[IAEP] membership definitions

[David Farning]

On Mon, 2008-09-08 at 14:40 -0700, Edward Cherlin wrote:
> Excellent. When can we expect to see the dues requirements for
> organizations? I would like to go talk to some likely prospects ASAP.

Correction: I would like to remove,  "Generally, at least two months of
visible, significant activity will be required." from section 2.1.
These definitions are meant to define the general memberships types.

Once we accept these basic definitions, we can start the debate about
specific requirements, and inclusionary/exclusionary viewpoints.

As for organizational requirements....I was hoping WB, our chief fund
raiser, could flesh our that section.

dfarning   


> On Mon, Sep 8, 2008 at 1:50 PM, David Farning <dfarning at sugarlabs.org> wrote:
> > I have put together a brief list of definitions for Sugar Labs
> > membership.
> >
> > Please comment and correct.
> >
> >     1. Membership Types
> >
> >        Sugar Labs has two type of memberships; Individual and
> >        Organizational. Individual memberships are merit based.
> >        Organizational memberships are financially based.
> >
> >             1. Individual Member
> >
> >                The core of Sugar Labs will be composed of individual
> >                members. Individual members can run for the Oversight
> >                Board,vote in board elections, and issue or endorse a
> >                referendum.
> >
> >             2. Associate Member
> >
> >                Associate members are organizations that participate in,
> >                and want to show support for, the Sugar Labs ecosystem.
> >                Associate members can appoint a representative to sit on
> >                the Advisory Board.
> >
> >     2. Membership Requirements
> >
> >        Membership is earned either through the efforts of an individual
> >        or through the annually payment of dues by organizations.
> >
> >             1. Individual
> >
> >                Individual membership is a sign of merit in the Sugar
> >                Labs ecosystem. It is a sign of significant and
> >                sustained involvement in Sugar Labs. Generally, at least
> >                two months of visible, significant activity will be
> >                required.
> >
> >             2. Associate
> >
> >                Associate membership is a sign of support for the Sugar
> >                Labs ecosystem. Associate members are required to pay an
> >                annual membership fee. The annual fees will vary
> >                depending on the annual revenues, type, and location of
> >                headquarters of an organization.
> >
> >     1. Membership Benefits
> >
> >        In return for their contributions, members are rewarded with
> >        authority and responsibility
> >
> >             1. Individual
> >
> >                Individual members can run for the Oversight Board,vote
> >                in board elections, and issue or endorse a referendum.
> >
> >                Individual members will receive an @sugarlabs.org e-mail
> >                alias that forwards to their real e-mail.
> >
> >                Individual members have the right to print business
> >                cards with the Sugar Labs logo.
> >
> >                Syndication on Planet Sugar Labs of your Sugar Labs
> >                blog.
> >
> >             2. Associate
> >
> >                Associate members can sit on the Advisory Board.
> >
> >                Participation in Sugar Labs committees, where
> >                specifications and guidelines are developed and where
> >                discussions are conducted;
> >
> >                The right to use the Sugar Labs logo on your Web site
> >                and to participate in press releases.
> >
> >                Public recognition on the Sugar Labs website.
> >
> >     1. Membership Duration and Renewal
> >
> >             1. Individual
> >
> >                Individual Membership is for Life.
> >
> >                In order for an Individual membership to remain valid,
> >                It must be renewed every year.
> >
> >             2. Associate
> >
> >                Associate Membership is for one year.
> >
> >                An Associate Membership must be renewed annually.
> >
> >     1. Membership Termination
> >
> >        Memberships may be terminated by lack of current participation
> >        or removal by the membership.
> >
> >             1. Individual
> >
> >                     A. Voluntary -- An Individual member will be remove
> >                        from the membership roles if they fail to renew
> >                        their membership.
> >
> >                     A. Involuntary -An Individual membership may be
> >                        revoke by an affirmative vote of a two-thirds
> >                        majority of the members of the Foundation.
> > thanks
> > dfarning
> >
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