GALLERY

Vérité (French for ‘truth”) was founded in 1985 by a group of Aurovilians who wanted to explore what it means to live, learn, work and develop integrally.

Keenly aware of living on a planet unable to withstand the increasing demands made by human consumption and destruction, they also believed that the capacities to secure a future of truth, beauty and harmony were inherent in humanity.

Recognizing they were living in a time of exceptional urgency to help preserve and nurture the biodiversity essential for all life and evolution, the first Vérité settlers began by revitalizing several acres of barren land in Auroville’s Industrial Zone.

Inspired by the Integral Yoga of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, and guided by the ideals of Auroville, the Vérité project was built on the cornerstones of sustainability, collective yoga, health and wellness and spiritual "practice-in-action" in its efforts to become a centre for integral development in service to Auroville and its guests.

In Vérité's early years, residents pooled their personal resources, shared expenses and invested in infrastructure. As the project began to grow, residents took up fundraising efforts, thanks to numerous donors who supported its vision and generously funded infrastructure.

Vérité has been able to make consistent progress in its development.

While Vérité is financially self-sustaining (able to maintain infrastructure, subsidize residents, support staff, and make consistent contributions to Auroville's Central Fund), funds are needed for the next phase of Vérité to manifest.