Intermediate Classes

We are offering 3 standard modules and additional workshops

  • Organizational structure. Decentralized teams and linking.
  • Facilitation class. More productive meetings!
  • Nonviolent communication. Integrity and compassion.

Each module is offered several times a year, often in a series. It makes sense to attend all 3 but it is also possible to pick individual modules. These online classes are typically lecture-based with some participatory aspects.

All classes are held in video calls (on zoom).

The regular price is $100 for three sessions. We have coupons available for reduced rates (ask [email protected]).

All other workshops and events can be found is the events listing. 

Organizational Structure

Decentralized teams and linking
$100/3 sessions
  • 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 I (vision/mission/aims, circles, linking, general circles)
  • Session 2: Basic circle structure II (roles; mission circle/board, stakeholder circles)
  • Session 3: Circle structure show and tell. A guided tour through real organization’s circle structures
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Facilitation class for sociocracy

More productive meetings
$100/3 sessions

  • 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 distress, conflict in meetings.

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Nonviolent Communication

Integrity and compassion
$100/3 sessions

  • This is a 3-session introduction class to compassionate communication (Non-Violent 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 (feelings, needs, connection requests)

  • Session 2: Asking for what you want – and what to do if you don’t get it (making requests)

  • Session 3: Giving difficult feedback

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