AMO – Association of Inhabitants of Oasis
A Living Community. Shared Responsibility.
A Living Community. Shared Responsibility.
AMO is the association of the inhabitants of Oasis — a diverse European community exploring new ways of living, working and growing together in Portugal. AMO is not an operator — it is the community voice and a framework for participation and exchange.
About AMO
AMO represents the inhabitants of Oasis. We provide a shared voice, structure and a point of connection.
AMO is not an operator, owner or commercial provider.
Key points
- Community representation and continuity
- Framework for participation, dialogue and exchange
- Respectful cooperation with local context and partners
Who We Are
A diverse community of families and individuals living together in Portugal.
Cooperation over isolation. Participation over passive presence.
Community life is shaped through contribution, responsibility and mutual respect.
Key points
- Many backgrounds: engineers, educators, artists, entrepreneurs, craftspeople
- Close-to-nature, environmentally aware daily life
- Diversity of skills is a core strength
Our Values & Way of Working
Practical orientations for everyday life — not abstract principles.
Trust, integrity, responsibility and long-term thinking guide our cooperation.
Key points
- Respect & humanity
- Trust & transparency
- Reliability & responsibility
- Integrity & professionalism
- Supporting each other over competition
Why the Association Exists
Representation, structure and continuity for the inhabitants of Oasis.
A stable framework for dialogue, coordination and long-term development.
Neutral and non-commercial — AMO is not an operator.
Key points
- Continuity for a growing community
- Coordination without commercial interest
- Adaptable, grounded in lived experience
Living Sustainability (as a Shared Practice)
Sustainability is a daily practice, not a label.
Responsible land use and long-term thinking around resources and infrastructure.
Autonomy balanced with collective benefit and local context.
Key points
- Permaculture principles and responsible land use
- Shared reflection on energy, water and resource cycles
- Solidarity where possible (sharing knowledge/capacity)
Participation, Exchange & Time Together
Oasis is a place to live, connect, learn and work together.
People may engage for shorter or longer periods in community life — always coordinated respectfully.
Key points
- Remote work, workshops, events, shared time
- Participation based on respect for people and place
- AMO does not operate accommodation, tourism or commercial activities
A Pilot for a Different Way of Living
An alternative to mass tourism and purely commercial development.
Intentionally rooted in place and respectful of local living spaces.
Sustainable, accessible, community-oriented living — built for continuity.
Key points
- Coexistence rather than displacement
- Dialogue with surrounding communities
- Gentle, integrative forms of exchange and learning
An Open Invitation
AMO is a living association shaped by the people involved. Open to dialogue, connection and responsible engagement. Meaningful communities grow through trust, participation and mutual respect.