Calendar
Upcoming Workshops
"Co-ops 101"
6:00pm, October 20, 2015
@ Mi Casa Resource Center, 360 Acoma St, Denver, CO
Free and open to the public
Click here to view a flyer for the event
What are co-ops? How do they work? This workshop explores everything you could ever wonder about co-operatives, including the defining principles, types of co-ops, co-op organizational and structural details, and points on co-op financing, governance, law, taxes, and more! Perfect for entrepreneurs who aim to maximize the positive social impacts of their business--let's discuss how to "think co-op!"
Book Caroline for a presentation now!
Past Workshops
"Leadership in Democratic and Sustainable Organizations"
9:50 - 12:00pm (Two Sessions), January 15, 2015
part of the Lynx Leadership Conference
@ Tivoli Student Union, University of Colorado - Denver (Auraria campus)
What does leadership look like in equitable, democratic organizations? Why are fair and just models of organization so important to a sustainable world? Learn about successful democratic and sustainable forms of organization and decision-making, what leadership means in these contexts, and what can impair the healthy functioning of equitable groups. Come prepared with an open mind and heart, and willingness to participate in hands-on activities.
"Sustainable Business Models: Cooperatives VS. Corporations"
TBD, August 28, 2014
@ Growhaus, 4571 York St, Denver, CO 80216
sponsored by Denver Permaculture Guild
As part of the Denver Permaculture Guild's monthly event series on "Sustainable Economy," Caroline will present about the fundamental differences between co-operatives and corporations, showing how very different they are in both principles and practices, and exploring what our economy would look like if co-ops were the dominant model. The evening's event will include additional presentations on sustainable economics by the founders of the currently active Colorado local currency, COjacks.
RSVP on the Facebook event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/785946744791225
"Co-ops 101"
3:30pm, July 20, 2014
@ Sam Gary Library, 2961 Roslyn St, Denver, CO 80238
sponsored by Northeast Community Co-operative Market
What are co-ops? How do they work? This workshop explores everything you could ever wonder about co-operatives, including the defining principles, types of co-ops, co-op organizational and structural details, and points on co-op financing, governance, law, taxes, and more! You will also hear about Northeast Community Co-operative Market's efforts to open a co-op grocery store in the Aurora/Stapleton area. Learn all about co-operatives in this informative session.
"Co-ops 101"
5:30pm, February 13, 2014
@ West High School, Room 15, 951 Elati St, Denver, CO
sponsored by Denver Permaculture Guild
What are co-ops? How do they work? This workshop explores everything you could ever wonder about co-operatives, including the history, philosophy, defining principles, and types of co-ops, their organizational and structural breakdown, and points on their financing, governance, law, taxes, and much more! Learn all about co-operatives in this informative session.
"Consensus Decision-Making"
6:00pm, February 6, 2014
@ GrowHaus, 4751 York St, Denver, CO
sponsored by Denver Permaculture Guild
Consensus is a formal, equitable decision-making system designed to prioritize every person's equal democratic participation. This workshop explores the principles, structure, methods, and tools underpinning the Consensus decision-making model. After introducing the Consensus model, we will discuss common problems and solutions that emerge in Consensus, and do some hands-on practice and role-playing to try out our skills.
Because it requires full participation, Consensus is only successful when every person considers themselves a "leader" in the process, knowledgeable about how it is supposed to work and willing to keep it working well! This workshop is ideal for people who are new to Consensus, or people who are already familiar and may be using Consensus in their groups, and want to improve and practice their knowledge and skills.
"Co-ops 101"
4:00pm, July 13, 2013
@ West High School, Room 15, 951 Elati St, Denver, CO
sponsored by Denver Permaculture Guild
What are co-ops? How do they work? This workshop explores everything you could ever wonder about co-operatives, including the history, philosophy, defining principles, and types of co-ops, their organizational and structural breakdown, and points on their financing, governance, law, taxes, and much more! Learn all about co-operatives in this informative session.
"Consensus Decision-Making"
6:00pm, February 6, 2014
@ GrowHaus, 4751 York St, Denver, CO
sponsored by Denver Permaculture Guild
Consensus is a formal, equitable decision-making system designed to prioritize every person's equal democratic participation. This workshop explores the principles, structure, methods, and tools underpinning the Consensus decision-making model. After introducing the Consensus model, we will discuss common problems and solutions that emerge in Consensus, and do some hands-on practice and role-playing to try out our skills.
Because it requires full participation, Consensus is only successful when every person considers themselves a "leader" in the process, knowledgeable about how it is supposed to work and willing to keep it working well! This workshop is ideal for people who are new to Consensus, or people who are already familiar and may be using Consensus in their groups, and want to improve and practice their knowledge and skills.
"Co-ops 101"
4:00pm, July 13, 2013
part of the Fourth River Free Skool convergence
"Steps to Starting a Co-operative"
6:00pm, March 13, 2013
Have you ever wondered what it would take to start up a new co-operative business? This workshop explains the necessary steps to starting a co-operative, from visioning through starting operations! We will also review some general information about co-ops from the Co-ops 101 workshop.
Note: we will discuss the co-op start-up process in general. This is not the venue to receive personalized advice on your venture.
"Steps to Starting a Co-operative"
12:15pm-1:15pm, April 11, 2013
Have you ever wondered what it would take to start up a new co-operative business? This workshop explains the necessary steps to starting a co-operative, from visioning through starting operations! We will also review some general information about co-ops from the Co-ops 101 workshop.
Note: we will discuss the co-op start-up process in general. This is not the venue to receive personalized advice on your venture.
"Co-ops 101"
6:00pm, February 13, 2013
What are co-ops? How do they work? This workshop explores everything you could ever wonder about co-operatives, including the history, philosophy, defining principles, and types of co-ops, their organizational and structural breakdown, and points on their financing, governance, law, taxes, and much more! Learn all about co-operatives in this informative session.
"Consensus Decision Making"
Sunday, May 20, 2012
11:00am - 2:00pm
@ The Big Idea Bookstore, 4812 Liberty Avenue, Pgh PA 15224
Free, Open to the Public
This workshop will explore the theory, structure, methods, tools and common problems and solutions underpinning the Consensus decision-making model, which is commonly used by many anarchist groups, collectives, and other activist organizations. Consensus is a formal decision-making system designed to prioritize every person's equal democratic participation. Thus, Consensus works well only if every person considers themselves a "leader" in the process, knowledgeable about how it is supposed to work and willing to keep it working well! This workshop is ideal for people who already have a familiar understanding of Consensus, and want to enhance their understanding and skills in Consensus in order to improve the effectiveness of their organizing. Board members, general members, or supporters of organizations like Free Ride Bicycle Project (www.freeridepgh.org) and the Big Idea Co-operative Bookstore (http://thebigideapgh.org/) are encouraged to attend!
"Co-operatives 101: The Basics, the Tools, the Solutions"
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Thursday, February 23, 2012
7:30pm - 8:30pm
The Big Idea Co-operative Bookstore - 4812 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Free, Open to the Public
Join us for the first Thursday in a 9-week series of co-operative education, as a project of the International Year of Co-operatives Pittsburgh Organizing Committee (IYCPOC) and sponsored by the East End Food Co-op and the Big Idea Bookstore! Caroline Savery will present an in-depth look at co-operatives: what are they? why all the "buzz" about co-ops? how do they work, and why do they matter? how can co-operatives address critical social, economic, and community issues at once? are co-operatives really a viable alternative to corporations in today's economy? If you are an entrepreneur who cares about your community, if you are frustrated with how corporate greed impacts our local economies and are looking for solutions, or if you're merely curious about co-operatives, please join us for an evening of learning, socializing and snacks in the Big Idea's new and improved bookstore space at 4812 Liberty Avenue in Bloomfield.
This presentation will also mark the first of a 9-week series of co-operative education: attendees will have the option to join an 8-week reading & discussion course about co-operatives. Members who opt in to the discussion course will pick up a copy of "A Discussion Course on Co-operatives," (donated by the East End Food Co-op) and read the first chapter, for discussion on the subsequent Thursday, March 1, from 7:00-9:00pm. For more information, visit http://thebigideapgh.org/events-2/.
"Fundamental Differences between Co-operatives and Corporations"
Saturday, February 4, 2012
"Consensus Decision-Making"
Sunday, October 16, 2011
3:00pm-4:00pm
Occupy Pittsburgh
"Sustainability in Organizing: Applying Principles of Sustainability to Activist Organizing"
Friday, October 14, 2011
11:00am-12:00pm
Three Rivers Building Change Convergence - Heinz History Center
"Consensus Decision-Making"
May 26, 2010
Offered as part of the Start-Up! School at the Kingsley Association
"Consensus Decision-Making" and "Anti-Oppression" workshops
March 10-14, 2010
offered to the Casa de mis Amigos collective house in Mazatlan, Mexico
This presentation will also mark the first of a 9-week series of co-operative education: attendees will have the option to join an 8-week reading & discussion course about co-operatives. Members who opt in to the discussion course will pick up a copy of "A Discussion Course on Co-operatives," (donated by the East End Food Co-op) and read the first chapter, for discussion on the subsequent Thursday, March 1, from 7:00-9:00pm. For more information, visit http://thebigideapgh.org/events-2/.
"Fundamental Differences between Co-operatives and Corporations"
Saturday, February 4, 2012
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Occupy Pittsburgh Daylong Teach-In
@ the Community Empowerment Association for Training, Arts and Culture - 7120 Kelly St, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
@ the Community Empowerment Association for Training, Arts and Culture - 7120 Kelly St, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Free, Open to the Public
Caroline will be co-presenting for the workshop entitled "What are the Alternatives to Corporate Power?," as part of an Occupy Pittsburgh Teach-In. Her piece of the presentation will cover the basics about co-operatives today: what they are, how they work, why they work well, and why they offer such promising alternatives to "business as usual" in our society.
"Consensus Decision-Making"
Sunday, October 16, 2011
3:00pm-4:00pm
Occupy Pittsburgh
"Sustainability in Organizing: Applying Principles of Sustainability to Activist Organizing"
Friday, October 14, 2011
11:00am-12:00pm
Three Rivers Building Change Convergence - Heinz History Center
"Consensus Decision-Making"
May 26, 2010
Offered as part of the Start-Up! School at the Kingsley Association
"Consensus Decision-Making" and "Anti-Oppression" workshops
March 10-14, 2010
offered to the Casa de mis Amigos collective house in Mazatlan, Mexico
