Unlock15 - User contributions [en]

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2026-05-05T13:21:52Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Vienna Climate Team |description=The Vienna Climate Team is a participatory initiative in Vienna that brings residents, local stakeholders, and the city administration together to co-develop and implement climate protection measures at the district level. It enables citizens to submit ideas, collaborate with experts, and take part in decision-making processes related to urban sustainability. |hypothesis=Connecting city administration and civil soci..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Vienna Climate Team
|description=The Vienna Climate Team is a participatory initiative in Vienna that brings residents, local stakeholders, and the city administration together to co-develop and implement climate protection measures at the district level. It enables citizens to submit ideas, collaborate with experts, and take part in decision-making processes related to urban sustainability.
|hypothesis=Connecting city administration and civil society

The Vienna Climate Team acts as a bridge between government institutions and residents by creating structured opportunities for direct collaboration. It translates citizen ideas into actionable projects with administrative support, making governance more transparent and accessible. Through this co-creation process, it builds mutual trust, improves communication, and ensures that policies are better aligned with the needs and knowledge of civil society.
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits, Governance incumbency, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML3
|link-information=https://klimateam.wien.gv.at/
|link-material=https://klimateam.wien.gv.at/
|effort-level=very high
|skill-level=very high
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local/district administration, local politicians, city administration, city politicians, NGOs / local interest groups, users of sustainable modes, car drivers
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation, shared communication of narratives, shared public participation
|language=german
}}

Tools/48

2026-05-05T12:44:00Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Platform for booking initiative spaces |description=A simple, user-friendly tool for overview and booking of free spaces for use by initiatives. |hypothesis=Lack of citizens participation |lock-in-layers=institutional |lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits |tool-maturity-level=TML4 |link-information=https://www.gbstern.at/themen-projekte/raum-teilen/ |link-material=https://www.gbstern.at/themen-projekte/raum-teilen/ |effort-level=hi..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Platform for booking initiative spaces
|description=A simple, user-friendly tool for overview and booking of free spaces for use by initiatives.
|hypothesis=Lack of citizens participation
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits
|tool-maturity-level=TML4
|link-information=https://www.gbstern.at/themen-projekte/raum-teilen/
|link-material=https://www.gbstern.at/themen-projekte/raum-teilen/
|effort-level=high
|skill-level=low
|spatial-context=city-wide
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared public participation
|visualisation=Screenshot 2026-05-05 144314.png
|language=german
}}

File:Screenshot 2026-05-05 144314.png

2026-05-05T12:43:25Z

Vic Gabriel:

File:Graetzlrad Startseite Header3-2560x1400.jpg

2026-05-05T12:38:39Z

Vic Gabriel: (c)Grätzlrad Wien

(c)Grätzlrad Wien

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2026-05-05T12:26:59Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Before/After Visualization |description=An AI-based tool for demonstrating and visualizing street redesigns. |hypothesis=Lack of vision by local and national politicians Stuck in behaviour habits |lock-in-layers=institutional, infrastructural, behavioural |lock-in-cluster=Personal and Social Beliefs, Attitudes, Perceived Experience & Evaluation, Political agency |tool-maturity-level=TML4 |link-information=https://bloomingcities.at/ |link-material=..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Before/After Visualization
|description=An AI-based tool for demonstrating and visualizing street redesigns.
|hypothesis=Lack of vision by local and national politicians
Stuck in behaviour habits
|lock-in-layers=institutional, infrastructural, behavioural
|lock-in-cluster=Personal and Social Beliefs, Attitudes, Perceived Experience & Evaluation, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML4
|link-information=https://bloomingcities.at/
|link-material=https://bloomingcities.at/
|effort-level=medium
|skill-level=medium
|spatial-context=street level
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local politicians, city politicians, residents of particular area, car drivers, media
|empowerment-strategy=shared communication of narratives
|lll=Vienna
|language=german
}}

Tools/45

2026-05-05T12:15:28Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=The Five Whys |description=The Five Whys is a simple yet powerful research method from human-centered design. Starting with a broad question about a person's habits or behaviours, you ask "why" five times in a row — not horizontally ("why else?") but vertically, going deeper with each answer until you uncover the emotional and human roots of a problem. The method takes only about 15 minutes, requires nothing more than pens and paper, and is desig..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=The Five Whys
|description=The Five Whys is a simple yet powerful research method from human-centered design. Starting with a broad question about a person's habits or behaviours, you ask "why" five times in a row — not horizontally ("why else?") but vertically, going deeper with each answer until you uncover the emotional and human roots of a problem. The method takes only about 15 minutes, requires nothing more than pens and paper, and is designed to get to the core of a person's beliefs and motivations.
|hypothesis=Stuck in Behaviour Habits

Behavioural lock-ins are rarely about what they appear to be on the surface. The Five Whys is specifically designed to move past surface-level explanations and reach these underlying drivers. Without this depth of understanding, interventions risk targeting the wrong problem.
|lock-in-layers=behavioural
|lock-in-cluster=Personal and Social Beliefs, Attitudes, Spatial Organisation
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.designkit.org/methods/the-five-whys.html
|link-material=https://www.designkit.org/methods/the-five-whys.html
|effort-level=very low
|skill-level=very low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local/district administration, local politicians, city administration, city politicians, residents of particular area, students, NGOs / local interest groups, private companies, schools/education, car drivers, employees at work
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation
|visualisation=DK FiveWhys transparent.png
|language=english
}}

File:DK FiveWhys transparent.png

2026-05-05T12:15:20Z

Vic Gabriel: (c)Design Kit

(c)Design Kit

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2026-05-05T12:09:36Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Gamification |description=Gamification is the application of game-design mechanics — such as points, rewards, competitions, challenges, and progress tracking — to non-game contexts in order to motivate behaviour change. In the context of urban sustainability and mobility, it turns everyday choices like taking public transport, cycling, or saving energy into visible, rewarding actions that feel meaningful and fun rather than obligatory. |hypothe..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Gamification
|description=Gamification is the application of game-design mechanics — such as points, rewards, competitions, challenges, and progress tracking — to non-game contexts in order to motivate behaviour change. In the context of urban sustainability and mobility, it turns everyday choices like taking public transport, cycling, or saving energy into visible, rewarding actions that feel meaningful and fun rather than obligatory.
|hypothesis=Stuck in behaviour habits

Gamification makes the alternative behaviour immediately rewarding, creates social pressure and competition, and builds new routines through repetition and positive reinforcement.
|lock-in-layers=behavioural
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits, Attitudes
|tool-maturity-level=TML3
|link-information=https://klima-taler.com/, https://www.wienerlinien.at/autowette
|link-material=https://klima-taler.com/, https://www.wienerlinien.at/autowette
|effort-level=high
|skill-level=high
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local/district administration, city administration, residents of particular area, NGOs / local interest groups, private companies, car drivers
|empowerment-strategy=shared public participation
|language=german, english
}}

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2026-05-05T11:56:55Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Crowd Funding |description=Crowdfunding — and specifically civic crowdfunding — is an approach where communities, individuals, and organizations collectively finance local public projects through online platforms, often in combination with contributions from municipalities, foundations, or companies. |hypothesis=When a project demonstrates grassroots financial support, it signals to governments and foundations that there is genuine demand, maki..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Crowd Funding
|description=Crowdfunding — and specifically civic crowdfunding — is an approach where communities, individuals, and organizations collectively finance local public projects through online platforms, often in combination with contributions from municipalities, foundations, or companies.
|hypothesis=When a project demonstrates grassroots financial support, it signals to governments and foundations that there is genuine demand, making it easier to unlock matching grants or co-funding. This combination of crowd capital and institutional backing is what makes civic crowdfunding particularly powerful as a tool against funding gaps.
|lock-in-layers=institutional, infrastructural
|lock-in-cluster=Economic investments
|tool-maturity-level=TML3
|link-information=https://www.spacehive.com
|link-material=https://www.spacehive.com
|effort-level=medium
|skill-level=high
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local/district administration, local politicians, city administration, city politicians, NGOs / local interest groups, private companies
|empowerment-strategy=shared public participation
|language=english
}}

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2026-05-05T10:32:22Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Baumbudget Graz / Tree Budget Graz |description=Baumbudget Graz is an innovative financing model introduced by the City of Graz to systematically fund the planting and maintenance of urban trees. It draws from three sources: compensation fees collected under the city's tree protection ordinance (which requires replanting or financial compensation when trees are removed), voluntary tree sponsorships open to individuals and companies, and project-spe..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Baumbudget Graz / Tree Budget Graz
|description=Baumbudget Graz is an innovative financing model introduced by the City of Graz to systematically fund the planting and maintenance of urban trees. It draws from three sources: compensation fees collected under the city's tree protection ordinance (which requires replanting or financial compensation when trees are removed), voluntary tree sponsorships open to individuals and companies, and project-specific budget approvals by the city council. Together, these streams create a dedicated financial pool that ensures greening efforts are not dependent on a single, uncertain budget line.
|hypothesis=Lack of Funding

Municipalities often struggle to prioritize tree planting when budgets are tight and responsibilities are fragmented. The Baumbudget directly addresses this lock-in by institutionalizing multiple, complementary revenue streams, making funding for greening more resilient and less vulnerable to political or fiscal fluctuations.
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Economic investments
|tool-maturity-level=TML2
|link-information=https://www.transformatorin.at/toolbox/baumbudget-graz-so-gelingt-die-finanzierung-fuer-mehr-gruen/
|link-material=https://www.transformatorin.at/toolbox/baumbudget-graz-so-gelingt-die-finanzierung-fuer-mehr-gruen/
|effort-level=very high
|skill-level=high
|spatial-context=city-wide
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, city administration, city politicians, private companies
|empowerment-strategy=shared public participation
|language=german
}}

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2026-05-05T10:26:31Z

Vic Gabriel:

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Centralized participation plattform
|description=On this platform, you will find the City of Vienna's participation projects. Here, you can exchange thoughts, gather ideas, and provide feedback on specific issues in dialogue with the city.
|hypothesis=A central participation plattform which is free to use for local administration / politicans makes it easier to run surveys with higher standards.
|lock-in-layers=institutional, behavioural
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits, Personal and Social Beliefs, Attitudes, Perceived Experience & Evaluation, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://mitgestalten.wien.gv.at/de-DE/
|link-material=https://mitgestalten.wien.gv.at/de-DE/, https://decidim.org/
|effort-level=low
|skill-level=low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=yes
|spatial-coverage=Vienna
|target-group=general public, residents of particular area, vulnerable groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation
|visualisation=Screenshot 2025-12-03 115702.png
|lll=Vienna
|language=German
}}

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2026-05-05T10:25:29Z

Vic Gabriel:

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Card Sort
|description=Card Sort is a simple yet powerful method for uncovering what matters most to your target audience. Participants rank a set of word or image cards by preference, quickly revealing key priorities and opening the door to deeper conversations about personal values and motivations.
|hypothesis=Lack of knowledge of local needs

On the one hand, the community’s wishes and priorities are gathered, which can help drive political will. On the other hand, residents engage more deeply with their own value systems.
|lock-in-layers=institutional, behavioural
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits, Personal and Social Beliefs, Attitudes, Governance incumbency, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.designkit.org/methods/card-sort.html
|link-material=https://www.designkit.org/methods/card-sort.html
|effort-level=low
|skill-level=low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local/district administration, local politicians, city administration, city politicians, residents of particular area, users of sustainable modes, car drivers
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation, shared public participation
|visualisation=0 Card sort 575x575.png
|language=english
}}

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2026-05-05T10:25:03Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Card Sort |description=Card Sort is a simple yet powerful method for uncovering what matters most to your target audience. Participants rank a set of word or image cards by preference, quickly revealing key priorities and opening the door to deeper conversations about personal values and motivations. |hypothesis=On the one hand, the community’s wishes and priorities are gathered, which can help drive political will. On the other hand, residents e..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Card Sort
|description=Card Sort is a simple yet powerful method for uncovering what matters most to your target audience. Participants rank a set of word or image cards by preference, quickly revealing key priorities and opening the door to deeper conversations about personal values and motivations.
|hypothesis=On the one hand, the community’s wishes and priorities are gathered, which can help drive political will. On the other hand, residents engage more deeply with their own value systems.
|lock-in-layers=institutional, behavioural
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits, Personal and Social Beliefs, Attitudes, Governance incumbency, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.designkit.org/methods/card-sort.html
|link-material=https://www.designkit.org/methods/card-sort.html
|effort-level=low
|skill-level=low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local/district administration, local politicians, city administration, city politicians, residents of particular area, users of sustainable modes, car drivers
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation, shared public participation
|visualisation=0 Card sort 575x575.png
|language=english
}}

File:0 Card sort 575x575.png

2026-05-05T10:24:54Z

Vic Gabriel: (c) Designkit.org

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2026-05-05T10:15:15Z

Vic Gabriel:

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Community Mapping
|description=A map-based engagement platform offers the benefits of easier identification of problem areas, low-barrier participation, and high transparency.
|hypothesis=Lack of knowledge of local needs
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits, Perceived Experience & Evaluation, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.maptionnaire.com/
|link-material=https://www.maptionnaire.com/, https://www.govocal.com/
|effort-level=medium
|skill-level=low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local/district administration, local politicians, city administration, city politicians, residents of particular area, NGOs / local interest groups, users of sustainable modes, car drivers
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation, shared public participation
|visualisation=6964a2d5fa20857409ce3bcb Copy of Home Page - design collect engage.png
|language=english
}}

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2026-05-05T10:13:58Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Community Mapping |description=A map-based engagement platform offers the benefits of easier identification of problem areas, low-barrier participation, and high transparency. |hypothesis=Lack of knowledge of local needs |lock-in-layers=institutional |lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits, Perceived Experience & Evaluation, Political agency |tool-maturity-level=TML5 |link-information=https://www.maptionnaire.com/ |link-material=http..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Community Mapping
|description=A map-based engagement platform offers the benefits of easier identification of problem areas, low-barrier participation, and high transparency.
|hypothesis=Lack of knowledge of local needs
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits, Perceived Experience & Evaluation, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.maptionnaire.com/
|link-material=https://www.maptionnaire.com/
|effort-level=medium
|skill-level=low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local/district administration, local politicians, city administration, city politicians, residents of particular area, NGOs / local interest groups, users of sustainable modes, car drivers
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation, shared public participation
|visualisation=6964a2d5fa20857409ce3bcb Copy of Home Page - design collect engage.png
|language=english
}}

File:6964a2d5fa20857409ce3bcb Copy of Home Page - design collect engage.png

2026-05-05T10:13:43Z

Vic Gabriel: (c)maptionnaire

(c)maptionnaire

File:Concept-of-public-survey-customer-review-rating-or-score-consumer-opinion-market-research-man-with-pencil-filling-out-paper-forms-or-asking-questions-in-questionnaire-flat-illustration-vector.jpg

2026-05-05T10:07:14Z

Vic Gabriel: (c)vecteezy

(c)vecteezy

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2026-04-30T12:56:00Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Futures Wheel |description=The Futures Wheel is a visual foresight and brainstorming tool invented by American futurist Jerome C. Glenn in 1971, designed to graphically map the primary, secondary, and tertiary consequences of a specific event, trend, or change using a circular diagram with concentric rings radiating from a central hub. The method works by placing a central change or issue at the core of the diagram — for example, a new policy..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Futures Wheel
|description=The Futures Wheel is a visual foresight and brainstorming tool invented by American futurist Jerome C. Glenn in 1971, designed to graphically map the primary, secondary, and tertiary consequences of a specific event, trend, or change using a circular diagram with concentric rings radiating from a central hub.

The method works by placing a central change or issue at the core of the diagram — for example, a new policy, a social trend, or a strategic decision — and then working outward in layers. The first ring captures direct, first-order consequences; from each of those, a second ring of second-order consequences is generated, and so on — surfacing implications beyond the immediate and obvious, and helping develop an understanding of causality through ripple effects.
|hypothesis=Lack of vision by local and national politicians
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Governance incumbency
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://knowledgeworks.org/resources/futures-thinking-now-futures-wheels/
|link-material=https://knowledgeworks.org/resources/futures-thinking-now-futures-wheels/
|effort-level=medium
|skill-level=medium
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=local/district administration, local politicians, city administration, city politicians
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation, shared communication of narratives
|visualisation=Futures-wheel-hi-res-1536x1372.png
|language=english
}}

File:Futures-wheel-hi-res-1536x1372.png

2026-04-30T12:55:24Z

Vic Gabriel: (c)knowledgeworks.org

(c)knowledgeworks.org

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2026-04-30T12:48:33Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Headlines from the future |description=A participatory activity to support aspirational goal setting, by imagining a more positive future. |hypothesis=Lack of vision by local and national politicians |lock-in-layers=institutional |lock-in-cluster=Governance incumbency, Political agency |tool-maturity-level=TML5 |link-information=https://www.designkit.org/methods/future-headlines.html |link-material=https://www.designkit.org/methods/future-headlines..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Headlines from the future
|description=A participatory activity to support aspirational goal setting, by imagining a more positive future.
|hypothesis=Lack of vision by local and national politicians
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Governance incumbency, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.designkit.org/methods/future-headlines.html
|link-material=https://www.designkit.org/methods/future-headlines.html
|effort-level=very low
|skill-level=very low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local/district administration, local politicians, city administration, city politicians, residents of particular area, NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared communication of narratives
|visualisation=Transparent-future-headline.png
|language=english
}}

File:Transparent-future-headline.png

2026-04-30T12:48:25Z

Vic Gabriel:

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2026-04-30T12:42:07Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Align on Your Impact Goals |description=Get crystal clear on the change you want to achieve, in the near-term and long-term. |hypothesis=Diverse Interests |lock-in-layers=institutional |lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits |tool-maturity-level=TML5 |link-information=https://www.designkit.org/methods/align-on-your-impact-goals.html |link-material=https://www.designkit.org/methods/align-on-your-impact-goals.html |effort-level=low |sk..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Align on Your Impact Goals
|description=Get crystal clear on the change you want to achieve, in the near-term and long-term.
|hypothesis=Diverse Interests
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.designkit.org/methods/align-on-your-impact-goals.html
|link-material=https://www.designkit.org/methods/align-on-your-impact-goals.html
|effort-level=low
|skill-level=medium
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared public participation
|language=english
}}

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2026-04-30T12:38:47Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Sociocracy |description=Sociocracy is a governance and decision-making method designed to enable self-organization in groups and organizations without traditional top-down authority. Rather than relying on majority votes or hierarchical decisions, sociocracy is based on the consent principle: a decision is valid as soon as no member of the circle has a serious, well-founded objection — meaning arguments count, not the number of votes. |hypothesis..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Sociocracy
|description=Sociocracy is a governance and decision-making method designed to enable self-organization in groups and organizations without traditional top-down authority. Rather than relying on majority votes or hierarchical decisions, sociocracy is based on the consent principle: a decision is valid as soon as no member of the circle has a serious, well-founded objection — meaning arguments count, not the number of votes.
|hypothesis=For grassroots civil society initiatives, sociocracy offers a practical framework for making collective decisions that everyone can genuinely support, distributing responsibility across the group, and building a culture of equal participation — without falling into the inefficiencies of either pure consensus or informal power dynamics.
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.sociocracyforall.org/
|link-material=https://www.sociocracyforall.org/
|effort-level=low
|skill-level=medium
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation
|language=english
}}

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2026-04-30T12:31:47Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Emo-Plenum |description=The Emo-Plenum is a structured group format that creates dedicated space for emotions and interpersonal dynamics within a collective or initiative — separate from task-oriented or decision-making meetings. Rather than pushing emotions to the margins of group life, the Emo-Plenum treats them as essential information: a signal about the health, motivation, and tensions within the group. In a typical Emo-Plenum, participan..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Emo-Plenum
|description=The Emo-Plenum is a structured group format that creates dedicated space for emotions and interpersonal dynamics within a collective or initiative — separate from task-oriented or decision-making meetings. Rather than pushing emotions to the margins of group life, the Emo-Plenum treats them as essential information: a signal about the health, motivation, and tensions within the group.

In a typical Emo-Plenum, participants are invited to share how they are feeling about the group's work, its relationships, and its internal dynamics — without the pressure of having to solve anything immediately. The format encourages honest expression of frustration, enthusiasm, doubt, or conflict, and gives the group a chance to acknowledge these realities collectively.
|hypothesis=The Emo-Plenum builds emotional awareness and mindfulness within the group; it makes hidden tensions and group dynamics visible before they become serious conflicts; and it strengthens motivation and a sense of belonging by ensuring that each member feels seen and heard
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits
|tool-maturity-level=TML3
|link-information=-
|link-material=-
|effort-level=very low
|skill-level=medium
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation
|language=english
}}

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2026-04-30T12:28:05Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Task & Maintenance: What Makes Groups Work? |description=This tool is a quick, easy tool that is effective at helping groups understand the different roles in making groups work: different leadership skills. |hypothesis=Helps the lack of endurance and unity (within the group) during long processes. |lock-in-layers=institutional |lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits |tool-maturity-level=TML5 |link-information=https://www.trainingfor..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Task & Maintenance: What Makes Groups Work?
|description=This tool is a quick, easy tool that is effective at helping groups understand the different roles in making groups work: different leadership skills.
|hypothesis=Helps the lack of endurance and unity (within the group) during long processes.
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.trainingforchange.org/training_tools/task-maintenance-what-makes-groups-work/
|link-material=https://www.trainingforchange.org/training_tools/task-maintenance-what-makes-groups-work/
|effort-level=very low
|skill-level=very low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation, shared public participation
|language=english
}}

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2026-04-30T12:17:11Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Public Engagement Onion |description=The Public Engagement Onion is a visual framework originally developed by the Wellcome Trust that maps the different levels and forms of public engagement — from broad, one-directional communication to deep, two-way collaboration. Like the layers of an onion, the model moves from the outside in: the outer layers represent activities such as broadcasting information or raising awareness, where the engagement i..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Public Engagement Onion
|description=The Public Engagement Onion is a visual framework originally developed by the Wellcome Trust that maps the different levels and forms of public engagement — from broad, one-directional communication to deep, two-way collaboration.
Like the layers of an onion, the model moves from the outside in: the outer layers represent activities such as broadcasting information or raising awareness, where the engagement is relatively wide-reaching but shallow. Moving toward the center, activities become more interactive and participatory, culminating in shared decision-making and co-creation at the core.
|hypothesis=The model helps organizations and initiatives reflect on the nature and depth of their engagement: Are we simply informing people? Are we consulting them to gain new perspectives? Or are we genuinely collaborating — involving the public as active partners in shaping decisions, directions, or outcomes?
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.mpls.ox.ac.uk/public-engagement/what-is-public-engagement
|link-material=https://www.mpls.ox.ac.uk/public-engagement/what-is-public-engagement
|effort-level=low
|skill-level=low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared public participation
|visualisation=Engagement-onion.png
|language=english
}}

File:Engagement-onion.png

2026-04-30T12:14:54Z

Vic Gabriel: The Public Engagement ‘Onion’, developed by the Wellcome Trust

The Public Engagement ‘Onion’, developed by the Wellcome Trust

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2026-04-30T12:12:57Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Trello: a shared digital ToDo-List |description=A visually appealing and easy-to-use tool that enables groups to organize projects, assign tasks, set deadlines, and track progress collaboratively. |hypothesis=By making tasks visible to everyone, transparency is ensured and tasks are distributed more effectively. There is less risk that tasks, knowledge, and power will become concentrated in the hands of a single person. |lock-in-layers=institutiona..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Trello: a shared digital ToDo-List
|description=A visually appealing and easy-to-use tool that enables groups to organize projects, assign tasks, set deadlines, and track progress collaboratively.
|hypothesis=By making tasks visible to everyone, transparency is ensured and tasks are distributed more effectively. There is less risk that tasks, knowledge, and power will become concentrated in the hands of a single person.
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://trello.com/
|link-material=https://trello.com/
|effort-level=low
|skill-level=low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation
|visualisation=TrelloBoard ProcessTracking Onboarding 2x.png
|language=english
}}

File:TrelloBoard ProcessTracking Onboarding 2x.png

2026-04-30T12:12:50Z

Vic Gabriel: (c)Trello

(c)Trello

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2026-04-30T12:05:41Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Slack: a Communication & Organization Tool |description=Slack A versatile communication platform with dedicated channels for different projects and teams, keeping discussions focused and easily searchable. It integrates with numerous third-party applications, allowing groups to centralize their work from a single platform. |hypothesis=Effective group communication is the backbone of any civil society initiative. The right tool helps teams stay ali..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Slack: a Communication & Organization Tool
|description=Slack
A versatile communication platform with dedicated channels for different projects and teams, keeping discussions focused and easily searchable. It integrates with numerous third-party applications, allowing groups to centralize their work from a single platform.
|hypothesis=Effective group communication is the backbone of any civil society initiative. The right tool helps teams stay aligned, coordinate tasks, and keep volunteers engaged — without overwhelming anyone.
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=slack.com
|link-material=https://slack.com/intl/de-de/
|effort-level=medium
|skill-level=medium
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation
|visualisation=Slack-Logo.png
|language=english, deutsch
}}

File:Slack-Logo.png

2026-04-30T12:04:28Z

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2026-04-30T12:00:02Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Onboarding Framework |description=The Onboarding Framework is a structured yet flexible tool designed to help grassroots civil society initiatives welcome and integrate new volunteers with as little friction as possible. The framework helps initiatives answer three core questions: What does a new volunteer need to know, feel, and do to get started? Where do their skills and interests fit best? And how can the organization make that first step f..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Onboarding Framework
|description=The Onboarding Framework is a structured yet flexible tool designed to help grassroots civil society initiatives welcome and integrate new volunteers with as little friction as possible.

The framework helps initiatives answer three core questions: What does a new volunteer need to know, feel, and do to get started? Where do their skills and interests fit best? And how can the organization make that first step feel easy, welcoming, and worthwhile?
By providing a clear path from curiosity to commitment, the Onboarding Framework reduces dropout at the earliest stage, builds a sense of belonging from day one, and ensures that volunteer energy is channeled effectively — strengthening the initiative's capacity from the bottom up.
|hypothesis=It guides first-time participants step by step — from their very first moment of interest to their first meaningful contribution — ensuring that no one falls through the cracks simply because the entry point felt unclear or overwhelming.
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.volunteermatters.com/blog/volunteer-onboarding
|link-material=https://www.volunteermatters.com/blog/volunteer-onboarding
|effort-level=medium
|skill-level=very low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation
|language=english
}}

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2026-04-30T11:45:06Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Power Mapping |description=Power Mapping is a visual method for strategically analyzing actors, relationships, and dynamics of influence. It helps identify the right target individuals or institutions — those who actually have the authority to make or shape decisions — and reveals through which pathways and allies one can gain access to them or build pressure on them. |hypothesis=Power Mapping strengthens strategic planning, fosters effective a..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Power Mapping
|description=Power Mapping is a visual method for strategically analyzing actors, relationships, and dynamics of influence. It helps identify the right target individuals or institutions — those who actually have the authority to make or shape decisions — and reveals through which pathways and allies one can gain access to them or build pressure on them.
|hypothesis=Power Mapping strengthens strategic planning, fosters effective alliances, and increases the political relevance of one's actions — by making visible where your own expertise and engagement can have the greatest impact.
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Governance incumbency, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.ucs.org/sites/default/files/attach/2018/07/SN_Toolkit_Power_Mapping_Your_Way_to_Success.pdf
|link-material=https://www.ucs.org/sites/default/files/attach/2018/07/SN_Toolkit_Power_Mapping_Your_Way_to_Success.pdf
|effort-level=low
|skill-level=very low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=NGOs / local interest groups, schools/education
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation
|visualisation=Power-Mapping-1.jpg
|tool-objectives=-
|language=english
}}

File:Power-Mapping-1.jpg

2026-04-30T11:44:14Z

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2026-02-09T09:54:34Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=crosswalk action |description=During the crosswalk campaign, crosswalks were temporarily painted in places where there were none, and people were able to use them. |hypothesis=On the one hand, powerful images were created for political decision-makers. On the other hand, pedestrians were involved in the campaign and politicized. |lock-in-layers=infrastructural |lock-in-cluster=Spatial Organisation, Transport infrastructure and street design |tool-m..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=crosswalk action
|description=During the crosswalk campaign, crosswalks were temporarily painted in places where there were none, and people were able to use them.
|hypothesis=On the one hand, powerful images were created for political decision-makers. On the other hand, pedestrians were involved in the campaign and politicized.
|lock-in-layers=infrastructural
|lock-in-cluster=Spatial Organisation, Transport infrastructure and street design
|tool-maturity-level=TML3
|link-information=https://platzfuer.wien/aktionen/
|link-material=https://platzfuer.wien/aktionen/
|effort-level=high
|skill-level=low
|spatial-context=street level
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local/district administration, local politicians, city administration, city politicians, residents of particular area, NGOs / local interest groups, car drivers, children, employees at work
|empowerment-strategy=shared public participation
|visualisation=118767908 171947154395899 7653236566665272061 o.jpg
|lll=Vienna
|language=german
}}

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2026-02-09T09:44:25Z

Vic Gabriel:

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2026-02-09T09:42:00Z

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2026-02-09T09:29:08Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Joint Survey |description=Initiatives, together with political decision-makers, survey the public about the initiative and its demands. |hypothesis=On the one hand, this creates a picture of acceptance of the initiative's demands. On the other hand, cooperation with politicians creates a stronger sense of responsibility on the part of political decision-makers. |lock-in-layers=institutional, behavioural |lock-in-cluster=Perceived Experience & Evalu..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Joint Survey
|description=Initiatives, together with political decision-makers, survey the public about the initiative and its demands.
|hypothesis=On the one hand, this creates a picture of acceptance of the initiative's demands. On the other hand, cooperation with politicians creates a stronger sense of responsibility on the part of political decision-makers.
|lock-in-layers=institutional, behavioural
|lock-in-cluster=Perceived Experience & Evaluation, Governance incumbency, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML3
|link-information=LLL One16 in Vienna
|link-material=-
|effort-level=high
|skill-level=medium
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local/district administration, local politicians, city politicians, residents of particular area, NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation, shared communication of narratives, shared public participation
|lll=Vienna
|language=german
}}

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2026-02-09T09:23:31Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Reflection of internal power relations |description=Methods such as reflection rounds on internal power dynamics reveal suppressed feelings within the group and allow roles to be redefined. This helps to break entrenched patterns. |hypothesis=Involved individuals can lead to power (e.g., in the form of knowledge or responsibility) remaining concentrated in groups, leaving other or new individuals with little opportunity to participate. If this powe..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Reflection of internal power relations
|description=Methods such as reflection rounds on internal power dynamics reveal suppressed feelings within the group and allow roles to be redefined. This helps to break entrenched patterns.
|hypothesis=Involved individuals can lead to power (e.g., in the form of knowledge or responsibility) remaining concentrated in groups, leaving other or new individuals with little opportunity to participate. If this power dynamic is broken, the group can distribute resources more effectively and become stronger through cooperation.
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Governance incumbency
|tool-maturity-level=TML3
|link-information=-
|link-material=-
|effort-level=low
|skill-level=medium
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation
|lll=Vienna
|language=german
}}

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2026-01-29T15:36:44Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Bikebus |description=Bikebus is an organized bicycle group for children who cycle safely to school together with accompanying adults. Like a school bus, only by bicycle. |hypothesis=From an early age, children learn to use active mobility in their everyday lives and are safely accompanied in doing so. |lock-in-layers=behavioural |lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits |tool-maturity-level=TML5 |link-information=https://www.bike-bus.a..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Bikebus
|description=Bikebus is an organized bicycle group for children who cycle safely to school together with accompanying adults. Like a school bus, only by bicycle.
|hypothesis=From an early age, children learn to use active mobility in their everyday lives and are safely accompanied in doing so.
|lock-in-layers=behavioural
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits
|tool-maturity-level=TML5
|link-information=https://www.bike-bus.at/
|link-material=https://www.bike-bus.at/
|effort-level=medium
|skill-level=low
|spatial-context=neighbourhood
|spatial-limitation=yes
|spatial-coverage=The distance kids can cycle, low gradient
|target-group=residents of particular area, students, schools/education
|empowerment-strategy=shared public participation
|visualisation=Bikebus.png
|lll=Vienna
|language=german
}}

File:Bikebus.png

2026-01-29T15:36:35Z

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2026-01-29T15:31:30Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Placemobil - Tactical Urbanism |description=The Place Mobil is a cargo bike that takes up two parking spaces when unfolded. However, as it is officially classified as a bicycle, it can be parked anywhere in public spaces (including parking lots) free of charge and legally. |hypothesis=The Place Mobile shows what is possible with creativity and tactical urbanism and conveys an idea of how parking spaces can be used differently. |lock-in-layers=infra..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Placemobil - Tactical Urbanism
|description=The Place Mobil is a cargo bike that takes up two parking spaces when unfolded. However, as it is officially classified as a bicycle, it can be parked anywhere in public spaces (including parking lots) free of charge and legally.
|hypothesis=The Place Mobile shows what is possible with creativity and tactical urbanism and conveys an idea of how parking spaces can be used differently.
|lock-in-layers=infrastructural
|lock-in-cluster=Spatial Organisation, Transport infrastructure and street design
|tool-maturity-level=TML1
|link-information=https://platzfuer.wien/aktionen/
|link-material=https://platzfuer.wien/aktionen/
|effort-level=high
|skill-level=high
|spatial-context=street level
|spatial-limitation=yes
|spatial-coverage=Size of maximum two parking lots.
|target-group=general public, NGOs / local interest groups, visitors
|empowerment-strategy=shared public participation
|visualisation=Platzmobil liest crop DSCF0109.jpg
|lll=Vienna
|language=german
}}

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2026-01-29T15:27:49Z

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2026-01-29T15:20:00Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Scientific evidence for specific demands |description=Initiatives are specifying their demands and backing them up with scientific findings (e.g., demand for 50 km of bicycle lanes by 2030). |hypothesis=On the one hand, it is important that the demands are specific so that people can understand what they mean. On the other hand, politicians need a scientific basis in order to be able to respond to demands. |lock-in-layers=institutional |lock-in-clu..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Scientific evidence for specific demands
|description=Initiatives are specifying their demands and backing them up with scientific findings (e.g., demand for 50 km of bicycle lanes by 2030).
|hypothesis=On the one hand, it is important that the demands are specific so that people can understand what they mean. On the other hand, politicians need a scientific basis in order to be able to respond to demands.
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Perceived Experience & Evaluation, Governance incumbency, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML2
|link-information=https://platzfuer.wien/forderungen/
|link-material=https://platzfuer.wien/forderungen/
|effort-level=high
|skill-level=high
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=NGOs / local interest groups, schools/education
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation
|visualisation=DSC0645-scaled.jpg
|lll=Vienna
|language=german
}}

File:DSC0645-scaled.jpg

2026-01-29T15:19:48Z

Vic Gabriel:

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2026-01-29T15:13:31Z

Vic Gabriel:

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2026-01-29T15:09:03Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Campaign plan |description=Campaign plans structure when content is published and actions take place, and in the best case scenario, they are coordinated with political windows of opportunity (e.g., elections). |hypothesis=Campaign plans provide structure and enable better use of politically relevant dynamics. |lock-in-layers=institutional |lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits, Political agency |tool-maturity-level=TML3 |link-infor..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Campaign plan
|description=Campaign plans structure when content is published and actions take place, and in the best case scenario, they are coordinated with political windows of opportunity (e.g., elections).
|hypothesis=Campaign plans provide structure and enable better use of politically relevant dynamics.
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML3
|link-information=https://kreaktivismus.org/howtos/aktionsformen/anmeldeplichtige-aktionen/kampagnenarbeit/
|link-material=https://kreaktivismus.org/howtos/aktionsformen/anmeldeplichtige-aktionen/kampagnenarbeit/
|effort-level=low
|skill-level=medium
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared knowledge generation
|lll=Vienna
|language=german
}}

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2026-01-29T14:41:16Z

Vic Gabriel: Created page with "{{semorg-toolbox |name=Window Banner |description=Initiatives use window banners to communicate their demands to the public. This creates visibility and helps the initiative grow, encouraging more and more people to join the cause and the banner campaign. |hypothesis=The initiative's demands become visible in the urban landscape, especially when many people participate. This also attracts attention and puts pressure on politicians. |lock-in-layers=institutional |lock-in-..."

{{semorg-toolbox
|name=Window Banner
|description=Initiatives use window banners to communicate their demands to the public. This creates visibility and helps the initiative grow, encouraging more and more people to join the cause and the banner campaign.
|hypothesis=The initiative's demands become visible in the urban landscape, especially when many people participate. This also attracts attention and puts pressure on politicians.
|lock-in-layers=institutional
|lock-in-cluster=Governance incumbency, Political agency
|tool-maturity-level=TML4
|link-information=https://guertelliebe.at/banner/
|link-material=https://guertelliebe.at/banner/
|effort-level=very low
|skill-level=very low
|spatial-context=flexible
|spatial-limitation=no
|target-group=general public, local politicians, city politicians, residents of particular area, NGOs / local interest groups
|empowerment-strategy=shared public participation
|visualisation=Banner.jpg
|lll=Vienna
|language=german
}}

File:Banner.jpg

2026-01-29T14:40:51Z

Vic Gabriel: