Fall 2008 Class Schedule

Groups 1 & 2:  Thursdays, September 18, September 25, October 2, October 9, October 16, and November 13
Time: 7:00 to 8:45 pm

Groups 3:  Mondays, October 13, October 20, October 27, November 3, November 10, and December 8
Time: 7:00 to 8:45 pm

Groups 4:  Tuesdays, October 14, October 21, October 28, November 4, November 11, and December 9
Time: Noon to 1:30 pm

Content:  Each of us is a member of numerous circles of influence, such as a workplace, neighborhood, club or organization, school, center of faith, extended family, condominium association, etc.  Each circle provides a natural arena for the work of the change agent seeking to create a more sustainable culture.  In the broader community, such as the City of Portland or the State of Oregon, the culture is a composite of the values, attitudes, and habits of its citizens and its myriad circles of influence.  Thus, as an agent of change works within a confined circle, the agent is also pulling the broader community along the path of sustainability. 

This five-session class covers the theory, practice, and tools of a change agent working within a chosen circle of influence.  Each participant will select one circle of influence, develop a strategy and plan for change, and take steps of early implementation, in consultation with other members in the class. 

Specific topics covered include:

• Theories and strategies for citizen-led cultural change.

• Role, mindset, and general approach of the agent of change.

• Selecting a specific circle of influence for work as a change agent.
• Understanding Point A – assessing the full potential of the chosen circle of influence and understanding the key elements of its context.
• A vision for Point B – clarifying either a limited or expanded vision for more sustainable practices within the circle.
• Developing a plan for work as a change agent in the selected circle of influence with a focus on early implementation steps.

Presenters:  Jeanne and/or Dick Roy, co-founders of the Center for Earth Leadership, the Northwest Earth Institute, and the Oregon Natural Step Network.  They may be assisted by other instructors.

Participants:  This class is intended for motivated individuals who wish to help create a sustainable future and who are ready to prepare and implement a project to reduce human impact on the earth.

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To register, please contact Emily Cain at (503) 227-2315 or info@earthleaders.org with your home address, phone number, email, and a short paragraph about why you would like to take the class.