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SUMMARY:Roadmap to Implement Sociocracy - Free (donations appreciated)
DESCRIPTION:Join this free one-hour webinar to learn how to implement sociocracy. Participants will receive a 20% discount for the implementation handbook From Here To There. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nThis is a free webinar but donations are welcome! \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this class\n\n\n\nAre you introducing sociocracy in your organization\, or thinking about it? It’s not easy! We need to think about bringing people along\, explaining what sociocracy even is and how it would work\, and then design a new system! \n\n\n\nIf you’re feeling lost\, or just want a clear\, step-by-step path forward\, this webinar is for you. We will cover: \n\n\n\n\nThe phases of implementing sociocracy — what to do in each one\n\n\n\nWhat trips people up \n\n\n\nHow Sociocracy For All’s resources can support you at every step.\n\n\n\n\nYou don’t have to figure this out alone. \n\n\n\nPresenters\n\n\n\n\nTed Rau\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTed is an advocate\, trainer and consultant for self-governance. His main focus is sociocracy. After his PhD in linguistics and work in Academia\, he co-founded the membership organization Sociocracy For All in 2016 which has grown to 250 members with several international and topic-focused departments and action teams. Ted spends his days consulting with mission-driven organizations\, teaching and deeply immersed in the work as a member within Sociocracy For All. Ted identifies as a transgender man; he has 5 children between 10 and 20. A German citizen\, he has lived in Massachusetts since 2010. He is (co)-author of three books on self-governance\, Many Voices One Song (2018)\, Who Decides Who Decides (2021)\, and Collective Power (2023) and working on a book on the interface between governance and wisdom. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nZujeil Flores\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nZujeil Flores has been engaged with Sociocracy for All since 2018\, first as a student and now as a trainer and consultant\, including coordinating the first Spanish-language Sociocracy Academy (2021–2022). She guides groups in understanding power dynamics and designing inclusive\, responsive governance systems rooted in their shared purpose. \n\n\n\nWith a master’s in public health and a background in trauma-informed practices\, Zujeil sees decision-making\, shared power\, and navigating differences as central to personal and collective health. Originally from Mexico and based in Philadelphia\, she is also a homeschooling mother of two wonderful boys. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuration and time zone\n\n\n\nThis event is one hour long on August 6\, 2026. The starting time in local time zones is: \n \n\n\n\nCost \n\n\n\nThis event is free. Donations are appreciated and help us continue making our services accessible to everyone.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee also\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoaching package (choose hours)\n\n\n					$75.00 – $1\,920.00Price range: $75.00 through $1\,920.00\n				\n\n\n					\n					Select options\n					\n					\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n1\n2\n3\n…\n7\n\nNext Page
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/roadmap-to-implement-sociocracy/
LOCATION:Mars – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/mars-zoom-180463541
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SUMMARY:Free introduction: What is sociocracy?
DESCRIPTION:Are you tired of power games in your organizations? Do you have hope that collaboration in organizations could bring out the best in people? \n\n\n\nDo you think organizations could be places of synergy\, collaboration\, growth\, and deep and authentic connection? \n\n\n\nThis webinar is giving an overview of sociocracy. We will talk about: \n\n\n\n\nbetter listening\n\n\n\nconsent decision making and circle structure\n\n\n\nexamples from real life!\n\n\n\n\nPresenter\n\n\n\nThis introduction will be taught by Hanna Boesch\, a student from SoFA’s Academy Level 2 as part of their Trainer Certification. \n\n\n\nFormat\n\n\n\nThis event will include a short welcome/check-in\, followed by an introductory presentation and some time for questions from participants. \n\n\n\nAccess to the webinar\n\n\n\nDidn’t get an email with the link? Check your spam folder! \n\n\n\n\nEvent time\n\n\n\n Thursday\, August 6\, 2026 at 16:00 UTC / 12:00 EST \n\n\n\nEvent time in your time zone: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/free-info-session-august-2026/
CATEGORIES:beginner,english,Free Webinar,presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260824T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260725T192706Z
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SUMMARY:Nonviolent Communication Basics 3 x 2hs
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/nonviolent-communication-basics-aug-2026/
CATEGORIES:any level,english
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260826T160000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Sociocracy: 2-session class
DESCRIPTION:Learn and practice the basics of sociocracy\n\n\n\nIn this class you will be introduced to basic principles of sociocracy with many examples and practice opportunities. All sessions are participatory with time for questions and answers. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nClass Schedule\n\n\n\nThis is a 2-session class\, 3-hours each session that will meet on the following dates: \n\n\n\n\nSession 1: August 26\, 2026\n\n\n\nSession 2: September 2\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nCheck your time zone below – both sessions meet at the same time for 3 hours. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nTopics\n\n\n\nAll classes include presentation\, practice\, and time for questions. The class will cover: \n\n\n\n\nCircle Structure\n\n\n\nConsent-decision making\n\n\n\nCircle Roles\n\n\n\nSelection Process\n\n\n\nObjections\n\n\n\nFeedback\n\n\n\nEfficient Meeting Format\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrainers\n\n\n\nMaheen Shafiabady:\n\n\n\nI help human-centered leaders interested in a new way of working to harness the capacity and power of individuals for innovation and collaboration through distributed decision-making systems. I see sociocracy as a clear method for building compassionate and productive teams. \n\n\n\nSociocracy found me when I consulted for a CEO who wished to embed it across the organization. I am now a Certified Practitioner\, soon-to-be-Certified Facilitator\, and am currently in Academy Level 2 to increase my comprehension and application. I also hold an MS\, Organization Development; BS\, Communication & Education; and am President for the Bay Area Organization Development Network.  \n\n\n\nBased in the territory of the Ohlone-Tamien people–also known as Santa Clara\, CA–I love balancing simple joys like family game nights with planning my next adventure–whether multi-day wilderness backpacking\, road trips\, or learning a new language. \n\n\n\nEmily Lücke:\n\n\n\nMy pronouns are she/her and I live on unceded\, unsurrendered Anishnabēg Algonquin territory in so-called Cantley\, Quebec. I’m a farmer\, bartender and community advocate who learned about sociocracy through an interest in intentional communities. I aim to embody sociocracy everywhere I go and am currently working on my Academy 2 badges.  I am particularly interested in land use\, food systems\, harm reduction and dismantling white supremacy. 🙂 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice and Registration\n\n\n\n\n\n$100 USD – 2 sessions X 3 hours \n\n\n\n\nYou can request a 30% group discount for groups of 3+ people. Email events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\n\n\nAffordability is important to us. If the ticket price keeps you from attending this class\, please email events@sociocracyforall.org and briefly describe your need.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis online class meets on Zoom. Once you register you will receive an email with your link to join.
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/introduction-to-sociocracy-august2026/
CATEGORIES:beginner,Classes,english
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SUMMARY:Academy (Level 1\, two cohorts for all time zones)
DESCRIPTION:The 5-month program covers all the parts of sociocracy in weekly 2h meetings \n\n\n\n\nClarity on vision\, mission\, aims\n\n\n\nDesigning circle structures\, circle roles and operational roles\n\n\n\nCo-developing proposals\, consent decision and integrating objections\n\n\n\nSelection process (simple and complex)\n\n\n\nSociocracy and equity and inclusion\n\n\n\nMeeting format\, minutes\, backlogs\n\n\n\nSocial-emotional challenges and how to address them\n\n\n\nGiving feedback\, making requests\, and performance reviews
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/academy-level-1/
LOCATION:SoFA Zoom (Multi-Room)
CATEGORIES:Academies,Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260909T220000
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SUMMARY:Free introduction: What is sociocracy?
DESCRIPTION:Are you tired of power games in your organizations? Do you have hope that collaboration in organizations could bring out the best in people? \n\n\n\nDo you think organizations could be places of synergy\, collaboration\, growth\, and deep and authentic connection? \n\n\n\nThis webinar is giving an overview of sociocracy. We will talk about: \n\n\n\n\nbetter listening\n\n\n\nconsent decision making and circle structure\n\n\n\nexamples from real life!\n\n\n\n\nPresenter\n\n\n\nThis month’s introductory webinar will be taught by Kale Arnof. Here’s Kate’s bio: \n\n\n\nMy name is Kale\, like the veggie. I am a nonbinary person living communally in Somerville\, MA\, USA. By day\, I help folks transition out of homelessness by navigating Massachusetts and Federal programs\, and by night I organize with my union and the Greater Boston Chamber of Co-ops\, practice NVC\, dance\, and learn Spanish. I am a certified Facilitator in Sociocracy and a professional partner of SoFA\, and am currently in the Academy program to grow my skills as a consultant and trainer of Sociocracy. My wish is for us all to be seen\, appreciated\, and able to contribute to one another and the planet in life-serving ways. I have found that Sociocracy is one of the most effective tools for transforming groups of people and creating the conditions for reaching our goals\, and I look forward to sharing this tool with you! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFormat\n\n\n\nThis event will include a short welcome/check-in\, followed by an introductory presentation and some time for questions from participants. \n\n\n\nAccess to the webinar\n\n\n\nDidn’t get an email with the link? Check your spam folder! \n\n\n\n\nEvent time\n\n\n\n Tuesday\, Sept 9\, 2026 at 22:00 UTC / 6:00 PM EST \n\n\n\nEvent time in your time zone: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/free-info-session-september-2026/
CATEGORIES:beginner,english,Free Webinar,presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T173000
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SUMMARY:Academy 2 (Level 2)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/academy-level-2/
LOCATION:SoFA Zoom (Multi-Room)
CATEGORIES:Academies,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260922T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260922T140000
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SUMMARY:Sociocracy in Cooperatives Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Community of Practice — Sociocracy For All in Cooperatives\n\n\n\nThis is a quarterly Community of Practice for people actively working in cooperatives and engaging questions of governance\, participation\, facilitation\, and organizational structure. \n\n\n\nOur gathering will take place on Sept 22 at 1pm ET and will be hosted by Leander Roth and Michelle Tsutsumi from the Sociocracy For All Co-op Circle. Future sessions will continue quarterly with rotating facilitation and shared leadership from cooperative practitioners. \n\n\n\n\n\nThis space is intended for: \n\n\n\n\ncooperative members and organizers exploring sociocracy in practice\n\n\n\npeople currently implementing or adapting governance systems in co-ops\n\n\n\nfacilitators\, coordinators\, and leaders navigating participation and decision-making challenges\n\n\n\nsociocracy practitioners looking to connect more deeply with cooperative organizations\n\n\n\n\nThe goal is not only to discuss ideas\, but to learn from real experience. Sessions may include: \n\n\n\n\ngovernance troubleshooting\n\n\n\nfacilitation challenges\n\n\n\nrole and accountability questions\n\n\n\nparticipation and engagement issues\n\n\n\npeer exchange across different cooperative models\n\n\n\nlessons learned from implementation efforts\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister to the event\n\n\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/20260922-sociocracy-in-cooperatives-community-of-practice/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261121T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261121T213000
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SUMMARY:6th Annual Online Conference: Sociocracy in Intentional Communities — Fumbling Better Together
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URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/intentional-communities-conference-2026/
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