Committees 2.0

OWASP Global Committees 2.0
This information contributed to the RFC which is listed here - https://docs.google.com/a/owasp.org/document/d/1Qpb34WXJQfPdNOc2w7iwGwgwDUsI8GmGtM8C6bRPzU8/edit

 We want your input!- Participate here Anyone can view, you must be logged into a google account (not just owasp.org)  to vote or submit a suggestion.

Objective: Inspire and empower our volunteer community to not only participate in, but drive a variety of activities within OWASP

Need: OWASP has deviated from it’s position as a platform organization. The community needs to find the voice necessary to influence change and growth in the organization. A flexible yet structured process is necessary to provide the community with the tools they need to be successful. This process should empower the community to make decisions and engage in activities based on their interest, as well as available time and energy.

Proposal: Develop a tiered committee structure leveraging the consolidated operational platform. Lessons learned and obstacles to avoid:

Rollout:


 * Establish high level committees that focus not on operational issues, but on the Strategic goals as determined by the board of directors.
 * Hold an open nomination period of 30 days (month of June or July) to establish the core committee leadership team. The leadership team will review the 2014 strategic goals and establish an initial set of initiatives to work towards the goals, “cross pollinating” ideas and successes.
 * The community will have the opportunity to “sign up” for an initiative or sub committee and begin work.
 * The structure in the Member Nation portal allows for open discussions, participation, and visibility while allowing the staff to provide metrics on participation and progress.
 * The process will be reviewed and modified as needed in 6 months.

= Additional Comments =  We want your input!- not just leaders, or individuals with an owasp.org email, anyone in the community is encouraged to participate in this poll of both the general idea of the committees 2.0 and particular features of the new model. Participate here - anyone can view, you must be logged into a google account (not just owasp.org) to vote or submit a suggestion.