Mutual Support

Mutual Support means looking after people and being attuned to others’ moods, needs and larger realities beyond the collective. By caring for each other’s well-being, we create a healthy work environment, and supported members have a safe space to express themselves and be heard within the collective. Conflict Resolution can also handled through the mutual support system, ensuring the distribution of personal care work.

DisCO uses a system of mutual stewarding initially based on Loomio's practices. Every member, whether in the Dating or Fully Committed phase, has a specific person supporting them and every member supports another. Supported members have a safe space to express themselves and to be cared for and heard within the collective (while being reminded of the things they have committed to, etc.). Conflict resolution is also handled through the mutual support system, ensuring the distribution of personal care work.

While DisCO Buddies take care of mentoring, it is Mutual Support Pals who take care of another person's emotional wellbeing. Every person in the collective has a Mutual Support Pal checking in on them regularly. They are always available when their care-receiving pal needs someone to talk to.

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Image Credits

• Lead Image by Dimitar Belchev