Structure
The organization works under a democratic model. Leaders are elected under national and local elections, which take place every year or every two years. Decisions are also voted if a consensus is not possible.
The Quercus headquarters is located in Lisbon, Portugal, but there's other structures and projects located outside Lisbon.
Local groups are called Núcleos. Quercus has 20 local groups in almost every region in Portugal.
Projects are other type of structures that have very specific objectives. For example Ecocasa gives information about environment friendly houses, and 3 animal hospitals take care of wounded wild animals.
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