This document outlines an agenda for a town hall meeting of the Twin Cities Polyamory Discussion Group (TCPDG). It includes sections on introductions, the history and recent developments of TCPDG, establishing a vision and mission, plans for becoming a non-profit organization, and the formation of committees to carry out various functions. The overall purpose is to discuss the future direction of TCPDG, including issues like activism, outreach, social activities, and organizational structure.
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This is the powerpoint presentation for the town hall discussion for the Twin Cities Polyamory Discussion Group on April 26th, 2009
Author: Jessica Karels
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The document discusses the history and future plans of the Twin Cities Polyamory Discussion Group (TCPDG). It outlines the group's mission to provide support and discussion around polyamorous relationships. It details the group's activities over time such as social events, education efforts, and maintaining an online forum. The document proposes establishing committees and becoming a 501(c) non-profit organization to help carry the polyamory movement forward. Volunteers are needed to help coordinate activities for new committees.
This is the powerpoint presentation for the town hall discussion for the Twin Cities Polyamory Discussion Group on April 26th, 2009
Author: Jessica Karels
Council Member for the Twin Cities Polyamory Discussion group and author of Young Metro Poly (http://www.youngmetropoly.com)
Don't mind the "blanks" for mind and social stuff - that was me showing that those are 1) areas that I'm lacking in right now, and 2) areas that are so diverse, that you really have to build your own model for happeiness
1) The document discusses the opportunity for technology to improve organizational efficiency and transition economies into a "smart and clean world."
2) It argues that aggregate efficiency has stalled at around 22% for 30 years due to limitations of the Second Industrial Revolution, but that digitizing transport, energy, and communication through technologies like blockchain can help manage resources and increase efficiency.
3) Technologies like precision agriculture, cloud computing, robotics, and autonomous vehicles may allow for "dematerialization" and do more with fewer physical resources through effects like reduced waste and need for transportation/logistics infrastructure.
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2. Name
How long have you known that you’re poly?
How long have you been with TCPDG?
What are your expectations for the town hall?
And, most importantly…
◦ Give a little known fact about yourself
(There may be a quiz later)
3. Foundations
◦ The Polyamory Culture Movement
◦ Brief History of the TCPDG
◦ Recent Revelations and Consensus
Directions
◦ Vision Statement
◦ Mission Statement
Journeys
Non-Profit/ 501(c) Status
◦
Naming/Branding
◦
Membership
◦
Framework: Committees
◦
4. If you have something to say, speak up!
If you have a question, ask!
Respect the moderator
Respect each other
9. National Polyamory Leadership Summit
The National Polyamory Leadership Group is a collaborative group of
polyamory community leaders from around the U.S. who have come
together to work to carry the polyamory movement forward.
November, 2008 – New York, NY (34 leaders/activists/organizers)
March, 2009 – Philadelphia, PA (40 present + 11 via. teleconference)
??? – Somewhere on the West Coast (TBD)
10. 2001
2003
•May Day
•Pride Booth •Transition from
•CONvergence “open” list to
•Lending Library “closed” list
1999
•Council as 7 equal •Dance @ Bryant
Lake Park Center
•New List Started positions
2000 2002
•Bylaws
•Council members
having official
“roles”
•Council “task list”
11. 2008
•CONvergence
2006 100% funded by
donations
•Focus Group
(MNPolyFriends) •New
Logo/Branding
•BBQ of the Beast
2004 (6/6/6) •BECAUSE
2005 2007 2009
•Website re- •Group polled re: •Non-CON party
designed name change
•Rebranding
image @
CONvergence
12. From the TCPDG Bylaws:
The purposes of the group are as follows:
The Primary function of this group is to provide a supportive
environment that encourages the discussion of
responsible, intimate, caring, multi-partnered relationships and related
issues.
Secondary functions of this group are to encourage any form of loving
relationships between members, by providing a support role for
members, and by providing and encouraging social gatherings for
member interaction.
Tertiary functions of this group are (1) for members to participate, on a
voluntary basis, in various public venues, in a variety of ways, intended
to educate the public about our group, as well as about Polyamory in
general, and (2) to advertise our group's existence in a public way to
encourage additional members.
14. With regards to the Twin Cities Polyamory Discussion
Group, what sort of things would you like to see become reality:
... 20 years from now?
... 10 years from now?
... 5 years from now?
... Next year?
... Next month?
... Tomorrow?
With regards to polyamory and society as a whole, what sort of
things would you like to see become reality:
... 20 years from now?
... 10 years from now?
... 5 years from now?
... Next year?
... Next month?
... Tomorrow?
15.
16. Activism Outreach
•Persuasion •Public Awareness
•Create change •New Members
Support Social
•Information •Community
•Resources •Events/Parties
17. Should our group as whole support those
who want greater involvement in outreach
and activism, both locally and nationally?
Should we consider splitting into two
separate organizations?
22. Join an existing effort
Create a special program for an existing
effort
Start a local chapter of a national or regional
organization
Maintain an informational organization
Find a fiscal sponsor for your organization
23. Determine if you really need to start a non-profit
Decide on the purpose and mission
Recruit board members
Check for availability / reserve a name
24. Write the Articles for Incorporation
Incorporate as a non-profit
Create a business plan with a budget
Draft the corporate bylaws
Hold the first official board meeting
25. File for a federal tax ID number
Obtain tax-exempt status from the IRS
Obtain tax-exempt status from the state
Obtain a state tax ID number
Register as a charity
File annual registrations