Research · The Flourish Commons

Academic Publications

Peer-reviewed papers, chapters and working papers tracing the development of the Flourish Model and the Ecosystemic Flourishing Framework.

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A living body of thought, developing through research, dialogue and encounter.

14 linked resources are currently gathered here. The collection will continue to evolve as new work is published and earlier material is reviewed.

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Introducing the ESF Framework, Sept 2025

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Short Introduction to the ESF Framework

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A Contribution to the United Nations Intergovernmental Process on Beyond GDP,

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Beyond East and West: Ecosystemic Flourishing and the Emergence of a Multipolar World

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Learning to Flourish: An Ecosystemic Vision for Education in an Age of AI and Planetary Change

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The Evidence for Values-Based and Ecosystemic Education:

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Education for Human Flourishing - a New Conceptual Framework for Promoting Ecosystemic Wellbeing in Schools,

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Relational Intelligence: Exploring Children's Spirituality and the Pattern Language of Beauty, Flow and Love,

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The Purpose of Education - from Attainment to Human Flourishing

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The Flourish Model, Montessori and the Pedagogy of Love

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The Flourish Model: exploring the relational foundations of human capacities and potential,

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It's all about relationship

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The Spiritual Essence of Childhood,

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Why we need the Flourish Model: Exploring the History of Global Wellbeing indicators, Flourish Project

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