The International Genuine Contact Organization is a strategy focused organization, with our members working together to expand the capacity of the organization and its members to spread Genuine Contact in the world. Our members work together within 5 key areas of focus.
Our Organization as a Learning Playground
There is an incredible opportunity for learning together in our International Genuine Contact Organization. The majority of the work that is done inside this organization is done by our members - volunteers who have the passion, time, and energy to take on work that supports the GCO in fulfilling its purpose. Our work is guided by our Operating Matrix which was last refreshed in late 2020 and is intended to be accomplished by the end of 2025.
Every project undertaken in our organization is an opportunity to learn more about working with the tools of Genuine Contact. For applying the processes you've learned in various workshops together with others who are familiar with these processes (maybe before you try them out in your own work!). There are opportunities for mentoring and being mentored. Building professional relationships and working on your personal and professional development. The learning playground is here and ready for you.
You're Invited to Learn Too
There are always opportunities to get involved. Members of the Leadership Action Team are taking leadership for activities happening within the IGCO.
If you're inspired to participate in the work, your volunteer contributions benefit you in your learning and in contribution points towards your membership. If you find something you're interested in getting involved with, contact Rachel Bolton (Director) and she will connect you with the right people and resources to get started.
High Quality Practice
High quality practice in the International GCO supports members to develop their own high quality practice through participation, engagement and mentoring. This serves as a catalyst for members to recognize, refine and learn in order to apply the Genuine Contact way of working with their clients, teams and life.
Wise and Playful Marketing
Develop and carry out an inspirited way to provide pathways to access and engage with the Genuine Contact way of working. Provide beautiful, aligned, and clear messaging and resources that support members to share about the spirit and practice of the Genuine Contact way of working.
Organizational Development
Increase vitality and nourishment of the organization in order to deliver continuous value to its members through creating the appropriate life-nourishing structures that enable people who choose to participate to work together building a robust organization that can dance with change.
Building Membership Relationships
Support members to feel welcomed, inspired, and mobilized to share their unique gifts for the benefit of all. Stimulate cross-pollination between the International Genuine Contact Organization and its members to optimize the membership experience.
Cooperation & Collaboration
Inspire and support cooperation and collaboration between members. Develop cooperative and collaborative relationships between the International Genuine Contact organization, related organizations, and other organizations interested in a holistic way of working.
Have Another Idea?
Members of our organization have long worked on passion projects - both together inside our organization as well as together as a private venture. If you have an idea for something that will deepen your experiences with the Genuine Contact way of working or will support the GCO in its work, there is always space available for you to make it happen.
Ready to move ideas into action?
You are recommended to check with the Leadership Management Team or Membership Team to see if anyone else is already working on something similar. If you'd like the GCO to support your efforts, you'll definitely need to be in touch.
Otherwise, so long as your idea fits within the Foundational Givens for Genuine Contact and the Operating Givens for the GCO, you are welcome to get started!