# Microsolidarity ## Overview **Website:** https://www.microsolidarity.cc/ **Tagline:** "A fractal view of belonging" **Mission:** Community-building practice weaving the social fabric that underpins shared infrastructure Microsolidarity is a community-building practice focused on shifting people out of isolated individualism into a more connected way of being. The practice creates structures for belonging and supports people into meaningful work. ## Core Objectives ### 1. Structures for Belonging Creating **kinship networks** that shift people out of isolated individualism into connected community. The foundational belief is that **"belonging is a superpower"** - people are more courageous and creative when they "find their people." ### 2. Meaningful Work Supporting people into work that is broadly defined by individual values - whether in jobs, family, or community volunteering. Generally focused on **being of benefit to others** and matching talents to world needs. ## Key Theoretical Framework ### Five Scales of Microsolidarity **Core Theory:** "Groups of different sizes are good for different things" - the only essential theory needed to understand the practice. ### Leadership as Hospitality A distinctive approach to thinking about power, authority, and hierarchy in community settings. ### From Domination to Partnership A fractal, radical, constructive approach to transforming power dynamics in groups of any size. ## Core Practices ### Crewing Small group formation and maintenance practices for creating intimate belonging structures. ### Congregating Larger group gathering and community-building methodologies. ### Developmental Pathway A structured approach to becoming a mature microsolidarity practitioner: - Develop skills at small scale - Gradually increase to larger groups - Build capacity for community facilitation ## Educational Programs ### Vibes Program **2-week cohort-based course** covering: 1. **Introducing core concepts** - Foundational theory and principles 2. **Crewing** - Small group formation practices 3. **Congregations** - Larger gathering methodologies 4. **Leadership & Engagement** - Facilitation and power dynamics 5. **Resources & Practices** - Tools and ongoing development ### Crewing Program Specialized training focused on small group dynamics and intimate community building. ## Community & Events ### Regular Offerings - **Summer Camps** - Europe and USA locations - **Monthly Online Network Calls** - Global community connection - **Discord Community** - Ongoing practitioner networking - **Practice Programs** - Structured learning experiences ### Recent Events - EU Summer Camp 2024 - USA Summer Camp 2024 - EU Summer Camp 2023 - Enspiral Summer Retreat 2019 ## Resources & Content ### Educational Materials - **Essays** - Core theoretical content available online - **PDF/Ebook Downloads** - Comprehensive practice guides - **10-minute Intro Video** - Accessible overview - **YouTube Channel** - Ongoing conversations with practitioners - **Podcast Feed** - Regular content updates ### Key Essays - **Background & Introduction** - Foundational overview - **Five Scales of Microsolidarity** - Core theoretical framework - **Leadership as Hospitality** - Power and authority approaches - **A Developmental Pathway** - Practitioner skill development - **From Domination to Partnership** - Transforming group dynamics ## Community Infrastructure ### Digital Platforms - **Website Hub** - Central resource repository - **Discord Server** - Practitioner community space - **Newsletter** - Occasional project updates - **Network Map** - Global practitioner connections ### Participation Options - **Financial Contributions** - Supporting the project - **Volunteer Opportunities** - Active community involvement - **Community Bookshelf** - Shared learning resources - **Events Participation** - Camps, calls, and gatherings ## Methodology & Approach ### Community-Building Philosophy - **Fractal Structure** - Patterns that work at multiple scales - **Belonging-Centered** - Prioritizing connection and kinship - **Purpose-Driven** - Supporting meaningful contribution - **Inclusive Leadership** - Hospitality-based authority models ### Practical Applications - **Small Group Facilitation** - Crewing and intimate circles - **Large Group Coordination** - Congregation management - **Power Dynamic Transformation** - From hierarchy to partnership - **Skill Development** - Progressive practitioner pathway ## Key Concepts **Microsolidarity:** Community-building practice creating small-scale solidarity networks that support both belonging and meaningful work. **Crewing:** Practice of forming and maintaining small, intimate groups (typically 3-8 people) for mutual support and belonging. **Congregating:** Methods for bringing larger groups together while maintaining connection and purpose. **Structures for Belonging:** Intentional community frameworks that create kinship and mutual support networks. ## Authorship & Licensing - **Primary Author:** Richard D. Bartlett (unless otherwise stated) - **License:** CC-BY-SA (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike) - **Usage:** Content freely available for use with attribution and same license for derivatives ## Contact & Engagement - **Discord Community** - Primary networking platform - **Newsletter Subscription** - Project updates - **Events Calendar** - Upcoming gatherings and programs - **Network Map** - Global practitioner connections --- *Reference compiled from https://www.microsolidarity.cc/ - Last updated: 2024*