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How are spaces organized in myAO 2.0?

How are spaces organized in myAO 2.0?

myAO 2.0 is structured into two simple levels: Hubs and Communities or Groups to help you navigate easily and find the right place for connection, learning, and collaboration.

 

1. What is a Hub?

A Hub is an AO-owned and AO-moderated space representing major thematic or organizational areas—such as Trauma, Spine, CMF, clinical interests, research, or initiatives like NextGen.
Hubs are always open to join or follow and serve as the main source of official AO updates, initiatives, and orientation. They function as the top navigation layer of the platform.

Purpose:
To provide authoritative information and guidance across AO specialties and initiatives.

 

2. What is a Community?

A Community brings together people who share a common identity, interest, or purpose. Communities are stable, long-term spaces that represent the human and relational layer of the platform. As they grow, they can host multiple sub-Groups to keep discussions organized.

Best for:

  • Building long-term relationships

  • Creating a sense of belonging

  • Representing shared values and goals

  • Leadership-to-member communication

  • Developing continuity and loyalty

Purpose:
To connect people who belong together over time.

 

3. What is a Group?

A Group is where focused collaboration and interaction happen. Groups enable practical, topic-specific work—such as case sharing, knowledge exchange, or research collaboration.
Communities and Groups can be open, private, or hidden, depending on moderator settings. A highly active Group may eventually evolve into a new Community.

Examples:

  • Case Discussion Groups

  • Journal Clubs

  • Research Collaboration Groups

Best for:

  • Clinical case discussions

  • Knowledge exchange

  • Task-oriented projects

  • Short-term or focused activities

Purpose:
To enable targeted, practical collaboration.