# Create a local chapter ## What is a local chapter? A local chapter is a local group of XR, e.g. on a neighbourhood, city or regional level. The goal of a local chapter is to create local presence all around the world for rebels to meet and organise actions of civil disobedience for the climate. Local chapters are much more accessible for neighbours and friends than a chapter on a national level. Since neighbourhoods or cities can have climate related problems specific for certain areas, XR-actions addressed to these local issues can create a shared, very close to home goal. They contribute highly to a sense of community. Local actions, organized by local rebels and citizens, can therefore be very effective. Every group operates autonomously and connects with other local, national or international groups at will and when needed. There is no hierarchy. ## Who can create a local chapter? All are welcome who want to adhere to [our principles and values](https://github.com/extinctionrebellion/extinctionrebellion/blob/master/principles.md). ## Links * [How to start a local group](https://rebellion.earth/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/How-to-start-a-local-Extinction-Rebellion-group.pdf) (PDF) --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://extinctionrebellion.gitbook.io/docs/untitled.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.