Why it matters
Consent is one of the core practices that lets democratic organizations move decisions forward without requiring everyone to personally prefer the same option.
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Groups that get stuck between majority vote, full consensus, and informal decision-making.
This resource is especially useful for teams that confuse consent with consensus. It helps members understand that an objection is not a veto or preference, but information about whether a proposal may harm the group’s aim.
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From Sociocracy: consent, circles, and roles
Circles in Sociocracy: An Effective Organizational Structure
Add circles to see where decisions live. The key question is how a circle's domain and accountability relate to the wider organization, not merely how teams are named.
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