Camphill Community

Camphill community literature documents the history, philosophy, and daily life of one of the largest networks of intentional communities for people with developmental disabilities in the world. Founded in 1940 by Karl König and a group of Austrian refugees near Aberdeen, Scotland, the Camphill movement now includes over 100 communities across more than 20 countries, rooted in Rudolf Steiner’s principles of curative education and social renewal.

Key titles include Karl König’s autobiographical writings, Robin Jackson’s histories of the Camphill movement, and Christoph Hanni’s reflections on communal living and social therapy. You will also find accounts by co-workers and community members that illuminate what it means to live and work alongside adults and children with special needs in a setting where mutual support replaces institutional care.

These resources serve current and prospective Camphill co-workers, social therapy students, disability studies researchers, and anyone interested in models of inclusive community life. Browse the broader Special Needs & Curative Education category for related therapeutic titles.