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In memoriam - Marco Feira

Marco Feira

Marco Feira passed away in his house in Sharnga community on 26 December at the age of 74. He had been suffering from cancer. Marco joined Auroville almost 30 years ago.

Auroville’s innovations for better breathing

1 Aire Masks

The word ‘pivot’ became the marketing buzzword of 2020 in many parts of the world. It captured the agility of businesses that could quickly change direction and move towards practical solutions to address the COVID pandemic.

Succession and ageing: some challenges and solutions

Liliana and Ambra at the Miniature workshop

How does Auroville deal with ageing? Are there community retirement plans? Are Auroville units planning for succession? Auroville Today talked to two unit executives – one who is (slightly) stepping back, the other who is stepping forward – and lifts the veil on a Silver Fund which is being planned for the older members of the community.

Breathing safely: Aurovilians making masks

A mask from Upasana

In Auroville, the prevalence and the meaning of face masks has shifted radically in recent months. From something that was previously worn to protect two-wheeler motorists from dust and pollution, the mask has now become ubiquitous as a signifier of a public health disaster.

Ensuring continuity in Auroville’s commercial units

The team of Sunlit Future. Rishi stands in the back row, 10th from right

Ranging in activity from restaurants to consulting, fashion, construction and more, Auroville has over 250 commercial units. Many of them have developed a reputation for excellence that extends beyond the community, often becoming a first introduction to Auroville for those far away.

A life shaped through art

Marco in his studio

Marco joined Auroville 22 years ago. He reflects here on his many and varied activities, most of which are shaped by a love of the arts.