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Be a Scribe

Makes collective learning visible.


Purpose

The scribe records the circle’s process so it can be remembered, questioned, and built upon.
They capture what happened — not interpretations, not judgments — turning experience into collective knowledge.


Duties

  • Maintain session notes and circle documentation
  • Collect attendance and key reflections
  • Record decisions or concernments neutrally
  • Support transparency and continuity between meetings
  • Upload or archive documentation after each session

Checklist

Before the Session

  • [ ] Prepare note template or document
  • [ ] Confirm access to shared storage
  • [ ] Know today’s facilitator and purpose (practice / review / discernment)

During the Session

  • [ ] Note date, participants, and session type
  • [ ] Record observations or summaries factually
  • [ ] Capture decisions using agreed format (if any)
  • [ ] Avoid paraphrasing or personal commentary

After the Session

  • [ ] Clean and finalize notes within 24 hours
  • [ ] Upload to shared folder (or repository)
  • [ ] Notify members when notes are available
  • [ ] Add follow-up items to agenda if needed

Rotation & Integrity

The scribe’s work is collective memory.
Rotate the role regularly to balance responsibility and build shared literacy in documentation.