Family Cell Roles: Find Your Place
Structured Roles That Create Genuine Family Dynamics
Members can apply for specific roles within their Family Cell, creating the structure and support of a real extended family.
What Are Family Cell Roles?
Just like in a real family, Family Cells have roles that provide structure, responsibility, and belonging. Members can apply to hold specific roles - Parent, Child, Sibling, Cousin, Uncle/Aunt, Grandparent, or Neighbor. Each role comes with specific responsibilities and expectations that help the Cell function like a genuine extended family.
The 7 Core Roles
Parent (Mother/Father)
Primary caregivers and decision-makers. Parents provide guidance, wisdom, and stability. They mentor others, offer emotional support, and help resolve conflicts. Limited to 2-3 per Cell.
Grandparent (Grandfather/Grandmother)
Elder wisdom and perspective. Grandparents share life experience, provide historical context, and offer unconditional support. They're the Cell's anchors of tradition and values.
Uncle/Aunt
Secondary support and mentorship. Uncles and Aunts provide alternative perspectives, offer specialized skills, and support Parents in caregiving roles.
Sibling
Peer support and companionship. Siblings are equals who support each other through life's challenges. They share experiences, collaborate on projects, and build deep friendships.
Cousin
Extended peer network. Cousins provide additional community connections, bring fresh perspectives, and expand the support network beyond core family roles.
Child
Learning and growth focused. Children are newer members or those learning the ropes. They receive mentorship, develop skills, and contribute their unique energy and fresh perspectives.
Neighbor
Community connector. Neighbors maintain connections with adjacent Cells, facilitate inter-Cell collaboration, and help integrate new members into the broader OneFamily network.
How Roles Work
1. Apply for a Role
After being active for 3+ months with balanced reciprocity, members can apply for roles through the app. Write a brief motivation explaining why you want the role.
2. Community Endorsement
Your Host and 3 high-ranking members review your application. They consider your participation, Reciprocity Score, and fit for the role.
3. Host Approval
The Host makes the final decision, considering Cell capacity (roles are limited by Ideal Cell Size formula) and community feedback.
4. Fulfill Your Role
Log role-specific actions weekly. Receive peer feedback. Maintain a Role Performance Score (RPS) above 0.6 to continue in the role.
Why Roles Matter
Clear Structure
Roles provide clear expectations and responsibilities, making it easier to know how to contribute to your Cell.
Deep Belonging
Having a specific role creates genuine family-like connection. You're not just a member - you're a Parent, Grandparent, or Sibling.
Positive Accountability
Role Performance Scores and peer feedback help you grow while ensuring quality support for the whole Cell.
Personal Growth
Holding a role develops leadership, empathy, and community-building skills. Roles help you become your best self.
Role Performance System
Role holders log weekly actions and receive peer feedback. Your Role Performance Score (RPS) is calculated as a weighted rolling average on a 0.0-1.0 scale.
Performance Threshold
Members with RPS below 0.6 enter mandatory remediation: complete self-development courses, receive mentoring, and work to improve. The system supports growth, not punishment.
Support System
Struggling with your role? The Host and Cell provide mentorship, training, and resources to help you succeed. Everyone wants you to thrive.
Find Your Role in a Family Cell
Join a Family Cell and discover how roles create genuine family-like belonging
Join Waitlist