These are members whose primary objectives and functions are consistent with the overall goal of TECDEN. Regular members shall be a few local ECD NGOs from each region of Mainland Tanzania with the right to participate fully in TECDEN’s meetings and activities, including the right to vote. Regular members will apply to TECDEN, be shortlisted by the secretariat and approved by the Board of Directors. Regular Members have the right to vote and be voted for in any position in TECDEN governance leaderships and decisions. The revised constitution establishes and recognizes Regional ECD Coordination units as organs replacing the then Regional Chapters as provided in Article 37 and 38 of the TECDEN revised Constitution. For smooth coordination of TECDEN members from across the country, TECDEN shall establish Regional ECD Coordination Units in each region of Tanzania Mainland.