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Using Sociocracy in Nonprofits

Why choose sociocracy for nonprofits?


Mission-driven organizations and sociocracy are a great fit. Using sociocracy in nonprofits helps with getting things done – it also helps doing good inside the organization. 

By bringing sociocracy to your nonprofit, you can make sure that every voice is heard, decreasing burnout, and increasing effectiveness. Effective structures increase the capacity to further the organization’s vision and mission.

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“(We need) both, the effectiveness as a business and the inclusiveness and equivalence to be aligned with the social values and mission of the social enterprise.”

Gehan Macleod, Galgael

Tools for non-profits

Join a class

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Sociocracy for All offers free introductory trainings and many other trainings for individuals, groups and more.

Learn together

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Our Empowered Learning Circles self-paced video curriculum training is perfect for a nonnprofit group that wants to learn together.

Coaching

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Talk to one of our experienced coaches to help you with your implementation.

Network

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Learn more about specific organizations through our list of nonprofits using sociocracy.

What does sociocracy in nonprofits look like?

Sociocracy varies in different organizations in practice. Check out these case studies to learn more in-depth about real-life examples.



How do I get started using sociocracy?

Scroll down for more articles, books, or videos to help get you oriented. Our content page is full of resources. Optionally, you could attend a free one hour webinar to learn more about sociocracy!

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How are sociocratic nonprofits structured?

Nonprofits using sociocracy often use circle structures for their organization. Circle structures are like interconnected committees that each have a particular area of decision-making responsibility. Organizing in a circle structure balances effectiveness with an equivalence of voice.

Featured Resources for Using Sociocracy in Nonprofits

Sociocracy in nonprofits

Watch this 45-min presentation on sociocracy in nonprofit organizations.


How to run an engaging board meeting

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Sociocracy’s meeting structure explained jargo-free to share with your board.


3 tools from sociocracy to use right away (plus magic phrases!)

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Easy steps to implement sociocracy in your groups


Dynamic governance for nonprofit organizations

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Read how dynamic governance apply to nonprofit organizations


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