Costa Rica
Feb 26 - Mar 2, 2025
Join us to co-create protopia; a positive and exciting prototype of a future worth working towards now
Meet Our Visionary Speakers & Musical Artists
Derrick Broze is an author, journalist, documentary filmmaker, and activist originally from Houston, now based in Mexico. In 2013, he founded The Conscious Resistance Network, a multimedia journalism outlet that exposes corporate and governmental corruption while highlighting solutions and exploring spirituality. Derrick has written numerous books including The Conscious Resistance Trilogy, The Holistic Self-Assessment, and How To Opt Out of the Technocratic State. He is the co-founder of The Freedom Cell Network, an international decentralized movement encouraging people to build local mutual aid groups with the goal of building parallel systems. In January 2021, Derrick cofounded The People's Reset Activation, a 5-day solutions focused event held annually in Morelia, Mexico. The People's Reset brings together 40 plus speakers from around the world who are focused on building a grassroots movement capable of building parallel institutions to the mainstream systems.
Dani Bellavita is a visionary producer, speaker, and facilitator who weaves transformational experiences that inspire collective action and regenerative living. With over 30 years of experience in systems transformation—from corporate IT project management to decentralized governance—Dani designs and produces events that blend ancestral wisdom, ecological stewardship, and cutting-edge collaboration tools. As President of the Diamante Bridge Collective, Trustee of the Diamante Luz Foundation, and co-founder of ReFi Costa Rica’s Bioregional Consortium, Dani creates spaces where community leaders, changemakers, and visionaries come together to explore conscious communication, decentralized systems, and regenerative solutions. Her signature workshops, including The Village ABC’s and The 8 Stages of Stewardship, invite participants to engage deeply with the building blocks of trust, shared values, and collective care. Dani’s events are immersive journeys that activate the mind, body, and spirit—empowering communities to step boldly into co-creating resilient, life-affirming futures.
Yalor is most well known for his work with MetaCartel, a grant funding initiative that was the beginning of the DApp builder ecosystem on Ethereum and next for the Regenerative Land Development project in Costa Rica called MetaCampus. Yalor has a love of communication and enjoys pondering the complex social dynamics of humanity, you’ll often find him at a good sauna session with friends or enjoying the nearest ice bath. Yalor has played various roles in organizations I’ve the years but the role he is most well suited for is the “disruptor”, where his ideas can come in and shake things up, spark controversy then encourage new ideas and collective growth, he also advocates for replacing mediocrity in politics with genuine passion and commitment.
Eduard's unwavering commitment to the transformation of education led him to establish the University for International Cooperation in 1994, where he presently serves as the Rector and President. He stands as a prominent global advocate for regenerative development rooted in the Planetary Boundaries Approach and the "Safe Operating Space for Humanity" concept. His visionary approach seeks inventive solutions to contemporary challenges through collaborative transdisciplinary efforts, effectively harnessing biodiversity, climate change and socio-economic scenarios. This approach integrates economic, societal, cultural, environmental, political, and spiritual dimensions with the overarching objective of ameliorating global conditions and enhancing the well-being of all life forms. Notably, in July 2018, he spearheaded the inauguration of the Regenerate Costa Rica initiative, a bioregional endeavor that garnered support from over 40 international and national partners. Eduard's illustrious professional journey, spanning more than four decades and encompassing five continents, has bestowed upon him international recognition as a trailblazing leader.
Sharon Gal-Or is a regenerative consultant, public speaker, and author whose work bridges spirituality, ecology, the future of humanity, and regenerative movements. Holding an MSc in Life Sciences from Tel Aviv University, he began his career in scientific research before transitioning into cultural diplomacy, social innovation, and sustainable development. He founded TING Global, an educational platform integrating gamified learning and interdisciplinary thinking, and co-created The Periodic Table of the Future of Work and Play. As CEO of the Impact Evaluation Foundation (IEF) and co-founder of LivingCities.Earth, he advances regenerative urbanism and ecological impact assessment. His campaigns and initiatives, such as Challenge 18 and the Declaration of Regenerative Stewardship, promote sustainability and social change. Recognized by the Israeli Ministry of Education and international organizations, Gal-Or continues to inspire communities through thought leadership, creative activism, and global advocacy for a more regenerative and collaborative future.
Charlotte is passionate about creating social innovation and experimentation hubs where system changers can connect, collaborate, and thrive—whether through place-based communities or transformative events. In Costa Rica, she founded Unity, an intentional conscious co-living community in San José, while also catalyzing the development of an activist community known as Protopia in Arenal. In Portugal, she has been actively collaborating on the establishment of a DAO-governed regenerative village called Traditional Dream Factory. Charlotte co-authored the book How to Build a Regenerative Village and regularly explores topics related to the regenerative movement, cultural evolution, technology, and societal progress through her writing. Her latest venture, Protopian Convergence, produces impactful events aimed at building capacities for a thriving civilization. She also works with Frequency, a non-profit ecosystem of conscious investors, global leaders, and visionary builders committed to funding and scaling groundbreaking solutions that drive systemic change.
Gustavo is Chief Evangelist at Collabberry, a web3 platform that support teams to reward real contributions as they happen, so everyone who helps drive the project forward gets their fair share on their Community. While also being Instigator of Coh3rence, where he helps organizations to handle the complexities of inclusive decision-making and conflict transformation, he's gonna help us to understand how can we start building today the Regenerative Governance of tomorrow.
Arturo is driven by a passion for regeneration, from global ecosystems to individual well-being, and dedicated to creating positive change. He believes Regenerative Finance can incentivize intersectional regeneration, renewable energy adoption, decentralization, scientific research, crypto adoption, high-quality natural digital assets, and the liberation of the human spirit. His diverse background in environmentalism, cultural studies, anthropology, and law provides a unique lens for developing innovative solutions for a more inclusive and thriving future.
Stefan has nearly a decade of experience in leadership positions furthering the implementation of holistic development solutions. His multifaceted expertise brings together the arts, regenerative farming, activism, education and entrepreneurship. He has worked in the for-profit, not-for-profit, and grassroots organizing sectors. He currently works with Evolutesix, empowering the new generation of regeneration entrepreneurs tackling the biggest challenges of our time. Stefan also has his own newsletter “Notes on Solarpunk Economics”, where he dives into the economic and mental paradigm shift needed to usher a Solarpunk future.
Biotechnologist by training, altruist at heart, working toward alleviating suffering on a global scale. Spent the last decade in food technology to disrupt industrial animal agriculture. Eager to advance pro-technology, scalable solutions to increase empathy for more harmonized and sustainable life.
Philippa Attwood is the founder of Futuro Nativo, an initiative using technology to automate global reforestation and create new social economies. Futuro Nativo supports brands and companies in integrating reforestation into their business operations, linking it to products and services while meeting environmental commitments.
At the intersection of consciousness evolution and technological innovation, I work to ensure emerging technologies serve humanity's highest potential. My expertise lies in developing frameworks that bridge Silicon Valley's technical capabilities with timeless wisdom traditions, focusing on the ethical and regenerative applications of artificial intelligence. Through deep immersion in both meditative practices and advanced technology development, I've cultivated a unique capacity for integrating expanded awareness with practical technological solutions. This allows me to help organizations transform their relationship with technology from potentially extractive to inherently regenerative. Currently based in San Francisco, I collaborate with conscious tech pioneers and wisdom keepers to create methodologies that enhance collective intelligence rather than replace human wisdom. My work focuses on developing AI systems that support the emergence of regenerative societies while honoring the delicate balance between technological advancement and ecological wisdom.
Naoba is a visionary sound artist and biologist pioneering the intersection of bioacoustics, Earth consciousness, and healing technologies. Through Heart in Nature, she researches how environmental frequencies impact human wellbeing, bridging scientific methodology with ancestral sound practices. Her unique sensitivity to Earth's subtle energies, combined with expertise in biology and natural medicines, allows her to translate nature's sonic patterns into accessible healing tools. As a ceremonialist, poet, and Web3 innovator, she weaves together ancient wisdom with future technologies. Her facilitation integrates Possibility Management, deep listening practices, and bioacoustic research, creating transformative spaces where science meets ceremony. Current focus: developing sound healing technologies that make Earth's regenerative frequencies accessible for personal and planetary coherence.
Alais Clay is a conscious music artist, and founder of StarTribe Alliance, and Critical Mass Media Design. Born in Barranquilla, Colombia, raised in Miami, and based between Costa Rica and Colorado, Alais works with a wide array of musical influences, global artists & producers to create a signature, bi-lingual discography of conscious music frequencies rooted in planetary stewardship. With a background in multimedia design and holistic therapy, Alais channels her diverse skills into grassroots community activations. She is deeply passionate about empowering individuals and communities through inspiring music, inclusive events, engaging videos, workshops, and practical tools for resiliency and transformation. Her work inspires a sense of unity and purpose across all her creative endeavors.
More presenters To be confirmed soon
THE VENUE
Protopia is an off-the grid activist intentional community located in the jungle of Costa Rica where community, activism, technology, and nature merge. It is intended to function as a hub to develop pro-equality, social and technological innovation through the exploration of topics such as alternative economics, participative governance, socially-oriented enterprises, and novel ways of thinking in general. As an integral community, it's also meant to be a place for trans-personal growth, where the self blends into the collective by experimenting different ways of living and collaborating together.
Via Driving
The community is located in La Cabanga. Follow these directions if you come by car.
Via Bus:
Take a bus to Ciudad Quesada, then from there another bus to Guatuso (San Rafael de Guatuso). From Guatuso, you can take a taxi to the farm (make sure it's 4x4).
TICKETS
First Tier
- Bring your own tent: 245$ (tico)
- Bring your own tent: 299$
- Dorm: 360$
- Private room (sgl): 600$
- Private room (2 pax): 800$
- Private cabina (sgl): 760$
- Private cabina (2 pax): 960$
- 30% cheaper than our at-gate tickets.
- Available until Jan 5th 2025.
Second tier
- Bring your own tent: 280$ (tico)
- Bring your own tent: 342$
- Dorm: 411$
- Private room (sgl): 686$
- Private room (2 pax): 914$
- Private cabina (sgl): 869$
- Private cabina (2 pax): 1097$
- 20% cheaper than our at-gate tickets
- Available until Feb 15th 2025
Third Tier
- Bring your own tent: 315$ (tico)
- Bring your own tent: 384$
- Dorm: 463$
- Private room (sgl): 771$
- Private room (2 pax): 1029$
- Private cabina (sgl): 977$
- Private cabina (2 pax): 1234$
- 10% cheaper than our at-gate tickets
- Available until Feb 28th 2025
At Gate
- Bring your own tent: 350$ (tico)
- Bring your own tent: 427$
- Dorm: 514$*
- Private room (sgl): 857$*
- Private room (2 pax): 1143$*
- Private cabina (sgl): 1085$*
- Private cabina (2 pax): 1371$*
- All prices include 3 meals a day
*Subject to availability
*Group Discount starts from 5 participants
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