Become a member of SoFA Network
Learn how to join the Sociocracy For All Network (SoFAN). Explore membership types, benefits, responsibilities, and how to get involved in our organization.
Why join SoFA Network?
To become part of an international community of people who are working to share sociocracy widely. Let’s change the world one organization at a time.
We work together, we support each other, and we share resources in support of our mission. Circles decide together and make things happen. We organize events to deepen our connections and understanding of sharing power, and every once in a while, we just hang out in a video call to spend time together.
SoFA Network Membership
We are happy to welcome new members to the Sociocracy For All Network (SoFAN)! Wherever you are located in the Network, we all share the basic Network membership.
Benefits for you
- Join or create a Community for networking and practicing sociocracy in your language and/or in combination to your interests.
- Access to Member-Only Events.
- Receive the internal newsletter for members.
- Option to list yourself on the map of members.
- Be a decision-maker on matters in your circle.
- Have access to basic shared resources that are needed to participate in the Network.
- Discounts on offerings from Delivery Units.
- You’re part of the SoFAN family! ❤
Your contribution
- Annual financial commitment in membership fees.
- Complete membership profile. Even if you decide not to be on the SoFAN map, we will ask you to complete your profile during your onboarding process. You can also update this profile at any time.
- Intention to connect: give and receive feedback, engage lovingly in conflicts as they arise, and communicate about your progress and setbacks.
- Intention to learn: strengthen your understanding of sociocracy as we practice together.
Learn about our Network structure
As our movement grows so are we – building a resilient network. It is vital to understand the basic structure of our Network. Based on your interest and personal aim there are several ways to get involved!
Are you looking for…
… exchange and peer support?
Network membership is all you need. You may participate in Communities of Practice. Membership fee is $50, plus an optional additional contribution.
… ways to move further into consulting?
You might want to become a Professional Partner (Network membership included) and join us as a sociocracy consultant.
… joining a circle in Communities Department?
Network membership is all you need. Have a look at our organizational diagram for communities in different languages and sectors. Membership fee is $50, plus an optional additional contribution
… other work opportunities in the Network?
Sometimes we have open position as Staff members (Network membership included). These are paid staff or volunteers who are members of core SoFA Network circles (not including subcircles of Communities Department and Communities of Practice). Annual dues are waived for Staff members.
Also our Delivery Units are open for new contributors. Delivery Units are language or sector-based organizations that deliver SoFAN-approved sociocracy training and implementation support. Network Membership and fees are defined in the respective Affiliation Agreement.
How to join SoFA Network
If you already found your entry point (Circle, Community of Practice, Delivery Unit, Professional Partner), reach out to the leader or coordinator and start right away! We ask that after three meetings, participants formally become Network members. We’ll contact you to complete your onboarding process.
Otherwise contact SoFAN’s membership coordinator. They will answer your questions and help you get connected! Book a meeting following the link below or write to [email protected].
