Decision-making by consent
This class is a conceptual and practical introduction to the consent process for better group decisions. You will learn and practice what consent is, how to ask for consent and what to do in the case of an objection.
This class is a conceptual and practical introduction to the consent process for better group decisions. You will learn and practice what consent is, how to ask for consent and what to do in the case of an objection.
This class offers two things: (1) it gives an overview of sociocratic circle structure – circles, roles, linking, General Circle, Mission Circle and special circles. In the second part, we will (2) draw your own organizational structures and get feedback on the draft.
The sociocratic meeting format is one of the gems sociocracy offers. It’s inclusive, connecting, and human-centered, while providing focus on the work. Learn in this two hour session how meetings can be improved instantly and how to build a meeting culture over time that fits your culture and gives you the meetings you want.
Online: May 16th, 2024 | 12:00 – 20:00 UTC Discover a transformative convergence of minds, passion, and purpose. Explore how sociocracy propels meaningful change across diverse sectors worldwide.
This class is a potent combination of short teachings and lots of practice to mature as a facilitator and address the most common pitfalls. Every session has a theme: Integrating objections I+II, Staying on topic I+II, Dealings with feelings, Muddy situations.
Basic sociocracy methods About this class There are different ways to create a proposal. One is simply for one person to write a proposal. That’s efficient and quick. Yet, it loses perspectives and might actually be slower in the long run if we look at missed opportunities and connections, length of time to work out […]
Basic sociocracy methods About this class There are different ways to create a proposal. One is simply for one person to write a proposal. That’s efficient and quick. Yet, it loses perspectives and might actually be slower in the long run if we look at missed opportunities and connections, length of time to work out […]
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.
NVC meshes beautifully with sociocracy because it allows us to listen well, make ourselves understood on a deeper level, and explore together how we can co-create solutions that work for everyone.
The classes will be taught by Jerry Koch-Gonzalez, co-founder and staff member of Sociocracy For All and certified NVC trainer. All sessions are participatory with time for questions, role-plays in small groups.
Basic sociocracy methods class About this webinar This class is a conceptual and practical introduction to the consent process for better group decisions. You will learn and practice what consent is, how to ask for consent and what to do in the case of an objection. Level Getting Started. (Never been to a workshop, watched/read […]
This class offers two things: (1) it gives an overview of sociocratic circle structure – circles, roles, linking, General Circle, Mission Circle and special circles. In the second part, we will (2) draw your own organizational structures and get feedback on the draft.
Webinar About this webinar For our first event for intentional communities at an Oceania friendly time, we’re proposing you a 4-in-1: getting to know each other, discovering how sociocracy can support intentional communities like cohousing and ecovillages, answering your questions and hearing your requests for us, SoFA’S Intentional Communities Circle. This event is for you […]
The selection process is used to choose people who will become facilitators, leaders, and delegates. It’s one of the cornerstones of sociocracy. It helps make decisions that avoid popularity contests and secret ballots and fosters transparency, feedback and focus on who can serve in the role.
The performance review process in sociocracy is a 360-degree process to give feedback to people in roles. It’s structured and optimized to give high-quality feedback in a safe and relaxed atmosphere. It ends with a peer-based improvement plan that supports personal and professional growth and accountability.
In person intensive About this event We will experience the basic elements of self-organizing and making decisions where every voice matters. We will practice consent decision making and dealing with objections. We will explore community team structure and how a communty can keep evolving by creating a feedback-rich enviroment. If you have been wanting an […]
This class is a potent combination of short teachings and lots of practice to mature as a facilitator and address the most common pitfalls. Every session has a theme: Integrating objections I+II, Staying on topic I+II, Dealings with feelings, Muddy situations.
The sociocratic meeting format is one of the gems sociocracy offers. It’s inclusive, connecting, and human-centered, while providing focus on the work. Learn in this two hour session how meetings can be improved instantly and how to build a meeting culture over time that fits your culture and gives you the meetings you want.
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.
NVC meshes beautifully with sociocracy because it allows us to listen well, make ourselves understood on a deeper level, and explore together how we can co-create solutions that work for everyone.
The classes will be taught by Jerry Koch-Gonzalez, co-founder and staff member of Sociocracy For All and certified NVC trainer. All sessions are participatory with time for questions, role-plays in small groups.
This is a general introduction to sociocracy in 2×3 hours (Sept 7 and Sept 21) that covers structure, decision-making and meetings.
Shared Power Week, from September 12-20, is a global, multi-lingual festival celebrating sociocracy and inclusive governance. Join change-makers to learn, train, and experience transformative practices. Participate or organize events worldwide.
An in-person class in Amherst MA – a beginner track and an advanced track.
This class is a potent combination of short teachings and lots of practice to mature as a facilitator and address the most common pitfalls. Every session has a theme: Integrating objections I+II, Staying on topic I+II, Dealings with feelings, Muddy situations.
This is a free sociocracy info session. We will look at what self-management is trying to achieve, how sociocracy works, and what kind of organizations are doing sociocracy.
Save the date! Our 4th conference for intentional communities is coming in November 2024 – with information on better governance in communities, networking and inspiration.
A free webinar to explore ways in which sociocracy, a self governance method helps founders find the balance between their own vision for the organization they created and the structure to allow decentralized growth.
A free webinar for organizations who want to learn how to break their power dynamics and live up to their values by using sociocracy.
You’re interested in more collaborative, consent-based ways of working but you don’t really know where to start. This is the webinar for you! In this webinar, Ted will walk through things you can do to inspire, immerse and improve the decision-making in your organization. We will show 3 small experiments you can do in any […]
This conference is for practitioners and enthusiasts of sociocracy in all sectors – business, nonprofit, community, networks, activists, and education. We’re all working towards this new world in a decentralized way.
Join us for an info session on governance options for intentional communities, focusing on how sociocracy can provide a strong foundation for decision-making. This session is perfect for community-builders who are new to sociocracy and just starting their journey. Learn how to make decisions together and keep your group moving forward.
Join us for an info session on governance options for intentional communities, focusing on how sociocracy can provide a strong foundation for decision-making. This session is perfect for community-builders who are new to sociocracy and just starting their journey. Learn how to make decisions together and keep your group moving forward.https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/ic-webinars/
Are you unsure how to go about learning more about sociocracy? How about moving forward in your organization? What are the options for getting deeper, getting practice, motivating your team to learn or use more sociocracy? Do you want someone to strategize with you? This webinar is a 60min session where we will have 3 […]
The performance review process in sociocracy is a 360-degree process to give feedback to people in roles. It’s structured and optimized to give high-quality feedback in a safe and relaxed atmosphere. It ends with a peer-based improvement plan that supports personal and professional growth and accountability.
The NGO Sector Circle and Academy alumni Leander Roth present this next webinar conversation.Groups at any stage of interest and implementation can benefit from co-learning about sociocracy. Come to this lunch and learn to explore options for co-learning, tips for integrating co-learning, models that other groups are using, and to set some intentions for yourself.In […]
Learn the essentials of sociocracy in this 4-session, 12-hour course designed for teams, communities, and organizations ready to lead with shared power. Through hands-on practice and real-world examples, you’ll explore consent-based decision making, roles, circles, and collaborative governance tools that foster clarity, equity, and connection. Whether you’re new to sociocracy or seeking to deepen your […]
In this class you will be introduced to basic principles of sociocracy with many examples and practice opportunities. September 1,2 and 3, 2025.
This is a 3-session introduction class to compassionate communication (Nonviolent Communication, NVC). The class covers basic concepts with all sessions being participatory with time for questions and answers.
To register for this event, please visit the product page here: https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/product/ngo-webinar-navigating-resistance/In this Lunch & Learn, we will look at ideas for how to best present sociocracy to your team, how to understand reasons for resistance, and how to address concerns. This session is focused for groups considering implementation or at early states of implementation, as well as […]
This class is a potent combination of short teachings and lots of practice to mature as a facilitator and address the most common pitfalls. Every session has a theme: Integrating objections I+II, Staying on topic I+II, Dealings with feelings, Muddy situations. Register here
Join us: Assess, Visualize, Improve: Using SoFA’s Sociocratic Self-Assessment Tool for Your Community
Deciding how to decide is foundational—this session explores governance options, with a focus on how sociocracy can help your community start strong and move forward with clarity.
In these turbulent times, let’s come together to connect, heal, and grow. At SoFA’s annual global conference, we’ll explore how inner work supports thriving communities. Come as you are—and bring those you’d be proud to stand with. Register here!
This is a free sociocracy info session. We will look at what self-management is trying to achieve, how sociocracy works, and what kind of organizations are doing sociocracy.
This is a 3-session introduction class to compassionate communication (Nonviolent Communication, NVC). The class covers basic concepts with all sessions being participatory with time for questions and answers.
Is it possible to have accountability without power-over? Is it possible to show up for each other without coercion? Join us for a mini conference to reflect on accountability in self-management.
This is a free sociocracy info session. We will look at what self-management is trying to achieve, how sociocracy works, and what kind of organizations are doing sociocracy.
This is a free sociocracy info session. We will look at what self-management is trying to achieve, how sociocracy works, and what kind of organizations are doing sociocracy.
Gather Around the Fire: Sociocracy in NGOsJanuary 20th 10am PST, 11am MST, 12pm CST, 1pm EST, 6pm UTCRegister hereJoin Sociocracy for All’s NGO Circle for an hour with your peers for a conversation and connection event focusing in on:What does it feel like to be in a self-managing NGO right now? We look forward to hearing […]
This class is a potent combination of short teachings and lots of practice to mature as a facilitator and address the most common pitfalls. Every session has a theme: Integrating objections I+II, Staying on topic I+II, Dealings with feelings, Muddy situations. Register here
Description Get unstuck and find your groove—together. Join this interactive training to learn how sociocracy can help your team or organization move from friction to flow. Sociocracy is a self-management framework that offers practical, human-centered techniques for the real headaches teams face. This training will introduce these techniques and show how they support one another […]
We’ll explore key concepts from complex systems theory and apply them to our communities to understand tensions, patterns, and dynamics, using guiding questions that prompt deep reflection and new ways of seeing and acting. Eduardo Mercovich, from Argentina, has worked since 1992 in socio-technological complex systems across the Americas and international organizations, focusing now on […]
The 5-month program covers all the parts of sociocracy in weekly 2h meetings. Leads to facilitator certification.
Learn how to train and implement sociocracy! Requires facilitators certification. 2h sessions every two weeks for 5 months