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The requirements for
chapters ,
thematic organizations , and
user groups vary based on the unique requirements and expectations of the specific affiliate model. The requirements are designed to help groups meet the movement's expectations for them once they are recognized.
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Requirements for recognition
The requirements vary for each affiliate model. The below graphs offer a quick comparison between the requirements. Please read each model's requirements page for more information:
Comparison of requirements for affiliation models
Requirement
Chapters
Thematic organizations
Wikimedia user groups
Minimum active Wikimedia editors
10
10
3
Suggested minimum members
20
20
10
Focus
Geographic
Thematic
Any which advances Wikimedia
Mission aligned with Wikimedia Foundation
Compliance with naming guidelines and trademark policy
Information about group published on a Wikimedia wiki
Plans for activities or efforts to advance Wikimedia projects
Allows new members
Two designated contacts for Wikimedia Foundation
Legally incorporated
Amendable bylaws approved by Affiliations Committee
Two years of activities prior to applying
Requires approval by Wikimedia Foundation Board
Governing board elected by members, including new members
Activity and financial reports posted regularly on Meta-Wiki
Capacity to represent Wikimedia movement in focus area
Typical development time
2–3 years
2–3 years
1–4 months
Projected time for approval
4–6 months
4–6 months
1–3 weeks
Comparison of expectations for affiliation models
Expectation
Chapters
Thematic organizations
Wikimedia user groups
Offline and online activities to support Wikimedia
Notification of changes to governing documents or leadership
Compliance with movement policies and governing principles
Collaboration with other affiliates and projects
Annual report published on Meta-Wiki
Maintain expertise within group's scope that is accessible to Wikimedia community
Regular activity and finance reports published on Meta-Wiki
Monitor and engage in communications topics related to to group's scope
Monitor and engage in public policy matters related to group's scope
Represent Wikimedia at public events related to group's scope
Diverse funding sources
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