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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? \nDo you think organizations could be places of synergy\, collaboration\, growth\, and deep and authentic connection? \nThis webinar is giving an overview of sociocracy. We will talk about: \n\nbetter listening\nconsent decision making and circle structure\nexamples from real life!\n\nTeacher\nThis introduction will be taught by Ted Rau\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-author of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song. \nFormat\nThis event will include a short welcome/check-in\, followed by a 35min presentation and time for questions from participants. \nTickets/zoom access\nDidn’t get a ticket? Check your spam folder! \nEvent time\nThe event will be on Jan 29\, 15-16 UTC. \nEvent time in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/janb2021/
LOCATION:Jupiter – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/jupiter-zoom-443527558
CATEGORIES:presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210127T160000
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SUMMARY:Facilitation training for sociocracy (3x2 hours)
DESCRIPTION:This is an online class of sociocracy facilitation training\, teaching ways of having smooth meetings so everyone is heard\, decisions are caring and co-creative – while being fast and focused. More connection\, more listening\, more forward motion. The 3 sessions cover basic concepts of facilitation and decision making in sociocracy\, with many examples and practice. \nFormat\nThe sociocracy facilitation training will be taught by Ted Rau\, co-founder and staff member of Sociocracy For All. All sessions are participatory with time for questions role-plays in small groups. \n\nSession 1: consent and objections; rounds\nSession 2: co-creating proposals\, selection process\nSession 3: meeting formats\, agendas\, time-keeping\, emotional distress\n\nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions about the class\, send an email to events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For 3+ people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\nDates and times\nJan 27\, Feb 3\, Feb 10\, each 16-18 UTC (Universal Coordinated Time). \n(Can’t make that date/time? Check out other dates for this class.) \nThis corresponds to 11-1 pm Eastern Time.\nSee below in any time zone:  \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/facilitation_jan2021/
LOCATION:Jupiter – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/jupiter-zoom-443527558
CATEGORIES:Classes,Decision Making
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210121T180000
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SUMMARY:Sociocracy beginner class
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of sociocracy and you’re ready to learn it? This sociocracy beginner training is for you!  \nIn this workshop\, we will give you an overview of the basic concepts of sociocracy: how we make decisions\, how we empower and connect teams and we can improve continuously over time. Exercises and role-plays let everyone experience the clarity\, consideration and flow that sociocracy brings. Ca. 1/3 of the time will be on presentations\, 1/3 on practical exercises and 1/3 on reflection and Q&A.  \nTopics\n\n\n\nDeciding together so no one is ignored (consent)\nOrganizational structure and linking\nBeing intentional about who does what: sociocratic open elections\nLearning and feedback: how we can improve what we do and how we do it\n\n\n\nLevel\nEntry: This class is most appropriate for people who have an idea of what sociocracy is but not much more\, for example after attending a webinar\, or seeing a video (like our 4 min video or our 19 min video). Possibly\, you have gone deeper into one aspect of sociocracy\, like consent. \nThis class also works if you’re a new member of a sociocratic organization and you’d like to understand the reasons under processes done there. \nSee this training level in relationship to other training offerings.  \nTeachers\nThis introduction will be co-taught by Ted Rau and Jerry Koch-Gonzalez\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-authors of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song\, as well as student teachers for individual parts. \nFormat\nThis is not one of those lengthy online classes. This workshop combines presentation\, practice in small groups\, demos\, role plays\, and reflection in small breakouts for optimal learning and connection. There will be time for questions as well!\nWe will provide preparation materials as well as opportunities to immerse more deeply into particular areas of sociocracy after this workshop. \nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions on the class\, send an email to: events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\n\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For 3+ people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\n\n\nDates and times\nJan 21+22\, 2021\, each 18-21 UTC (6 hours total) \nThis corresponds to 1-4pm Eastern time. See your time zone below. (Can’t make this time? See the same class at a different time.) \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/beginner-class-jan2021/
LOCATION:Venus – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/venus-zoom-299978898
CATEGORIES:Classes,Primer
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SUMMARY:Bringing wisdom from the past and the future into today’s governance models
DESCRIPTION:The Iroquois Confederacy is considered by many to be the world’s oldest living participatory democracy – extending across eight centuries. Its governance model emerged from the Peacemaker’s vision for ending warfare between five nations and creating a culture that could sustain peaceful co-existence.  Sociocracy is a governance method receiving increasing attention by the new economy movement because of its aligned values.  \nIn native traditions\, there is an understanding that insights arise from exploring old and new eyes wisdom when considering a decision or exploring an innovation. The approach honors the contributions of the past and brings attention to consequences on future generations. \nHow might we apply these wisdom traditions to our current circumstances?  What’s the bridge between the old and new?  How can the exploration inform our governing structures? \nIn this interactive\, participatory gathering\, you’ll experience and learn how to apply tools from both wisdom traditions. Two consultants from seemingly very different backgrounds will compare notes in a dialogue form inspired by appreciative inquiry. Ted is an advocate for self-management and sociocracy\, a governance system supporting equal power and effective decision-making. Stephanie is deeply rooted in indigenous wisdom. In exchanging ideas\, they noticed how similar and enriching the concepts in sociocracy and indigenous governance concepts are: \n \n\nBoth operate from the assumption that group wisdom is a pillar for good decisions and that hearing a diversity of experiences is necessary for a group. Both use circles and rounds (each person speaks\, one by one\, for example with a talking stick) as a default talking format\, creating a space where group wisdom can emerge.\nSociocracy arose in a business setting with influence from Quaker education.  Its flow stems from feedback loops. In Indigenous traditions\, the cyclic nature of decision-making processes is expressed in medicine wheels.  One wheel for bringing clarity in times of great change is the 4 Step Path: be who you are\, be where you are\, look around and decide & do. \nIn Old Eyes Wisdom\, a vibrant plurality of approaches is expressed in different viewing points: the wolf organizes\, the bear experiments\, the turtle is the wisdom keeper\, the eagle has the big picture view. Each has its strength and its blind spots. Sociocracy has the same dynamic balance built into its systems: the tension between the safe approach and the experiment\, between operational level and the big picture on the mission level\, between individual and group. \nSociocracy is centered around humans\, giving every stakeholder group a voice. Old Eyes Wisdom includes other voices beyond the human voices: the future\, the ancestors (all beings)\, the water\, the air. How can sociocracy learn from that?\nFrom an indigenous perspective\, humans have unique rights and responsibilities that need to be balanced.  What might we learn from sociocracy’s roles that structure decision-making flow in strategic ways?\n\nComparing these two paradigms gives us the opportunity to ground ourselves in two traditions that are based on cooperation and humanity\, participation and non-violence\, personal development and governance so the new economy can be truly aligned with its mission\, inside and outside\, for a better future for everyone.   \nIn the words of Paula Underwood\, “How much peace are you willing to work for?”  Your success will depend on your ability to integrate conflict through how you govern. \nImage artist:  Frank Howell \nMore about Stephanie: \nStephanie Nestlerode is a social worker by training and a strategic planner by trade. In her words\, “The future we create is the legacy we leave the world’s children.“ She has over 40 years of experience coaching leaders\, community coalitions and organizations through change. Her clients have ranged from Boeing and the US Environmental Protection Agency to the City of Austin\, Kaiser Permanente and non-profits. Organizations expand their capacity to serve the common good.  Individuals expand their ability to shift with changing circumstances.  As Chief Synthesizer for 7th Generation Labs she is joining with kindred spirits to create a treasure trove of ways to learn what matters. Studying with Paula Underwood was the beginning of her initiation into learning indigenous wisdom for peaceful co-existence.  Paula was the keeper of a 10\,000 year old oral history which includes the story of how Benjamin Franklin was guided by the Iroquois during the Constitutional Convention for the United States. The story is told in Paula’s book Franklin listens when I speak which can be purchased here. Black Elk is the native american who declared Paula should be the one to share her wisdom with ‘all listening ears.’  You can learn more about Paula’s oral history here. \nZOOM LINK \nEvent time in all time zones: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/bringing-wisdom-from-the-past-and-the-future-into-todays-governance-models/
LOCATION:Jupiter – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/jupiter-zoom-443527558
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210106T150000
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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? \nDo you think organizations could be places of synergy\, collaboration\, growth\, and deep and authentic connection? \nThis webinar is giving an overview of sociocracy. We will talk about: \n\nbetter listening\nconsent decision making and circle structure\nexamples from real life!\n\nTeacher\nThis introduction will be taught by Ted Rau\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-author of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song. \nFormat\nThis event will include a short welcome/check-in\, followed by a 35min presentation and time for questions from participants. \nTickets/zoom access\nDidn’t get a ticket? Check your spam folder! \nEvent time\nThe event will be on Jan 6\, 15-16 UTC. \nEvent time in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/jan2021/
LOCATION:Jupiter – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/jupiter-zoom-443527558
CATEGORIES:presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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SUMMARY:Nonviolent communication introduction (3-sessions)
DESCRIPTION:This is a compact 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. \nNVC 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. \nFormat\nThe 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. \nWhat others have said\nJerry’s workshop was so awesome. I loved the framework and the space for vulnerability. It was really useful to work through the framework in small groups and his personal stories were super engaging and informative. \nI loved the part about making requests\, because people often assume that others know what their needs are. \nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions on the class\, send an email to: events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For 3+ people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\nDates and times\nDec 28\, Dec 29\, Dec 30\n17-19:00 UTC (Universal Coordinated Time). \n(Can’t make that date/time? See our training page for other options.) \nSee below in any time zone:  \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/nvcdec2020/
LOCATION:Mars – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/mars-zoom-180463541
CATEGORIES:Classes,Communication and Connection
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201210T003000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201210T033000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
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LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T182937Z
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SUMMARY:Sociocracy beginner class - Asia and Pacific time zones!
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of sociocracy and you’re ready to learn it? This sociocracy beginner training is for you!  \nIn this workshop\, we will give you an overview of the basic concepts of sociocracy: how we make decisions\, how we empower and connect teams and we can improve continuously over time. Exercises and role-plays let everyone experience the clarity\, consideration and flow that sociocracy brings. Ca. 1/3 of the time will be on presentations\, 1/3 on practical exercises and 1/3 on reflection and Q&A.  \nTopics\n\n\n\nDeciding together so no one is ignored (consent)\nOrganizational structure and linking\nBeing intentional about who does what: sociocratic open elections\nLearning and feedback: how we can improve what we do and how we do it\n\n\n\nLevel\nEntry: This class is most appropriate for people who have an idea of what sociocracy is but not much more\, for example after attending a webinar\, or seeing a video (like our 4 min video or our 19 min video). Possibly\, you have gone deeper into one aspect of sociocracy\, like consent. \nThis class also works if you’re a new member of a sociocratic organization and you’d like to understand the reasons under processes done there. \nSee this training level in relationship to other training offerings.  \nTeachers\nThis introduction will be co-taught by Ted Rau and Jerry Koch-Gonzalez\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-authors of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song\, as well as student teachers for individual parts. \nFormat\nThis is not one of those lengthy online classes. This workshop combines presentation\, practice in small groups\, demos\, role plays\, and reflection in small breakouts for optimal learning and connection. There will be time for questions as well!\nWe will provide preparation materials as well as opportunities to immerse more deeply into particular areas of sociocracy after this workshop. \nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions on the class\, send an email to: events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\n\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For 3+ people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\n\n\nDates and times\nDec 10+11\, 2020\, each 0:30-3:30 UTC (6 hours total).\nNote: This equates to Dec 9+10 west of the United Kingdom!! \nExamples: \nDec 9+10 7.30pm -10.30pm in New York City \nDec 10+11 11.30am – 2.30pm in Sydney\, Australia \nSee your time zone below. (Can’t make this time? See the same class at a different time.) \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/sociocracy-beginner-class-dec2020b/
LOCATION:Venus – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/venus-zoom-299978898
CATEGORIES:Classes,Primer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201206T180000
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SUMMARY:Sociocracy beginner class
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of sociocracy and you’re ready to learn it? This sociocracy beginner training is for you!  \nIn this workshop\, we will give you an overview of the basic concepts of sociocracy: how we make decisions\, how we empower and connect teams and we can improve continuously over time. Exercises and role-plays let everyone experience the clarity\, consideration and flow that sociocracy brings. Ca. 1/3 of the time will be on presentations\, 1/3 on practical exercises and 1/3 on reflection and Q&A.  \nTopics\n\n\n\nDeciding together so no one is ignored (consent)\nOrganizational structure and linking\nBeing intentional about who does what: sociocratic open elections\nLearning and feedback: how we can improve what we do and how we do it\n\n\n\nLevel\nEntry: This class is most appropriate for people who have an idea of what sociocracy is but not much more\, for example after attending a webinar\, or seeing a video (like our 4 min video or our 19 min video). Possibly\, you have gone deeper into one aspect of sociocracy\, like consent. \nThis class also works if you’re a new member of a sociocratic organization and you’d like to understand the reasons under processes done there. \nSee this training level in relationship to other training offerings.  \nTeachers\nThis introduction will be co-taught by Ted Rau and Jerry Koch-Gonzalez\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-authors of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song\, as well as student teachers for individual parts. \nFormat\nThis is not one of those lengthy online classes. This workshop combines presentation\, practice in small groups\, demos\, role plays\, and reflection in small breakouts for optimal learning and connection. There will be time for questions as well!\nWe will provide preparation materials as well as opportunities to immerse more deeply into particular areas of sociocracy after this workshop. \nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions on the class\, send an email to: events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\n\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For 3+ people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\n\n\nDates and times\nDec 5+6\, 2020\, each 15-18 UTC (6 hours total) \nThis corresponds to 10:00-13:00 Eastern time. See your time zone below. (Can’t make this time? See the same class at a different time.) \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/sociocracy-beginner_dec2020a/
LOCATION:Venus – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/venus-zoom-299978898
CATEGORIES:Classes,Primer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Primer_rectangle_tw-1-e1602877471693.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201203T220000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201203T230000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20201029T175125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201116T173924Z
UID:10001753-1607032800-1607036400@staging.sociocracyforall.org
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? \nDo you think organizations could be places of synergy\, collaboration\, growth\, and deep and authentic connection? \nThis webinar is giving an overview of sociocracy. We will talk about: \n\nbetter listening\nconsent decision making and circle structure\nexamples from real life!\n\nTeacher\nThis introduction will be taught by Ted Rau\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-author of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song. \nFormat\nThis event will include a short welcome/check-in\, followed by a 35min presentation and time for questions from participants. \nTickets/zoom access\nDidn’t get a ticket? Check your spam folder! \nEvent time\nThe event will be on Dec 3\, 22-23 UTC. \nEvent time in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/free-introduction-what-is-sociocracy-3/
LOCATION:Jupiter – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/jupiter-zoom-443527558
CATEGORIES:Free Webinar,presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201202T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20201016T182116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201201T184337Z
UID:10001747-1606932000-1606939200@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Facilitation training for sociocracy (3x2 hours)
DESCRIPTION:This is an online class of sociocracy facilitation training\, teaching ways of having smooth meetings so everyone is heard\, decisions are caring and co-creative – while being fast and focused. More connection\, more listening\, more forward motion. The 3 sessions cover basic concepts of facilitation and decision making in sociocracy\, with many examples and practice. \nFormat\nThe sociocracy facilitation training will be taught by Ted Rau\, co-founder and staff member of Sociocracy For All. All sessions are participatory with time for questions role-plays in small groups. \n\nSession 1: consent and objections; rounds\nSession 2: co-creating proposals\, selection process\nSession 3: meeting formats\, agendas\, time-keeping\, emotional distress\n\nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions about the class\, send an email to events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For 3+ people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\nDates and times\nDec 2\, Dec 9\, Dec 16\, each 18-20 UTC (Universal Coordinated Time). \n(Can’t make that date/time? Check out other dates for this class.) \nThis corresponds to \n\n1-3 pm Eastern Time\n18-20:00 UK time\n19-21:00 Central European time\n\nSee below in any time zone:  \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/sociocracy-facilitation-training-dec2020/
LOCATION:Jupiter – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/jupiter-zoom-443527558
CATEGORIES:Classes,Decision Making
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201120T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20201029T174322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201120T002429Z
UID:10001752-1605870000-1605873600@staging.sociocracyforall.org
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? \nDo you think organizations could be places of synergy\, collaboration\, growth\, and deep and authentic connection? \nThis webinar is giving an overview of sociocracy. We will talk about: \n\nbetter listening\nconsent decision making and circle structure\nexamples from real life!\n\nTeacher\nThis introduction will be taught by Ted Rau\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-author of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song. \nFormat\nThis event will include a short welcome/check-in\, followed by a 35min presentation and time for questions from participants. \nTickets/zoom access\nDidn’t get an email? Check your spam folder! If all fails\, go here: https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/jupiter-zoom-443527558 \nEvent time\nThe event will be on Nov 20\, 11-12 UTC. \nEvent time in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/free-introduction-what-is-sociocracy-2/
LOCATION:Jupiter – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/jupiter-zoom-443527558
CATEGORIES:Free Webinar,presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201103T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200914T201552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T201729Z
UID:10001738-1604430000-1604437200@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Nonviolent communication introduction (3-sessions)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNVC 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. \nFormat\nThe 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. \nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions on the class\, send an email to: events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For up to 3 people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\nDates and times\nNov 3\, Nov 10\, Nov 17 (Tuesdays)\n19-21:00 UTC (Universal Coordinated Time). \n(Can’t make that date/time? Check out other dates for this class.) \nThis corresponds to \n\n11am-1pm Pacific Time\n2-4pm Eastern Time\n\nSee below in any time zone:  \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/nvc-nov2020/
LOCATION:Mars – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/mars-zoom-180463541
CATEGORIES:Classes,Communication and Connection
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201029T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201029T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20201001T225445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201029T154640Z
UID:10001744-1603987200-1603990800@staging.sociocracyforall.org
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? \nDo you think organizations could be places of synergy\, collaboration\, growth\, and deep and authentic connection? \nThis webinar is giving an overview of sociocracy. We will talk about: \n\nbetter listening\nconsent decision making and circle structure\nexamples from real life!\n\nTeacher\nThis introduction will be taught by Ted Rau\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-author of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song. \nFormat\nThis event will include a short welcome/check-in\, followed by a 35min presentation and time for questions from participants. \nTickets/zoom access\nDidn’t get a ticket? Check your spam folder! \nEvent time\nThe event will be on Oct 29\, 16-17 UTC. \nEvent time in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/sociocracy_intro_oct2020/
LOCATION:Jupiter – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/jupiter-zoom-443527558
CATEGORIES:presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201028T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201028T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200910T202815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T171942Z
UID:10001737-1603906200-1603913400@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Conflict resolution in circles
DESCRIPTION:Sociocracy works best when all minds and hearts are open – but that’s not always the case. When there is conflict\, our ability to listen and problem-solve is diminished.  \nIn this webinar\, we will review all the ways in which sociocracy can support conflict resolution\, and how it can be combined with other\, related tools to transform conflict into an opportunity to connect and learn more about each other. \nOf course\, interpersonal conflict is always at the heart of conflicts! But in this webinar\, we’ll focus on conflict in circles and organizations and what circles and organizations can do to prevent and address conflict. An organization can’t mandate how people think or when to go see a therapist\, but it can create an ecosystem of listen and care\, a support network for conflict resolution\, and accountability measures to make sure organizations can sustain the maintenance and care of their processes and their people. So this webinar is about institutional support for conflict resolution. \nWe will talk about \n\n\n\nunderstanding why people do what they do – why we hear what we hear\nwhat facilitators can do in the moment\nwhat any circle and any organization as a whole can do to prevent and address conflict\nforeseeing and preventing conflict resolution with regard to governance agreements (e.g. fall-back decision-making methods and processes)\n\n\n\nWe will outline tools like \n\n\n\nReflective listening for facilitators\nNonviolent communication\nRestorative Circles (intro video)\nResolution groups in sociocracy\n\n\n\nNote: this webinar is very similar to the webinar SoFA ran in February 2020. \nTeachers\nThis introduction will be taught by Jerry Koch-Gonzalez\, certified trainer in Nonviolent Communication and staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-author of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song. \nFormat\n\n10 min check-in in breakouts\n50 presentation\n20 reflection in breakouts\n10 More resources to learn\n\nCan’t find you zoom access link?\nCheck your spam! Alternatively\, go here. \nEvent time\nThe event will be on Oct 28\, 17.30-19.30 UTC. \nEvent time in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/conflict-resolution-in-circles/
LOCATION:Earth – SoFA Zoom Room\, Earth Zoom Room
CATEGORIES:Classes,Communication and Connection,presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201024T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201024T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200723T112734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T191913Z
UID:10001728-1603551600-1603562400@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Sociocracy beginner class (6h)
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of sociocracy and you’re ready to learn it? This class is for you!  \nIn this workshop\, we will provide an overview of the basic concepts of sociocracy: how we make decisions\, how we empower and connect teams and we can improve continuously over time. Exercises and role-plays let everyone experience the clarity\, consideration and flow that sociocracy brings.  \nTopics: \n\nDeciding together so no one is ignored (consent)\nOrganizational structure and linking\nBeing intentional about who does what: sociocratic open elections\nLearning and feedback: how we can improve what we do and how we do it\n\n  \nLevel\nEntry: This class is most appropriate for people who have an idea of what sociocracy is but not much more\, for example after attending a webinar\, or seeing a video (like our 4 min video or our 19 min video). Possibly\, you have gone deeper into one aspect of sociocracy\, like consent. \nThis class also works if you’re a new member of a sociocratic organization and you’d like to understand the reasons under processes done there. \nAfter the class\, you will have a good understanding of all the parts\, and first-hand experience in some areas. \nSee this training level in relationship to other training offerings.  \nTeachers\nThis introduction will be co-taught by Ted Rau and Jerry Koch-Gonzalez\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-authors of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song\, as well as student teachers for individual parts. \nFormat\nThis is not one of those lengthy online classes. This workshop combines lecture\, practice in small groups\, demos\, role plays\, and reflection in small breakouts for optimal learning and connection. There will be time for questions as well!\nWe will provide preparation materials as well as opportunities to immerse more deeply into particular areas of sociocracy after this workshop. \nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions on the class\, send an email to: events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For up to 3 people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\nDates and times\nOct 24 and Oct 25\, 2020\nEach 15-18 UTC (6 hours total) \nThis corresponds to: \n\n\n\n8-11 am Pacific time\n11 am -2 pm Eastern time\n16-19:00 UK time on Saturday and 15-18:00 on Sunday\n17-20:00 Central European on Saturday and 16-19:00 on Sunday\n\n\n\nPlease check the worldtimebuddy reference below!! \nEvent times in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/primer10-2020/
LOCATION:Saturno – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/saturno-zoom-613095823
CATEGORIES:Classes,Primer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201022T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201022T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200828T000127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T154030Z
UID:10001733-1603386000-1603391400@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Sociocracy playground: integrating objections practice
DESCRIPTION:Come to practice sociocracy in fun scenarios!\nIn this session\, we will practice how to integrate objections in small groups in zoom breakout groups. People will take turns facilitating. It’s a very safe-to-fail environment\, always surprisingly real. Working with scenarios helps not get caught up in opinions but pay attention to process. How can we stick to rounds? What are ways to solve the problem? How do we move from amendments into a new proposal? What if there are new objections? \nSchedule:\n\n10 min of check-ins and introductions\n15 min of demonstration\n50 min of play (2 scenarios of 25 minutes)\n15 min debrief\n\nEvent time in everyone’s time zone:\nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/sociocracy-playground-5/
LOCATION:Saturno – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/saturno-zoom-613095823
CATEGORIES:Classes,playground
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201022T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201022T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200923T161310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201002T102635Z
UID:10001741-1603382400-1603404000@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Online conference: sociocracy & permaculture
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/online-conference-sociocracy-permaculture/
LOCATION:SoFA Zoom (Multi-Room)
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201021T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200914T204149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200927T153221Z
UID:10001739-1603285200-1603292400@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Facilitation class (3x2 hours)
DESCRIPTION:This is an online class teaching ways of having smooth meetings so everyone is heard\, decisions are caring and co-creative – while being fast and focused. More connection\, more listening\, more forward motion. The 2 sessions cover basic concepts of facilitation and decision making in sociocracy\, with many examples and practice. \nFormat\nThe classes will be taught by Ted Rau\, co-founder and staff member of Sociocracy For All. All sessions are participatory with time for questions role-plays in small groups. \n\nSession 1: Consent and objections; rounds\, co-creating proposals\nSession 2: Selections; time-keeping\, emotional distress\, conflict in meetings\, rounds.\n\nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions on the class\, send an email to: events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For up to 3 people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\nDates and times\nOct 21\, Oct 22\, Oct 23\, each 13-15 UTC (Universal Coordinated Time). \n(Can’t make that date/time? Check out other dates for this class.) \nThis corresponds to \n\n6-8 am Pacific Time\,\n9-11 am Eastern Time\,\n\nSee below in any time zone:  \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/facilitation-class-3x2-hours/
LOCATION:Mars – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/mars-zoom-180463541
CATEGORIES:Classes,Decision Making
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200827T234852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T235531Z
UID:10001732-1602792000-1602797400@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:From consensus to sociocracy
DESCRIPTION:“We’re run by consensus. How can we switch to sociocracy (Dynamic Governance)?”\nSociocracy is used by dozens of communities (82 are listed on ic.org with “sociocracy” as their governance system) – for good reasons: \n\nCommunities have egalitarian roots – everyone’s voice matters.\nThey are built on trust and the ethos of working together to manage the community themselves.\n\nThe sweet spot between an egalitarian decision-making system that allows groups to be productive and clear in their decision-making systems is where sociocracy is strong. \nIn this webinar\, we will show how sociocracy works in communities that are already established. Many built communities run by consensus – and many of those communities have members who are unhappy with the system and would like to switch to sociocracy. Maybe because General Meetings generate too much conflict and burn-out\, or because people get tired of making proposals that then get taken apart. \nWhat’s in the way? \n\nUnderstanding the differences: what are the key changes from consensus to a sociocratically run community?\nWhat to expect: what about the people who are against changing the current system? Who don’t like sociocracy?\nLogistics: where does one start to make such a transition? How have others done it? What do we need to learn?\n\nDisclaimer: attending this webinar is by far not a guarantee for success. We don’t have the magic fix. We really really wished we did! All we have is a significant amount of experience with these dynamics – and we’ll tell you all we know! \n(Not part of a built community? See our webinar for forming communities.) \nPresenters\nThis introduction will be taught by Jerry Koch-Gonzalez and Ted Rau\, both staff in Sociocracy For All\, and authors of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song. They both live in a cohousing community that switched from consensus to sociocracy. \nFormat\nThis event will include a short welcome/check-in\, followed by a 45min presentation and time for questions from participants. \nTrouble accessing? Can’t find the link?\nCheck your spam folder. See an email there? It will have the subject line “Your tickets from SoFA”. If not\, email events@sociocracyforall.org \nEvent time\nThe event will be on Oct 15\, 8pm Eastern Time (confusingly\, this equates to Oct 16 0:00 UTC). \nThis corresponds to: \n\n\n\nOct 15\, 5-6.30 pm Pacific Time\nOct 15\, 7-8.30 pm Central Time\nOct 15\, 8-9.30 pm Eastern Time\nOct 16\, 8-9.30 am Perth\, Australia\nOct 16\, 11-13.30 Sydney\, Australia\n\n\n\nEvent time in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/sociocracy-in-consensus-communities/
LOCATION:Venus – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/venus-zoom-299978898
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200811T000942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201008T215723Z
UID:10001730-1602187200-1602190800@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Sociocracy in forming communities
DESCRIPTION:How does sociocracy (aka Dynamic Governance) work in forming communities (cohousing and ecovillages)?\nSociocracy is used by dozens of communities (82 are listed on ic.org with “sociocracy” as their governance system) – for good reasons: \n\nCommunities have egalitarian roots – everyone’s voice matters.\nThey are built on trust and the ethos of working together to manage the community themselves.\n\nThe sweet spot between an egalitarian decision-making system that allows groups to be productive and clear in their decision-making systems is where sociocracy is strong. \nIn this webinar\, we will show how sociocracy works in forming communities – groups that are looking for a site or have started to build. \nWhy is this relevant now? \n\nBecause you’re making big decisions! Make them well!\nBecause you’re setting the culture now for the years to come – early community building is key to deep\, healthy relationships in the long run.\nBecause community is much sweeter when meetings are connecting and productive!\n\n(Already in a community run on consensus? See our webinar for established communities.) \nPresenters\nThis introduction will be taught by Jerry Koch-Gonzalez and Ted Rau\, both staff in Sociocracy For All\, and authors of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song. They both live in a cohousing community. \nFormat\nThis event will include a short welcome/check-in\, followed by a 45min presentation and time for questions from participants. \nZoom\nCan’t find the zoom room or the passcode? For those registered: https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/venus-zoom-299978898; Passcode: 409125 \nEvent time\nThe event will be on Oct 8\, 8pm Eastern Time (confusingly\, this equates to Oct 9 0:00 UTC). \nEvent time in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/sociocracy-in-forming-communities/
LOCATION:Venus – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/venus-zoom-299978898
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201001T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200707T184239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200707T190027Z
UID:10001724-1601564400-1601568000@staging.sociocracyforall.org
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? \nDo you think organizations could be places of synergy\, collaboration\, growth\, and deep and authentic connection? \nThis webinar is giving an overview of sociocracy. We will talk about: \n\nbetter listening\nconsent decision making and circle structure\nexamples from real life!\n\nTeacher\nThis introduction will be taught by Ted Rau\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-author of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song. \nFormat\nThis event will include a short welcome/check-in\, followed by a 35min presentation and time for questions from participants. \nEvent time\nThe event will be on Oct 1\, 15-16 UTC. \nThis corresponds to: \n\n\n\n8-9 am Pacific time\n11 am -12 pm Eastern time\n16-17:00 UK time\n17-18:00 Central European time.\n\n\n\nEvent time in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/free-introduction_oct2020/
LOCATION:Venus – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/venus-zoom-299978898
CATEGORIES:presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200916T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200527T140851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200628T231909Z
UID:10001711-1600268400-1600275600@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Sociocracy Leadership Training (10 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:Our immersion program for those who have learned about sociocracy and are ready to try it out themselves. For 10 weeks\, you will work in a team of 5 and self-organize around a small\, sociocracy-related project. A trainer is supporting every meeting. That way you learn 3 times: by doing and observing\, by receiving feedback and by learning within the project. \nTime: 15:00 UTC (2 hours each)\, Ten Wednesdays starting Sept 16 2020.
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/sociocracy-leadership-training-10-sessions/
LOCATION:SoFA Zoom (Multi-Room)
CATEGORIES:Classes,SoLT
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200915T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200915T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200727T133209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200731T110427Z
UID:10001729-1600185600-1600192800@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Nonviolent communication introduction (3-sessions)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNVC 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. \nFormat\nThe 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. \nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions on the class\, send an email to: events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For up to 3 people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\nDates and times\nSept 15\, Sept 22\, Sept 29\n16-18:00 UTC (Universal Coordinated Time). \n(Can’t make that date/time? Check out other dates for this class.) \nThis corresponds to \n\n9am-11pm Pacific Time\n12-2pm Eastern Time\n\nSee below in any time zone:  \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/nvc09-2020/
LOCATION:Earth – SoFA Zoom Room\, Earth Zoom Room
CATEGORIES:Classes,Communication and Connection
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200910T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200723T000804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T152218Z
UID:10001727-1599746400-1599757200@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Sociocracy primer - beginner class
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of sociocracy and you’re ready to learn it? This class is for you!  \nIn this workshop\, we will provide an overview of the basic concepts of sociocracy: how we make decisions\, how we empower and connect teams and we can improve continuously over time. We will do exercises and role-plays so everyone can experience the clarity\, consideration and flow that sociocracy brings.  \nTopics: \n\nDeciding together so no one is ignored (consent)\nOrganizational structure and linking\nBeing intentional about who does what: sociocratic open elections\nLearning and feedback: how we can improve what we do and how we do it\n\n  \nLevel\nEntry: This class is most appropriate for people who have an idea of what sociocracy is but not much more\, for example after attending a webinar\, or seeing a video (like our 4 min video or our 19 min video). Possibly\, you have gone deeper into one aspect of sociocracy\, like consent. \nThis class also works if you’re a new member of a sociocratic organization and you’d like to understand the reasons under processes done there. \nAfter the class\, you will have a good understanding of all the parts\, and first-hand experience in some areas. \nSee this training level in relationship to other training offerings.  \nTeachers\nThis introduction will be co-taught by Ted Rau and Jerry Koch-Gonzalez\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-authors of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song\, as well as student teachers for individual parts. \nFormat\nThis is not one of those lengthy online classes. This workshop combines lecture\, practice in small groups\, demos\, role plays\, and reflection in small breakouts for optimal learning and connection. There will be time for questions as well!\nWe will provide preparation materials as well as opportunities to immerse more deeply into particular areas of sociocracy after this workshop. \nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions on the class\, send an email to: events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For up to 3 people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\nDates and times\nSept 10 and Sept 11\, 2020\nEach 14-17 UTC (6 hours total) \n(Can’t make that date/time? Check out other dates for this class.) \nThis corresponds to: \n\n\n\n7-10 am Pacific time\n10 am -1 pm Eastern time\n15-18:00 UK time\n16-19:00 Central European time\n\n\n\nEvent time in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/primer09-2020/
LOCATION:Saturno – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/saturno-zoom-613095823
CATEGORIES:Classes,Primer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200902T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200902T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200705T195720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200902T184648Z
UID:10001721-1599066000-1599073200@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Facilitation class (3x2 hours)
DESCRIPTION:This is an online class teaching ways of having smooth meetings so everyone is heard\, decisions are caring and co-creative – while being fast and focused. More connection\, more listening\, more forward motion. The 2 sessions cover basic concepts of facilitation and decision making in sociocracy\, with many examples and practice. \nFormat\nThe classes will be taught by Ted Rau\, co-founder and staff member of Sociocracy For All. All sessions are participatory with time for questions role-plays in small groups. \n\nSession 1: Consent and objections; rounds\, co-creating proposals\nSession 2: Selections; time-keeping\, emotional distress\, conflict in meetings\, rounds.\n\nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions on the class\, send an email to: events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For up to 3 people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\nDates and times\nSept 2\, Sept 9\, Sept 16\, each 17-19 UTC (Universal Coordinated Time). \n(Can’t make that date/time? Check out other dates for this class.) \nThis corresponds to \n\n10-12 pm Pacific Time\,\n1-3 pm Eastern Time\,\n18-20 UK time\n19-21 Central European\n\nSee below in any time zone:  \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/facilitation-class-sept2020/
LOCATION:Saturno – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/saturno-zoom-613095823
CATEGORIES:Classes,Decision Making
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200827T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200827T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200705T201649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200731T110453Z
UID:10001723-1598551200-1598554800@staging.sociocracyforall.org
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? \nDo you think organizations could be places of synergy\, collaboration\, growth\, and deep and authentic connection? \nThis webinar is giving an overview of sociocracy. We will talk about: \n\nbetter listening\nconsent decision making and circle structure\nexamples from real life!\n\nTeacher\nThis introduction will be taught by Ted Rau\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-author of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song. \nFormat\nThis event will include a short welcome/check-in\, followed by a 35min presentation and time for questions from participants. \nEvent time\nThe event will be on Aug 27\, 18-19 UTC. \n(Can’t make that date/time? Check out other dates for this webinar.) \nThis corresponds to: \n\n\n\n11-12 pm Pacific time\n2-3 pm Eastern time\n19-20:00 UK time\n20-21:00 Central European time.\n\n\n\nEvent time in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/free-intro-aug2020/
LOCATION:Saturno – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/saturno-zoom-613095823
CATEGORIES:presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200827T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200827T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200705T200517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200705T200517Z
UID:10001722-1598538600-1598544000@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Sociocracy playground!
DESCRIPTION:Come to practice sociocracy in fun scenarios!\nWe will select two scenarios from the following topics: \n\nintegrating objections\,\nnews ways to use the selection process\nco-creating proposals\nresponding to social-emotional challenge.\n\nAfter a super quick introduction/refresher\, small groups in zoom breakout groups will take turns facilitating and experience sociocracy for real! \nSchedule:\n\n10 min of check-ins and introductions\n15 min of demonstration\n50 min of play (2 scenarios of 25 minutes)\n15 min debrief\n\nEvent time in everyone’s time zone:\nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/sociocracy-playground-4/
LOCATION:Saturno – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/saturno-zoom-613095823
CATEGORIES:Classes,playground
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200826T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200826T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200705T194325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200731T110421Z
UID:10001720-1598457600-1598464800@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Nonviolent communication introduction (3-sessions)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNVC 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. \nFormat\nThe 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. \nAccess\nAll events will be held on zoom (a video platform). You will receive the zoom link after registration. If you have questions on the class\, send an email to: events@sociocracyforall.org \nScholarships and group discounts\n\nScholarships: If your financial situation is keeping you from taking this class\, please send a paragraph describing your need to events@sociocracyforall.org.\nGroup discounts. Bring a friend! If you’d like to take this class with someone else\, you can receive a discount code to sign up for 30% discount each. (For up to 3 people.) Request a group discount code: events@sociocracyforall.org.\n\nDates and times\nAug 26\, Aug 27\, Aug 28\n16-18:00 UTC (Universal Coordinated Time). \n(Can’t make that date/time? Check out other dates for this class.) \nThis corresponds to \n\n9am-11pm Pacific Time\n12-2pm Eastern Time\n17-19 UK time\n18-20 Central European Time\n\nSee below in any time zone:  \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/nvc-8-2020/
LOCATION:Earth – SoFA Zoom Room\, Earth Zoom Room
CATEGORIES:Classes,Communication and Connection
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200730T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200730T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200711T180109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T102240Z
UID:10001725-1596128400-1596132000@staging.sociocracyforall.org
SUMMARY:Info event: "We want training in sociocracy. Where do we start?" "We want to implement sociocracy. Where do we start?"
DESCRIPTION:What are the training options available\, and how should you go about implementation and training everyone? What could you learn next that would support your organization? What should SoFA offer next? \nDuring this event\, we will answer questions on how to run your own study group in your organization using our updated study group curriculum “Empowered Learning Circles”. In small groups of 4-7\, groups can learn on their own with training videos\, readings\, and many group exercises. The curriculum is $120/group. See the curriculum. It has been used successfully by communities\, workplaces\, cooperatives\, and groups of changemakers. \nAlso\, we’ll tell you strategies for training and implementation that have worked for groups in the past\, and we will also be ready to answer questions about ongoing and advanced training for your group. If you’re in the place of just wanting to know what there is and what would help you\, this event is for you! \nSchedule:\n\n5 min of check-ins and introductions\n10 min Overview of training options (existing and future)\nQ&A/feedback\n\nEvent time:\nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/info-event/
LOCATION:Jupiter – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/jupiter-zoom-443527558
CATEGORIES:presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200729T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200729T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T202125
CREATED:20200612T122600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200612T122600Z
UID:10001716-1596042000-1596045600@staging.sociocracyforall.org
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? \nDo you think organizations could be places of synergy\, collaboration\, growth\, and deep and authentic connection? \nThis webinar is giving an overview of sociocracy. We will talk about: \n\nbetter listening\nconsent decision making and circle structure\nexamples from real life!\n\nTeacher\nThis introduction will be taught by Ted Rau\, staff in Sociocracy For All\, and co-author of the sociocracy handbook Many Voices One Song. \nFormat\nThis event will include a short welcome/check-in\, followed by a 35min presentation and time for questions from participants. \nEvent time\nThe event will be on July 29\, 17 UTC. This corresponds to: 10am Pacific time\, 1pm Eastern time\, 18:00 UK time\, 19:00 Central European time. \nEvent time in your time zone: \nTime converter at worldtimebuddy.comTime converter at worldtimebuddy.com
URL:https://staging.sociocracyforall.org/event/free-introduction-what-is-sociocracy/
LOCATION:Venus – SoFA Zoom Room\, https://zoom.sociocracyforall.org/venus-zoom-299978898
CATEGORIES:presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sociocracy For All":MAILTO:info@sociocracyforall.org
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