The Somatic Commons Initiative: White Paper (v1.0)

OSF Preprints (OSF Preprints) 2026 Preprint

Authors: Chloe Elise Felder
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Abstract

A descriptive clarification of non-instrumental civic field conditions named by the Somatic Commons Initiative. This paper outlines the structural features of SCI, including non-instrumentality, spatial non-organization, material neutrality, relational and perceptual absence, institutional non-integration, and field invariance. SCI is descriptive, not functional; it names a civic configuration without program, service, or intervention.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Social Sciences and Governance Contemporary Sociological Theory and Practice Public Policy and Administration Research

Publication details

Journal / source
OSF Preprints (OSF Preprints)
Publication date
18 January 2026
Document type
Preprint