Core participants in the Network Nations Alliance with voice in governance and access to community resources.
## Purpose
Members form the democratic base of the Network nations Alliance — individuals and organizations aligned with our purpose who participate in collective sense-making, contribute to activities, and shape the direction of the movement.
## Criteria
- Demonstrated interest in Network Nations concept
- Alignment with Alliance values and purpose
- Commitment to participation ethics
- Individuals or organizations welcome
## Responsibilities
**Participation:** Engage in Alliance Assembly gatherings, contribute to discussions, participate in activities
**Community:** Uphold participation ethics, support fellow members, contribute to healthy culture
**Governance:** Participate in decision-making processes, provide input on proposals, vote when called upon
## Benefits
| Category | Access |
|----------|--------|
| **Governance** | Voice in Alliance Assembly, proposal rights, voting participation |
| **Community** | Telegram channels, gatherings, activities, peer connections |
| **Resources** | Network Nations Index, Member Directory, Notion workspace |
## Term and Accountability
- **Term:** Ongoing while meeting participation expectations
- **Review:** Annual participation verification
- **Expectations:** Participate in at least one Alliance Assembly per year, uphold participation ethics
- **Transition:** Members not meeting minimums may be contacted for re-engagement or graceful departure
## Governing Protocols
- [[Membership Protocol]]
- [[Alliance Assembly Protocol]]
- [[Member Protocol]]