**Pattern Name:**
ReLocalize Communication Platform
**Introduction:**
The communication function is analogous to a nervous system.
A promising platform already exists, the Federated Wiki, and it is free! It is self-organizing, open-source, and it's creation and development is led by Ward Cunningham.
**Illustration:**
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**CONTEXT:**
The relationships between people, institutions, ideals, values, goals, tools, methods really matter and should be revealed in multiple contexts.
**PROBLEM:**
**Communication tools are often disconnected and difficult to integrate.**
**The number of applications being used for communication can be confusing and overwhelming.**
**Proprietary software is expensive and difficult or impossible to adapt to local needs.**
**Forces:**
Ownership and control of communication matters.
**THEREFORE (SOLUTION):**
**When possible use Interoperable Open Source Software communication tools.**
**Actions:** Learn how to use the Federated Wiki and work with it's developers to further develop it for neighborhood development and cooperation.
**Consequences:**
The FedWiki communication platform contains many Plugins and Tools that are needed to successfully use the Methods.
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