January 2020
Sociocratic governance agreements
Every formal implementation requires a governance agreement document - a description of the governance method in their context. Oftentimes, it's the approval of this document that constitutes the formal adoption of sociocracy. We have several sample governance agreements that groups can take and adopt. In this workshop, we will walk you through the sample governance agreement for a cohousing community (which, for the most part, will apply to many other contexts as well). You can ask questions along the way! We…
Find out more »Organizational structure (3 sessions)
Jan 28, Feb 4, Feb 11 Tuesdays, each 10am Eastern Time/15:00 UTC/16:00 Central Europe. (See time of first session in your time zone) This is a 3-session introduction class to circle structure in sociocracy. It covers basic concepts with many examples. All sessions are participatory with time for questions and answers. The classes will be taught by Jerry Koch-Gonzalez, co-founder and staff member of Sociocracy For All with ample experience with a variety of organizations. Session 1: Basic circle structure…
Find out more »February 2020
Operations and policy in sociocracy
Understanding the difference between operations and policy is key to making fast and good decisions. The idea in sociocracy is to empower operational decisions (so they can be made by anyone who is authorized) and to make policy decisions to guide and improve those operational decisions. However, the line between operations and policy can blur which makes it harder to make pragmatic decisions. Policy decisions are made by consent while operational decisions are often made alone - and with feedback…
Find out more »Nonviolent communication introduction (3 sessions)
Feb 10, Feb 17, Feb 24, 2020, Mondays, each 1pm Eastern/18:00 UTC/19:00 Central European (see time of first session in all time zones). This is a 3-session introduction class to compassionate communication (Nonviolent Communication, NVC). It covers basic concepts with many examples. All sessions are participatory with time for questions and answers. The classes will be taught by Jerry Koch-Gonzalez, co-founder and staff member of Sociocracy For All, a certified NVC trainer. Session 1: Connecting with yourself, connecting with others…
Find out more »Sociocracy: circle roles
This 1-hour class is giving an overview of the different circle roles (leader, delegate, secretary and facilitator), their typical tasks, and good practices. This class is intended for people who are starting to work sociocratically and would appreciate some clarification of the roles. There will be time for questions! Taught by Ted Rau
Find out more »Sociocracy and conflict resolution (3 hours)
Ideally, sociocracy prevents conflict - but what if that didn't work? Let's look at how sociocracy and conflict resolution can integrate for more connected, harmonious and authentic organizations.
Find out more »Free introduction: What is sociocracy?
Are you tired of power games in your organizations? Do you have hope that collaboration in organizations could bring out the best in people? Does you think organizations could be places of synergy, collaboration, growth and deep and authentic connection? This webinar is giving an overview of sociocracy. We will talk about: better listening consent decision making and circle structure examples from real life! 10am ET, 15 UK, 16 Central Europe. See this event in your time zone!
Find out more »March 2020
Sociocracy Leadership Training (10 sessions)
Our immersion program for those who have learned about sociocracy and are ready to try it out themselves. For 10 weeks, you will work in a team of 5 and self-organize around a small, sociocracy-related project. A trainer is supporting every meeting. That way you learn 3 times: by doing and observing, by receiving feedback and by learning within the project. For more information, please see the SoLT page. Dates, each session two hours on Thursdays at 18:00 UTC on…
Find out more »Facilitation class (3 sessions)
March 31, April 7, April 14, 2020, Tuesdays This is a 3-session introduction class to facilitation and decision making in sociocracy. It covers basic concepts with many examples. All sessions are participatory with time for questions and answers. The classes will be taught by Ted Rau, co-founder and staff member of Sociocracy For All. Session 1: Preparing agendas that work; rounds Session 2: Clear decisions and addressing objections Session 3: What if we have to change our plans? Time-keeping, emotional…
Find out more »April 2020
Nonviolent communication introduction (3-sessions)
April 8, April 15, April 22, 2020, Mondays, each 2pm Eastern/18:00 UTC/20:00 Central European (see time of first session in all time zones). This is a 3-session introduction class to compassionate communication (Nonviolent Communication, NVC). It covers basic concepts with many examples. All sessions are participatory with time for questions and answers. The classes will be taught by Jerry Koch-Gonzalez, co-founder and staff member of Sociocracy For All, a certified NVC trainer. Session 1: Connecting with yourself, connecting with others…
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