I spotted this via @Ece, and it reminded me I have some notes on this book to dig up too.
Last year I attended a fantastic workshop by Susie Wise about her book via CreativeMornings
“Design for Belonging: How to Build Inclusion and Collaboration in Your Communities.”
The workshop was incredibly value-packed, and I decided to dive into her book immediately.
This BEAUTIFUL book (you have to see the illustrations yourself)
introduces a holistic community-building framework centred on 3 chapters: Feeling, Seeing and Shaping Belonging.
And “Moments of Belonging” are presented in the “Seeing Belonging” part —a perfect guide for mapping a community strategy, a workshop or an event agenda.
The Invitation: Send out crystal-clear, purposeful invitations that strike a chord with diverse audiences, making everyone feel welcome.
Entering: Establish a positive tone from the get-go, making sure everyone feels like they belong as soon as they arrive.
Participating: Get everyone engaged by checking in, inviting reflections, and fostering an inclusive environment.
Code Switching: Recognize the challenges of adapting between cultural contexts and strive to make your community more inclusive.
Contributing: Celebrate contributions from all members, recognizing and valuing their unique input.
Flowing: Create spaces where members can immerse themselves in community activities, secure in the knowledge that they’re a vital part of the group.
Dissenting: Encourage diverse opinions and open dialogue, embracing dissenting views as a valuable opportunity for growth.
Repairing: Offer safe spaces for addressing any discomfort or issues, ensuring your community remains supportive and nurturing.
Leaving and Diverging: Applaud the unique paths of your members and design your community to accommodate different life stages and learning styles.
Strongly recommend checking her work here: Design for Belonging Design for Belonging
And mine via Rosieland + Notion:
If you’ve read the book, let us know any thoughts or takeaways from it!