Naturalistic Humanist communities should not be hierarchal — power and authority should not be concentrated in individuals but shared by the group. It is appropriate to rely on expertise when it is needed and responsibilities should be assigned to those who can accomplish what is required, but no individual should be elevated as more deserving of respect and deference than anyone else. Local leadership will require persons who are intelligent, knowledgeable, self-aware, empathetic, caring and sensitive. Leaders will also be need to be warm, gregarious, encouraging, and able to make people feel welcomed and appreciated. In addition to designated facilitators, leadership of community groups will come directly from participants. Peer leadership is beneficial both to the group and to those playing leadership roles. A wide variety of participants may contribute in unexpected ways. By being open to peer contributors Naturalistic Humanist community groups will benefit from all of its participants, and participants will experience making a significant contribution.