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AN ECONOMY FOR A NEW ERA

Humans have an amazing capacity to find solutions to their most challenging problems.
So, why are we content to endure an economy that is incapable of meeting even the most basic needs for half of humanity?
Why aren’t we adopting a system that supports our environment and helps all living beings thrive?
We can do better.

We need a socio-economic system that can:

  • guarantee basic necessities through well-paying jobs for everyone
  • motivate people through incentives to use their potential for the advancement of all
  • give communities the power to determine their own economic destinies
  • utilize our resources to enrich the lives of all living beings

Proutist Universal (PU) is a global network of activists and thinkers inspired by the integral vision and approach of the Progressive Utilization Theory (PROUT).

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ProutCast

Inspiring interviews with guests envisioning a just and compassionate future in line with Progressive Utilization Theory (PROUT). We explore practical ways in which we can all move forward as a collective society to progressively enhance our wellbeing.

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CineProut

CineProut is a monthly online film club dedicated to exploring the social, political, and economic issues of our time through the lens of PROUT.

CineProut invites all those who enjoy thought-provoking films and meaningful discussions to engage in collective reflection and dialogue.

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Prout Global Certification Training

Join us for a dynamic, accessible, and inspiring 9-month journey into the vision and application of PROUT — designed for thinkers, change-makers, and activists around the world.

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Vibrant Ecosystem

We are capable of not only sustaining the natural world but supporting it to truly thrive by living as stewards of this beautiful planet.

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One Human Society

It is time to bring humanity together around universal values and the goal of achieving the welfare of every individual, community, and nation.

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Economy for all

We can build wealth for everyone through a decentralized, cooperative economy and put power and resources into the hands of local people.

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Prout Perspectives

On Cooperatives
Workers' Cooperatives form the main part of Prout's three-tier economy model. They put decision-making power and wealth into the hands of local.
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On Trade
Free trade between rich and poor countries can be disastrous for the less developed trade partner.
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On Democracy
While political democracy can and needs to be improved, Prout emphasizes economic democracy as a direct way people can take control of their daily lives.
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On Spirituality
At the heart of the Prout philosophy is the idea of the inherent unity of all life and the spiritual essence at the core of all beings. Humans are physical, mental and spiritual beings.
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On Socialism
Often termed as ‘Progressive Socialism’, Prout differs from traditional Socialism in key ways, including its three-tiered economic structure and its emphasis on the protection of the natural world.
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On Sustainability
Sustainability has been a buzzword for the last few decades, but the present ecological crisis demonstrates that it is impossible to achieve sustainability within the capitalist framework that puts profit before people and planet.
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On Consumption
Prout is a consumption-based economy which is quite distinct from consumer-driven ones. Economies like capitalism view consumption of commodities as the primary driver of profits.
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On Markets
Through its policies of economic democracy, Prout avoids market failures by decentralizing the economy and putting economic development into the hands of local communities and regions.
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On Wealth Disparity
Capitalism allows the majority of wealth to remain in the hands of a small number of powerful individuals and corporations.
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On Taxes
Prout proposes to replace income tax with production tax to create and simpler and fairer system that discourages tax evasion and supports local economy.
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On Local Economy
Prout’s socio-economic system is based on empowered, decentralized economies, which build local wealth and encourage regional self-sufficiency.
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On Employment
All able adults should have access to jobs with decent wages in order to meet their basic needs and support their ongoing development.
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Articles

production tax
Production Tax: The One Tax the Ultra-Rich Can’t Avoid
By Ralph Andrews “Tax wealth, not work” has become a popular rallying cry in progressive circles. Here’s a more radical proposition:  Tax production,...
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climate change
Climate Change Adaptation through Economic Democracy
By Shriraksha MohanWe’ve recently seen that almost every summer has been the hottest on record. Rainfall patterns have become erratic, and droughts, fires,...
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PROUT Here to there
From Here to There: The Vision of the Progressive Utilization Theory
By Ganesh Bhat | Here – where we are now We are living in a society of paradoxes. The world’s wealth is increasing, as is the number of poor...
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Projects

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Prout in South Tyrol - Knowledge in Expansion
After the Prout Convention of 2016, the team from South Tyrol took the determination to develop a wider local platform for the development and implementation...
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A Cooperative Movement for Everyone
Cooperatives by their definition and purpose seek the best benefit for their members, staff and owners. It’s all the better when these intentions are extended...
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Biodiversity & Water Conservation Project in Parma, Italy
As part of local partnerships, the Italian Prout Research Institute has set up a water and biodiversity conservation pilot project in response to local...
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