Camphill organisations
One of the strengths of the Camphill movement is the diversity of organisations which come under its broad umbrella. The sheer number of communities and organisations can also be a little confusing!
There are around 40 Camphill communities in the UK including special schools, further education colleges, and communities for younger adults, adults and older people.
Most communities are autonomous and manage themselves. Some are managed by a larger charity or organisation which may run more than one community.
Association of Camphill Communities (AoCC)
All communities are able to join the AoCC which facilitates mutual support among Camphill communities, co-ordinates some of their activities, and represents their common interests. Communities in the United Kingdom and Ireland which choose to join the AoCC are grouped into four geographical areas known as neighbourhoods: English/Welsh, Scottish, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland. Camphill Pages is the newsletter of the AoCC and reports on all its activities.
Camphill Scotland
Camphill Scotland is the membership body for the 11 Camphill communities in Scotland, engaging with government and the authorities to influence policy and raise awareness of Camphill’s work as recognised leaders in the fields of social care and learning disability. It supports its members to work together, and keeps them up to date with regulatory and legislative developments.
Camphill Foundation UK and Ireland
The Camphill Foundation UK and Ireland is a registered charity which receives and channels donations and legacies into a range of projects which enhance and enrich the lives of people with learning disabilities living in Camphill communities.
Camphill Village Trust is a registered charity which runs a number of Camphill communities in the UK including Berith and Camphill Partnership, Botton Village, The Croft, Delrow, Larchfield, Oaklands Park, The Grange, Taurus Crafts and Camphill St Albans. Camphill Village Trust is no longer a member of the AoCC.
Alliance for Camphill
Alliance for Camphill is an association of individuals who campaign for the values of committed Camphill communities, for people with a learning disability, for the importance of community and for social justice.
The Camphill Research Network is an informal network for anyone interested in research on Camphill communities and the wider Camphill movement.
