Social tech, as defined by Daniel Schmachtenberger, refers to the systems, practices, and technologies designed to enhance human social interaction and collective problem-solving. It encompasses tools and methodologies that facilitate more effective communication, collaboration, and organization within communities and societies. This includes everything from governance structures and decision-making frameworks to conflict resolution mechanisms and educational platforms. By leveraging social tech, we aim to cultivate higher levels of empathy, understanding, and cooperation, allowing us to address complex, multi-dimensional challenges more holistically. At its core, social tech is about creating the conditions for more harmonious and resilient social ecosystems, enabling humans to realize their full collaborative potential in service of both individual and collective well-being.
See also: social media, collective intelligence, collective action, complexity science, decision making