Silke Helfrich, 1967-2021

Today a German colleague brought us news of Silke's fatal accident while hiking in the Liechtenstein Alps. We were pleased to be mentioned in her book, Free, Fair and Alive and to have helped that work in a small way. She will be missed while her work continues. book

Silke was one of the most important voices in the German-speaking and international commons debates, an inspiring thought leader and practitioner of commoning and a wonderful personality. She has been the author and editor of numerous books, blogger, researcher, speaker and activist. remembered

In tribute to my dear colleague, I wish to offer some reflections on her unique personality and mix of talents. Her friendship, counsel and support over the course of fifteen years profoundly shaped how I’ve grown. Let me extend my heartfelt condolences to Clara, Paul, Jacques, Gina, Nick, Kai and family for their, and our, deep loss. remembered

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