Donate – Social Systems Lab

“We are called to be architects of the future, not its victims.” R. Buckminster Fuller

bad systems have bad results

Let’s be honest—the system’s broken — so we’re creating a new one. We design, prototype, and launch open-source tools for the next evolution of human civilization. Our mission? Build platforms that empower individuals and communities to connect, collaborate, and create lasting change.

No ads. No shady algorithms. No corporate fluff. Just transparent, decentralized solutions that work for people. The future is collaborative—and it starts here. Ready to help build it? Let’s get to work.

A few words from our partners

A distributed, self-managed, decentralized virtual social environment resembling an endless spider web has long been a dream of mine. As global citizens, we need a non-biased, inclusive, value-based digital platform where each individual, project, and team manages its own node while connecting with others who share common values, visions, and self-imposed rules of interconnection and co-creation. Circles serve as a great example of such a network. The concept of Circles envisions an ever-evolving, self-regulated network built on trust and good intentions, with many additional sub-applications like the altruistic wallet, which make Circles a uniquely innovative and disruptive concept in the virtual world.

Circles is an amazingly innovative and experimental platform that has very similar ideals through nested circles and communities as ourselves. Their dedication to fostering community and collaboration married well with AfrikaBurn, and not only have they provided us with a powerful tool, but they've sparked inspiration throughout our team. Circles is leading the charge in a new decentralised communications medium, and I am excited to be part of the journey with them.

The resonance between Circles' ethos and our own mission at Living Cities Earth is unmistakable. Through nested circles and interconnected communities, Circles mirrors our ideals, providing not only a powerful tool but igniting a fresh wave of inspiration in how we organise our teams and manage our projects. In spearheading a new era of decentralised communication, Circles is paving the way for a more inclusive and connected future. We at Living Cities Earth are thrilled to be part of this journey, eager to leverage Circles' potential to drive positive change and create a better world for generations to come.

As changemakers and collaborators, Circles provides us with an opportunity to not just connect, but initiate local as well as global movements. Equipped with AI-assisted networking and interactive community maps, Circles enables a space to innovate and co-create actionable outcomes to make valuable impact. 8one is excited to be a part of this journey and we are committed to the values on which the platform is built.