I’m interested laying the foundation for a peer-support network of makers, creators, and visionaries living in South Central Alaska. Want to join me? Read on!

Starting in January

This will be a four-week online exploration with the opportunity to break into small groups of women that I’m calling crews. (see below.)

During our four weeks, I will facilitate relational practices that support individual insights and help us get to know one another.

This is a free gathering. A commitment to join each week is appreciated and encouraged.

Future Ideas

• Twice a year, coming together for a two-day retreat to connect, learn and have fun together.

• Throughout the year, crews can come together under united interests, projects, and people.

• Collaborating together to create community gatherings, art exhibits, workshops, and events.

Crews

Crews are the building blocks of this community. Each crew is made up of five to seven individuals that come together for a shared purpose which is often project-based or relational-focused. Each crew decides independently on when and how they will meet and how long.

At the end of the cycle, individuals determine if they want to continue with their present crew, or start/join a new crew. We all have lives and get busy. So flowing in and out of participation is encouraged. (I’m also wondering if taking a summer break would be beneficial.)

Twice a year, community members are encouraged to invite one or two new members. We ask that new and old members join a three-day retreat to develop relationships and to form new crews based on common interests and projects.

Crews focus on a variety of interests, ideas, and projects. As we continue to grow as a collective we hope to represent the diversity, passions, and creativity of those who live in our community.

What do you want to personally learn?
What community-minded activities would you enjoy participating in?
What projects are you currently perusing and would like support or collaboration with?

Exploration and ideas can range from the simple to the complex.

Why Am I Doing This?

On a larger level, I see relationship building as a way to bring social change. As individuals we can do good things but as a group we can take this to a whole new level.

On a personal level, I want to be in relationship with courageous and inspiring women who push and inspire me to grow on a personal and professional level.

Resources

This format comes from Richard D. Bartlett’s work who coined the term Micro Solidarity. Enspiral and its community handbook is also a wonderful resource.

Future Front - Future Front is a learning club that centers around personal, professional, and creative growth. It caught my eye about a year ago and I’d love to create something similar to those in Anchorage (as a community not necessarily a non-profit.)

If this sounds interesting and you’d like to take part, please fill out the form below. I will get back to you through email to let you know if there are spots available and when and how we will be meeting. I am interested in bringing women of different ages together and that is why I ask your age! :)