OWASP Event Requirements

Event Requirements

These are the requirements imposed on any event using the OWASP brand. The requirements are cumulative as such that Regional/Theme Conferences must also comply with "All Events" requirements. Global AppSec Conferences must also comply with "All Events" and "Regional/Theme Conference" requirements. For additional information on event types, see [OWASP Event Definitions]

All Events

• All Events must be coordinated with the Global Conferences Committee and receive their approval
• Events must have an OWASP Wiki Page
• All Events must use the OWASP Registration System (contact the Global Conferences Committee for access)
• Only OWASP Board members or their designates may enter into contracts on behalf of the foundation
• All finances must be handled by the OWASP Foundation unless exceptions are granted by the Global Conferences Committee
• All content must be vendor neutral
• All content must be made available to the public after the conference
• All calls for papers, training and registration must be open to the public
• All events must be conducted in a manor consistent with the OWASP Mission, Principles and Code of Ethics
• Free admission should be made available for OWASP Leaders, Committee and Board members

Regional/Theme Conference

• A complete budget must be submitted and approved by the Global Conferences Committee
• A board member must be present at all OWASP AppSec and Regional Conferences to provide a welcoming statement
  • Travel and accommodations for the board member will be sourced from the conference budget

Global AppSec Conferences

• AppSec Conferences must be processed through the AppSec Call for Conferences process
• There must be associated training with the conference
• An admission fee must be charged
• Sessions must be recorded and posted to the public after the conference
• There must be at least one networking event at the conference