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Revision as of 06:58, 2 July 2009

This document is a draft written by the global chapter committee and expected to be ready during 2009. The current handbook version can be found here

The Chapter handbook is the most useful tool that any chapter leader can have. There are a number of existing documents, references and OWASP material available to chapter leaders, however this handbook will become overtime the primary reference point for all chapters.

Table Of Contents

Chapter's life cycle

• Starting and restarting a chapter
• Chapter's structure
  • Roles
  • Appointments and elections
• Conflict of interest
  • Proper disclosure guidelines
• Minimum activity requirements

Operations

• Rules for running a chapter
• Managing money
• Managing the local chapter list
  • Disclosure of member details
• CPE credits

Conferences and meetings

• Speakers
• Sponsorship
• OWASP on the move

Marketing and growing a chapter

• Branding
• Cooperating with other organizations
• Social networks
• Media
• Metrics for success

Supported by the Global Chapter Committee