FIC Art of Community Event

A lot of planning work is underway for this Sep 8-10 event. In addition to the private work by Craig, he's: Watch this space for more information, as it becomes available over the next few weeks.
 * had face-to-face meetings in various settings
 * Fred
 * Therese
 * Nancy
 * Raines
 * email
 * messages indicating interest in participating from about 10 parties
 * transmittal of a MS word document entitled "NW Communities Event," which is being translated into this wiki space.
 * telephone calls
 * Ma'ikwe
 * Harvey
 * Raines

Event Basics

 * Name: Art of Community NW
 * Date: Friday, Sep 8 through Sunday, Sep 10
 * Location: TBD: Seattle area

Goals

 * Create strong sense of community for duration of the event
 * Increase NW public awareness of:
 * NW Intentional Communities
 * How to be in/create community where you are
 * Increase effectiveness of:
 * NW communitarians who are building community
 * FIC at marshalling resources from NW communities
 * Increase size and numbers of NW communities
 * Generate net income for FIC – specific goal TBD?

Leadership
This event will use an Eight Shields Organization Model to organize roles and responsibilities.


 * Core Leadership Team (Ma'ikwe Ludwig will join - Shield not determined)
 * East: OPEN
 * South East: OPEN
 * South: OPEN
 * South West: Fred Lanphear
 * West: OPEN
 * North West: OPEN
 * North: Craig Ragland
 * North East: OPEN

Sponsorship
This event will have three tiers of sponsorship:
 * 1) FIC will be the primary, presenting organization. It will be the sole beneficiary of any profits and the FIC Events Committee will have ultimate authority in the event of disputes which cannot be resolved by the Event's Core Leadership team.
 * 2) Other Community Networks can elect to become co-sponsors. This will require significant contributions. NICA wants to be a co-sponsor and is prepared to make major contributions. Other groups in the NW are similarly expected to step up to help the event succeed.
 * 3) Intentional Communities and other Community-focused organizations can become co-sponsors. This will require contributions in excess of individual participation.

Expenses
Unless otherwise specifically arranged, FIC will not provide payment for labor or any out-of-pocket costs. All expenses will be born by individual contributors or other supporting organizations.

As the event plan comes together, it is expected that expenses will be shifted to FIC. Until then, any expenses you bear should be considered a contribution to the event’s success. Twin Oaks Community Conference Schedule FIC Art of Community NW Schedule