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What is Sociocracy?
Sociocracy is a method of designing harmonious organizations, workplaces and associations in which each member is valued equally. It is based on creating self-optimizing systems that are effective and productive. The principles and practices were developed by Gerard Endenburg based on:
- Modern management theory and practices
- Quaker traditions of peace education and the valuing of each person
- Cybernetics, the science of communications and control
Some are drawn to the sociocratic circle method or dynamic governance simply because it is based on the best science available and others because it implements the values of the Quaker tradition: integrity, equality, community, simplicity, and peace.
We the People: Consenting to a Deeper Democracy
We the People, by John Buck and Sharon Villines, is the first comprehensive presentation of the history and theoretical foundations of sociocracy by English-speaking authors. It includes personal narratives by the authors of their discovery of sociocracy, a history of its development as a practical application by Gerard Endenburg, extensive discussion of how the principles and methods are used in organizations, and “how to” chapters.
In addition to sample bylaws and practical guides for circle meetings, the appendices include historically significant articles:
Lester Frank Ward, “Sociocracy.”
Kees Boeke, “Democracy as It Might Be.”
Gerard Endenburg, “Rational for a New Social Structure.”
The text also includes an extensive Glossary and Bibliography.
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