Group Structure

This guide outlines the recommended organizational structure for Distributed Chaos groups while maintaining our principles of minimal hierarchy and maximum flexibility.

Basic Structure

Core Team

  • Shared decision-making
  • Focus on facilitation
  • Minimal bureaucracy

Roles

  1. Community Facilitator

    • Event coordination
    • Communication flow
    • Conflict resolution
    • Community wellbeing

  2. Resource Coordinator

    • Space management
    • Tool maintenance
    • Resource sharing
    • Inventory tracking

Organizational Patterns

Small Groups (5-15 members)

  • Informal structure
  • Direct communication
  • Shared responsibilities
  • Project-based organization
  • Regular meetups

Medium Groups (15-50 members)

  • Basic role distribution
  • Working groups
  • Project teams
  • Communication channels
  • Regular events

Large Groups (50+ members)

  • Multiple working groups
  • Specialized teams
  • Documented processes
  • Clear communication paths
  • Regular coordination