, which is important to catch the maximum sunlight for the solar panels. The 600-foot road and parking area was improved with a layer of landscaping felt, railroad ballast (small rocks), and road bond. An underground water pipe 400 feet long was laid from the well at the Neohumanist College
- [Welcome to PRI_old homepage](https://pri.institute/home/) - About PRI Corporate capitalism is destroying our planet and concentrating wealth and power at record levels while causing millions to fall into poverty. The Progressive Utilization Theory or Prout is an economic and social alternative that protects the environment, shares the resources of the earth equitably, and provides a high quality of life to everyone.
- [Financial Need](https://pri.institute/campaign/financial-need/) - A bank account has been opened with Telco Community Credit Union, and PayPal has opened a PRI account. Benevity is a charitable donation-management company that has approved PRI as a charity. If an employee of any one of the hundreds of large corporations that are Benevity customers donates to PRI, his or her employer will
- [Campaign](https://pri.institute/1097-2/) - The Prout Research Institute (PRI) is developing infrastructure that can initiate practical projects and policies, raise consciousness, and train people in Prout’s holistic socio-economic model. The PRI building in Marshall, North Carolina, 30-minutes by car from Asheville, is designed to house staff and interns and provide space for courses, seminars and conferences. As the center rises, so
- [paint brush sketch with building](https://pri.institute/elementor-1248/)
- [Store default](https://pri.institute/shop2/) - All Read more Watershed Worlds Add to cart $20.00 After Capitalism: Economic Democracy in Action Add to cart $20.00 Growing a New Economy: Beyond Crisis Capitalism and Environmental Destruction
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- [Land Acknowledgement Statement (old)](https://pri.institute/land-acknowledgement-project/) - We acknowledge that the Prout Research Institute (PRI) was built upon the ancestral land of the Cherokee People or Aniyunwiya in the Cherokee Language. For thousands of years, the Cherokee evolved a culture and language in sacred harmony with all creation. The PRI, which promotes the Progressive Utilization Theory (Prout), supports the idea of Cosmic
- [Advisory Committee](https://pri.institute/about-pri/advisory-committee/) - Allan Rosen: He has worked in the nonprofit community development sector since 1989 and was introduced to Prout in 1990. He completed his graduate studies in city and regional planning at UNC-Chapel Hill in 1995. For the last twelve years he has worked for an anti-poverty human services agency in Chapel Hill, NC. Previous work
- [Building Plan](https://pri.institute/campaign/building-plan/) - Prout Research Institute building will have two offices, a large meeting hall, and an upstairs yoga and meditation hall for a total of 2500 square feet plus an unfinished basement. South facing, its rooftop solar panels will provide electricity. A civil engineer made a foundation plan. Architect Alice Dodson has generously contributed a full architectural
- [Research](https://pri.institute/research/)
- [What is Prout?](https://pri.institute/about-pri/what-is-prout/) - The Progressive Utilization Theory, or Prout, is an integrated socio-economic system that enables both people and planet to thrive. It is an alternative to corporate capitalism, the current dominant economic model. While capitalism is focused on the maximization of profits to benefit a few, Prout’s economy seeks to build wealth for everyone. Learn how Prout
- [Cookie Policy](https://pri.institute/cookie-policy/) - About this cookie policy This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are and how we use them, the types of cookies we use i.e, the information we collect using cookies and how that information is used, and how to control the cookie preferences. For further information on how we use, store, and keep your personal data
- [Press](https://pri.institute/press/) - Thank you for visiting our new website. This page is in the process of being created. Come back and see our Press page soon."
- [Sign up for newsletter](https://pri.institute/sign-up-for-newsletter/) - Thank you for visiting our new website. This page is in the process of being created. Come back and see our Newsletter page soon.
- [Trainers](https://pri.institute/careers/trainers/) - Thank you for visiting our new website. This page is in the process of being created. Come back and see our Trainers page soon.
- [Research Scholars](https://pri.institute/careers/research-scholars/) - Thank you for visiting our new website. This page is in the process of being created. Come back and see our Research Scholars page soon.
- [Internships](https://pri.institute/careers/internships/) - Thank you for visiting our new website. This page is in the process of being created. Come back and see our Internships page soon.
- [Contact us](https://pri.institute/contact-us/) - Prout Research Institute272 Wellness Way (mailbox on S. Panhandle Rd)Marshall, NC 28753-0763Tel. 336-567-6912Email: info@pri.institute Online form
- [Campaign](https://pri.institute/campaign/)

## Landing Pages

- [Prachar landing Page 2](https://pri.institute/elementor-landing-page-1871/) - Necessities of Life, GuaranteedThe minimum requirements of a dignified life, including food, clothing, housing, education, and medical care, should be ensured for all people. Cooperative EconomyA decentralized economy based around cooperatives can create fair employment and produce goods based on the collective necessity of the region. Ecosystem BalanceThe rights of Nature should be protected and
- [Prachar Landing Page](https://pri.institute/proutintro/) - Necessities of Life, GuaranteedThe minimum requirements of a dignified life, including food, clothing, housing, education, and medical care, should be ensured for all people. Cooperative EconomyA decentralized economy based around cooperatives can create fair employment and produce goods based on the collective necessity of the region. Ecosystem BalanceThe rights of Nature should be protected and
- [Elementor Landing Page #1858](https://pri.institute/elementor-landing-page-1858/) - Necessities of Life, GuaranteedThe minimum requirements of a dignified life, including food, clothing, housing, education, and medical care, should be ensured for all people. Cooperative EconomyA decentralized economy based around cooperatives can create fair employment and produce goods based on the collective necessity of the region. Ecosystem BalanceThe rights of Nature should be protected and
- [Elementor Landing Page #1670](https://pri.institute/elementor-landing-page-1670/) - What is Prout? Facebook-f Youtube Prout is an acronym for Progressive Utilization Theory. It outlines the next step in egalitarian economics and truly representative government that represents your interests and not primarily those of the wealthy. more on prout Get Involved Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper

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- [Watershed Worlds](https://pri.institute/product/watershed-worlds/) - Buy a copy here.
- [After Capitalism: Economic Democracy in Action](https://pri.institute/product/after-capitalism-economic-democracy-in-action/) - test
- [Growing a New Economy: Beyond Crisis Capitalism and Environmental Destruction](https://pri.institute/product/growing-a-new-economy-beyond-crisis-capitalism-and-environmental-destruction/) - by Roar Bjonnes and Caroline Hargreaves. InnerWorld Publications, 380 pages, 2016. The global economic reforms we have seen in recent years--be they conservative, leftist, or green--have been unable to change the destructive course of our economy. It's time for systems change. It's time to move from the power of the corporation to the power of
- [Cooperative Games for a Cooperative World: Facilitating Trust, Communication and Spiritual Connection](https://pri.institute/product/cooperative-games-for-a-cooperative-world-facilitating-trust-communication-and-spiritual-connection/) - by Dada Maheshvarananda. InnerWorld Publications, 304 pages, 2017. Here are 102 amazing activities plus 41 variations for adults and adolescents. These innovative games bring fun and laughter to any event and create powerful, safe learning experiences. Teachers, trainers, community organizers, youth leaders, yoga instructors, and conference organizers will find the skills and resources needed to
- [Tools to Change the World: Study Guide Based on the Progressive Utilization Theory (Prout) Level 1 with companion Facilitation Manual](https://pri.institute/product/tools-to-change-the-world-study-guide-based-on-the-progressive-utilization-theory-prout-level-1-with-companion-facilitation-manual/) - by Dada Maheshvarananda and Mirra Price. Proutist Universal-Copenhagen, 2019, 134 pages and 38 pages. Prout's holistic and logical vision to end exploitation and needless suffering is explained clearly in 10 modules. The activist tools in this manual are proven techniques that unlock our capacity to educate, to build collective power, and to make a change.
- [The Conscious Universe: A Commentary on Shrii Shrii Anandamurti’s Ananda Sutram](https://pri.institute/product/the-conscious-universe-a-commentary-on-shrii-shrii-anandamurtis-ananda-sutram/) - by Devashish Donald Acosta. InnerWorld Publications, 2021, 411 pages. Ananda Sutram is a modern-day exposition of Tantric philosophy composed in 1961 by the Indian sage and Tantric master Shrii Shrii Anandamurti. Over the course of eighty-five succinct and challenging sutras, it follows the river of Tantra into the present day, and along the way it
- [A Proposal for A World Constitution Based on the Works of Shrii Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar](https://pri.institute/product/a-proposal-for-a-world-constitution-based-on-the-works-of-shrii-prabhat-ranjan-sarkar/) - An in-depth look at Shrii Sarkar’s approach to the creation and operation of a world government. It is structured in the form of a constitution together with commentary. The book focuses on the mature phases of the evolution of world government and includes more than 500 footnotes. The author, Chandra Shekhara, has been a follower

## Events

- [Economic Democracy Training 2026](https://pri.institute/event/economic-democracy-training-2026/)
- [Storytelling for Change - Workshop](https://pri.institute/event/storytelling-for-change/) - Storytelling for Change A Weekend Workshop Celebrating the Transformative Power of Your Story Friday, December 12, 2025 to Sunday, December 14, 2025 Improve your public speaking skills with professionals, enthusiasts, and first-time tellers Workshop a story from your life Perform at a community dinner Saturday night at the Hatch Coworking Space $125 - Workshop
- [Beyond Left and Right: Building a New Economy in Uncertain Times](https://pri.institute/event/beyondleftandright/) - Imagine a world where everyone has access to the basic necessities of life (food, clothing, housing, healthcare and education), where we all have an enjoyable job with a living wage, and where the economy is based on cooperation instead of competition. Join us in a day of discussion, collaborative workshops and expert-led panels. Together we
- [Storytelling for Change - Community Event](https://pri.institute/event/storytelling-for-change-event/) - Listen to transformative stories, and enjoy a community dinner hosted at Hatch Coworking Space. Stories are told by participants of the Storytelling for Change weekend workshop. 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm: Light Dinner (vegetarian) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm: Performances Free Admission, Donations Welcome 45 S French Broad Ave. Suite 170 Asheville, NC 28801
- [Spritual Brotherhood Retreat](https://pri.institute/event/spritual-brotherhood-retreat/) - Please join us for a weekend of friendship and brotherhood. We’ll explore our masculinity, gender roles, and feminism on the spiritual path towards wisdom and divine love. Brother Raghuviira will lead us in a session about “Devotion and Awe”. Dada Maheshvarananda will facilitate challenging team-building initiative tests and cooperative games in the surrounding fields
- [Choosing Economic Democracy](https://pri.institute/event/choosing-economic-democracy/) - Choosing Economic Democracy: a community forum on Cooperatives, Local Economies, and Regenerative Agriculture. Imagine a world where everyone has access to the basic necessities of life, where workers have a say in determining their wages and are empowered to lead democratic businesses, where food, energy, and wealth can be generated locally and circulated in the
- [Empowering Displaced Women through Community, Knowledge & Economic Independence](https://pri.institute/event/empowering-displaced-women-through-community-knowledge-economic-independence/) - 1.5hr seminar including: discussion of PROUT perspective on women's empowerment, conversation and inspiration with Didi, and brief art share. *This event is open to people who identity as women.
- [Training for Economic Democracy: A conversation with the Training Team about this Aug 1st to 6th Immersive Event in Asheville, NC](https://pri.institute/event/training-for-economic-democracy-a-conversation-with-the-training-team-about-this-aug-1st-to-6th-immersive-event-in-asheville-nc/) - Economic Democracy is often mentioned as an essential element of an economy of the people, by the people, and for the people. However, it is not always clear what it entails and how we can become involved in materializing it. Join us on Thursday, June 27, at 8pm EDT for a free webinar to learn more about the
- [Economic Democracy Training](https://pri.institute/event/2132/) - Embark on a transformative journey at the Economic Democracy Training Program, a 5-day immersive experience hosted by the Prout Research Institute in Asheville, North Carolina. Through engaging workshops on cooperative development, leadership, and permaculture, attendees will delve into the principles and practices of economic decentralization and the pivotal role of cooperatives in fostering resilient, equitable,
- [Problems with Neoclassical Economic's Market System](https://pri.institute/event/problems-with-neoclassical-economics-market-system/) - In this presentation we explore the neoclassical economic model of a perfectly competitive market. We challenge the foundational assumptions of the model and question whether it is logical or whether it is designed to adhere to the internal logic of neoclassical economics. Given the conclusions reached, we briefly query whether Prout could provide an alternative

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