chapter
incubator
bringing oikos to your university
The Chapter Incubator supports students in starting a new oikos chapter by developing the essential skills needed to build an impact-driven organization and community within their university. Students learn how to identify opportunities for change on their campus, bring together a committed team, articulate a shared purpose, and design initiatives that respond to the needs and dynamics of the context they are in. Throughout the program, they explore how universities function as systems, practice collaborative decision-making, and gain hands-on experience in turning ideas into impactful action. The Incubator equips students to create something that lasts: an engaged chapter with the confidence, clarity, and structure to begin shaping positive change in their learning environment.
oikos International is a network of chapters that engages students worldwide into meaningful action. Our student members organize in local chapters to drive change on their campuses. The wealth of knowledge and experiences that other members and alumni bring fosters both personal and organizational growth. We recently created the ‘Start a new Chapter’ workshop, the first of its kind, which is set to initiate a more streamlined process for creating new oikos chapters and expanding our network to new universities worldwide.
starting an oikos chapter
Why join the oikos Network?
If you are a student looking to join this network and bring oikos to your university, the number one thing you need is motivation! It’s something shared with all oikos students: you want to not only see the change on your campus, but are also prepared to take on the role of a change agent! That means being ready to take action, to be the catalyst, reach out and team up with those who share your vision, and make a collective move towards it.
This vision is what brings together the passion that responsible leadership can channel into actions that create purposeful work towards making the change possible. Whether you know a group of students who share your passion or wish to connect with them, starting a local oikos chapter is a great starting point on a journey filled with meaningful actions, blossoming friendships, and personal growth.
The first steps of a learning experience
We created the workshop as the first step to turn your motivation into action. You don’t need any prior experience or knowledge – this is a learning process from the very start! Within our role as stewards of oikos student community, we provide guidance through mentorship, resources, and knowledge sharing, helping you take further actionable steps. As an aspiring oikee, you’ll have easy access to our know-how and the oikos International team to support you along the way.
The refined application process creates a clear and navigable timeline for completing the required steps. This includes planning and execution of a new association at your university within two months following the initial workshop. Opening an oikos chapter is a valuable learning experience in itself. You can pick up experience in governance, recruitment, communication, and stakeholder engagement, while connecting and collaborating with like-minded peers from other universities.
Our network is always open
We eagerly embrace all students with a vision and motivation to join us as we drive change across universities within our network! If you missed this workshop, don’t worry, we will host more regularly in the future. To join the next one, keep an eye on our website and social media, subscribe to our newsletter, or reach out, and we will let you know about it in due time!
join an existing oikos chapter
oikos International network spans four continents with active chapters at 40 universities worldwide. Get to know our chapters and engage with an active chapter at your university by becoming a member and joining the projects driving impact on local level.
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