Beyond
Borders seeks to have an impact
in Haiti not just in the work we do,
but in the way we do it. One of the
unique aspects of Beyond Borders and
and our sister organization in Haiti,
Fondasyon Limyè Lavi, is our
non-traditional, non-hierarchical structure.
In other words, if you are looking to
find out "who's in charge"
don't expect to find just one person.
Each staff member of Beyond Borders
and Fondasyon Limyè Lavi holds
the title co-director and each is "in
charge" of her/his area of responsibility.
All staff members have an equal say
in decision-making, visioning, and leading
the organization.
To facilitate this structure Beyond
Borders and Limyè Lavi use Open
Space Technology, an organizational
method that promotes diversity, shared
leadership, self-managed work groups,
and personal empowerment for all meetings
and gatherings.
Beyond
Borders and Limyè Lavi have found
that their organizational structure doesn't
just benefit those who work within it,
but also provides a model for others--individuals,
organizations, communities--who seek alternative
ways to work together that aren't based
on power and rank. This is particularly
important in places like Haiti and the
U.S. where traditional hierarchical models
have too often been abused.
If
you want to get a glimpse of what this
all looks like in action, you are welcome
to join us at our Annual Open
Meeting held in September each
year at Tenemos
Retreat Center near Philadelphia.
Join us for the entire weekend or for
just Saturday's gathering, which will
be conducted using Open Space.
Contact
Beyond
Borders to reserve your place or request
additional information. |
