# Workshop: Decisionmaking methods and points of unity

**URL:** <https://discourse.codeforamerica.org/t/workshop-decisionmaking-methods-and-points-of-unity/1368>\
**Category:** Workshops\
**Tags:** direct-democracy\
**Created:** [May 20, 2022, 3:49pm UTC](https://discourse.codeforamerica.org/t/workshop-decisionmaking-methods-and-points-of-unity/1368 "2022-05-20T15:49:36Z")\
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**Author:** ![elb](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/discourse.codeforamerica.org/elb/32/484_2.png) [@elb](https://discourse.codeforamerica.org/u/elb)\
**Post date:** [May 20, 2022, 3:49pm UTC](https://discourse.codeforamerica.org/t/workshop-decisionmaking-methods-and-points-of-unity/1368/1 "2022-05-20T15:49:37Z")

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> **Event**
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> **Starts:** May 26, 2022, 8:00pm (America/New\_York)\
> **Ends:** May 26, 2022, 10:00pm (America/New\_York)\
> **Link:** <https://codeforamerica.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqcu2pqzsvHtT8TIP4JV3UbJ1o0LUguWsH>

### [**Register for this event here**](https://codeforamerica.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqcu2pqzsvHtT8TIP4JV3UbJ1o0LUguWsH)

Join us for our fourth workshop of 2022, hosted by Sierra Ramírez / @SereniT03 :

## Decisionmaking methods and points of unity

_Empowered decision-making and building autonomous networks_

How do we make decisions and coordinate big networks without getting bogged down or giving away our power? In this workshop we will experiment with several decision making models, and learn about their pros and cons. We’ll also learn about a critical tool for coordinating a network without hierarchy: Points of Unity. With points of unity, we can create coalitions that are safer for dissent and diversity, but that can also stick together and get stuff done! Another world is possible! Come join us to learn more.

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These workshops are meant to be stand-alone sessions, though you’re encouraged to watch the previous workshops:

1. [Creating Shared Goals with Emergent Strategy](https://discourse.codeforamerica.org/t/workshop-creating-shared-goals-with-emergent-strategy/1167)
2. [Building Relationships and Moving as a Group](https://discourse.codeforamerica.org/t/workshop-the-art-of-orienting-building-relationships-and-moving-as-a-group/1251)
3. [Working with Power & Difference](https://discourse.codeforamerica.org/t/workshop-working-with-power-difference/1299)

## Event Materials

📽 [Recording](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljl5u8XMdh4)  
📖 [Workshop slide deck](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1z_sIb_Nel9TG7XZL-5xm4b_xnXkPtN0CDhwXkK48ysg/edit?usp=sharing)  
👥 [One-On-Ones: The Art of Orienting](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1zpXjs6y6_GT7vKw5Qkyxp5ZBQ0hrdlHsXPeCZKRw8r8/edit?usp=sharing)

## Brigade Challenge

After watching the workshop and going through the slide deck:

1. Do some [one-on-ones](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1zpXjs6y6_GT7vKw5Qkyxp5ZBQ0hrdlHsXPeCZKRw8r8/edit?usp=sharing)
2. Pick and customize a decision-making model, then use it for a month!

To get more help, coaching, or strategize your way out of frustration and into cooperative leadership, sign up for office hours with Sierra Ramírez by messaging her on Slack or emailing her at [sierra.ramirez.au@gmail.com](mailto:sierra.ramirez.au@gmail.com).

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**Author:** ![Mari](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/discourse.codeforamerica.org/mari/32/992_2.png) [@Mari](https://discourse.codeforamerica.org/u/Mari)\
**Post date:** [July 1, 2023, 6:51am UTC](https://discourse.codeforamerica.org/t/workshop-decisionmaking-methods-and-points-of-unity/1368/2 "2023-07-01T06:51:30Z")

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