In the first period, the association will be led by a coordination group representing the Norwegian and other Nordic networks and research communities in the field. After the first period, a new coordination group will be elected by the organization members. Members should participate in debates and help make their views known through the newsletter. All issues that needs voting must be presented for members through the newsletter. The coordination group must arrange a vote if a substantial minority of members wants it.
Voting is based on individual membership.
Democratic processes in the organization however should seek a balance based on member organizations and various countries' and regions' rights, as well as the rights of individual members, and the voting system may be revised for this purpose. In exceptional instances, where the member organization or individual clearly breaks with the association platform, the membership can be withdrawn. If there is any disagreement, such decisions must be affirmed through voting. The organisation's elected bodies work for free, but can have their travel expenses covered within strict limits. The practical organizational work primarily should be financed through national or international research funding, and only from members' pockets if absolutely necessary.