Nếp Mới – New Patterns of Living and Learning

Vcil Community is committed to building a new civilization centered on well-being and regeneration. To bring this vision to life, we encourage a rethinking of how we live, act, and imagine the future.

Inspired by the Vietnamese word “Nếp”, which refers to the ingrained patterns of culture, habits, and everyday life, the Vcil Community initiated Nếp Mới (“New Nếp”) as a nurturing space for cultivating new ways of living—prioritizing true happiness and the regeneration of true wealth. This is a community space that supports people in becoming aware of and releasing outdated patterns, learning from collective wisdom, and reimagining how we live, connect, and learn together.

Each month, we dive into a different theme—ranging from Alivelihoods and cooperative models in Vietnam, to alternative approaches to economics and education. Nếp Mới invites scholars, experts, and practitioners to share their insights on meaningful and relevant life topics. Participants have the opportunity to engage in dialogue with them, deepen their understanding, explore solutions to personal or collective challenges, or embark on meaningful projects. More than just a conversation, Nếp Mới is a space that fosters reflection, encourages collaboration, and offers practical tools for communities to move toward a regenerative and fulfilling future.

Nếp Mới is a monthly activity exclusively for Vcil Community members—a space to learn, grow, transform, and take action together. It’s not merely about acquiring knowledge; it’s about planting the seeds of new "patterns": new ways of seeing, feeling, and acting—toward co-creating a world we long to belong to.

Our upcoming Nếp Mới:

Nếp Mới #1: Cooperatives in Vietnam - speaker: Nguyen Thi Hien (10th April)

Nếp Mới #2: Livelihoods Vs. Deadlihoods - Speaker: Manish Jain (2nd May)

Nếp Mới #3: Sufficiency Economy Philosophy - Speaker: P’Tang (June)