Beginner's Guide to Using Discord for Organizers
How to Set Up, Structure, and Use Discord for Effective Group Organizing
1. What is Discord?
Discord is a free communication platform that supports text, voice, and video. Originally built for gamers, it's now widely used by communities and organizers to coordinate work and host discussions in real time.
2. Setting Up Your Discord Server
- Create a server: Click the '+' icon in the Discord sidebar and follow the prompts.
- Name your server: Choose something clear and relevant.
- Add channels: Use text and voice channels for different topics and tasks.
Tip: Use categories (e.g. "General", "Campaigns", "Comms") to keep things organized.
3. Roles and Permissions
Create roles to manage access and responsibilities. Examples include:
- Organizer – Full access to manage channels and roles.
- Member – Access to discussion channels.
- Guest – Limited access for drop-in events.
4. Best Practices for Organizing
- Pin important messages so they’re easy to find.
- Use voice/video rooms for quick meetings.
- Set community guidelines and enforce them consistently.
- Encourage members to set notification preferences.
5. Safety and Privacy
Security is key. Be mindful of:
- Setting channel permissions carefully.
- Using private channels for sensitive topics.
- Turning on 2-Factor Authentication (2FA).
- Monitoring and moderating conversations respectfully.
6. Helpful Tools & Bots
Bots can help with moderation and productivity. Try: