# Structure & Roles

The heart and the muscles of our organisation are the interconnected circles of collaborating [Working Groups and Local Chapters](https://handbook.designingforchildrensrights.org/working-groups-local-chapters).  

**There are three different ways to be part of our community:** 

Audience – a person who is part of the community, may follow the activities or join events.

Contributor – a person who contributes to D4CR's work and mission, but is not a member of the formal association.

[Supporting Member](https://handbook.designingforchildrensrights.org/structure/supporting-members) – believes in the D4CR's mission and supports it with a recurring yearly membership fee. Has a voting right in the General Assembly. Can apply to the Expert panel, can lead Local Chapters or Working groups, and can join the Steering Group or the Board. \
[\
Steering Group Member or Board Member](https://handbook.designingforchildrensrights.org/structure/steering-group-members) – are Supporting members with active participation that guards the mission of the organisation.