Train Equity in Sociocracy



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Sociocracy is a governance system that aims to create more equitable and effective organizations by empowering all members to have a voice in decision-making.

Training equity in sociocracy is important to ensure that all members have an equal opportunity to participate in decision-making processes and that power is distributed fairly.


Here are some ways to train equity in sociocracy:


  1. Establish clear guidelines and expectations:

Develop clear guidelines and expectations for all members to ensure that everyone understands the importance of equity in decision-making processes.


  1. Practice active listening:

Encourage all members to practice active listening and truly hear what others are saying. This helps to create an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and valued.


  1. Use consent-based decision making:

In sociocracy, decisions are made using consent-based decision-making processes. This means that decisions are made when there are no objections, rather than requiring a unanimous vote. This helps to ensure that all members have an equal say in decision-making processes.


  1. Foster a culture of collaboration:

Create a culture of collaboration and teamwork to help ensure that all members are working together to achieve common goals. This can be done by encouraging open communication, collaboration, and collective problem-solving.


  1. Encourage diversity:

Ensure that all members are encouraged to participate, regardless of their background or experience. This helps to foster diversity of thought and perspective, which can lead to more innovative and effective decision-making.


  1. Provide training and education:

Offer training and education to help all members understand the importance of equity and how it can be achieved in sociocracy. This can include training on active listening, consensus-building, and other skills that are important for equitable decision-making.


By implementing these practices, organizations can create a more equitable and effective sociocratic governance system that empowers all members to have a voice in decision-making processes.


p.s. Do you think practicing the facilitation processes would be useful for you? Do you thing sharing real life experiences about facilitating sociocracy meeting will enhance your understanding and experience about sociocracy? This Community of Practice for Facilitators (CoP-F) might be helpful for you as well:

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In the Community of Practice for Facilitators (CoP-F) no one teaches anyone, but we all learn from each other by practicing and sharing real life experiences.

We welcome your presence and contribution. It will enrich all of our sociocracy knowledge.

Next meeting is scheduled for May 8th, 2023, from 14:00 UTC (CoP-F East) and from 18:30 UTC (CoP-F West). We are available to schedule any other meetings, as necessary.

Best wishes to all of you!