Sociocracy

Sociocracy is a governance system based on shared power, decentralized decision-making, and consent-based collaboration. It ensures that all voices within a group or organization are heard, valued, and included in decision-making processes while maintaining efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Principles of Sociocracy:

1. Consent-Based Decision-Making – Decisions are made by consent, meaning they move forward unless someone has a valid objection based on the group’s shared purpose.

2. Decentralized Governance – The organization is structured into semi-autonomous circles (teams or working groups), each responsible for specific areas, ensuring distributed authority and self-governance.

3. Double-Linking – Circles are connected through members who ensure two-way communication between levels of the organization, preventing hierarchy while maintaining coordination.

4. Elected Roles – Leadership roles are chosen by consent rather than imposed, ensuring that positions are filled by those most suited to serve the group’s mission.

5. Continuous Evolution – The system is designed for ongoing feedback and adaptation, allowing for flexibility and growth without top-down control.

Sociocracy vs. Democracy:

• Democracy relies on majority rule, where some voices can be overridden.

• Sociocracy ensures every voice is heard and concerns are addressed, fostering equity, harmony, and collective wisdom.

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Why Use Sociocracy?

Sociocracy creates a culture of trust, cooperation, and shared responsibility, making it ideal for Private Members Associations, intentional communities, and organizations seeking decentralized, self-governing structures.

If you are a member and wish to observe our moonthly sociocracy meetings, and you are a member, please email us at: info@yycROCKS.ca or learn how to become a member!