Form Small Teams (Copy)
What: Many Americans are isolated, without substantial sources of social support, and many who are active in organizations use each other as tools to achieve outer-directed goals. This alienation results in the absence of a deep sense of community that could sustain and inspire widespread social engagement.
So What:
Small teams can effectively advance goals affirmed by the Americans for Humanity Declaration, nurture community, and attract new members with contagious, positive energy. These teams can be an active ingredient that drives systemic transformation and self-improvement. Some team members can meet occasionally with members from other teams in a Network of Small Teams to share information about their work, support each other, and at times take on a specific project. Some team members will have networks of their own they can mobilize in support of these projects. This “Network of Networks” can lead to steady growth in the number of people who share a common commitment, while supporting the pursuit of individual passions. Team members can also support each other with their self-improvement.
Now What:
Select members for your small team you’re comfortable with. Being comfortable means you trust them. Trust among team members is a critical element for success. As a group, determine a name for your team. Naming your team creates an identity that will move you forward as a team.
Individual team members may have a passion for specific topics. The resources on the Americans for Humanity website may help members find issues to focus on. People devote the greatest effort to things they’re passionate about.
Team meetings, at least monthly, can be in-person gatherings or Zoom sessions, though periodic in-person gatherings help maintain enthusiasm. These team meetings should cover:
What each team member has been doing since last together, including their efforts with regard to self-improvement.
The status of any activities the team has agreed to pursue and what remains to be done.
When appropriate, share progress with Purple Alliance teams.
When activities are complete, determine what challenge to pursue next.
Numerous possible projects these teams might take on are posted on the Americans for Humanity website. These possibilities include:
Resources on the site related to this Adaptive Action include: