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Details about becoming a PyLadies Global Council Member

Council Composition

The PyLadies Global Council mandate limits council membership to no more than 3 members from the same country of residence. This requirement applies to both elected and appointed seats, regardless of the number of applicants or candidates.

I'd Like to Run in the Election

Open Elected Seats

There will be 6 seats open for election by the PyLadies global community. Each seat will carry a 2 year commitment of service.

Register as a Candidate

Any self-identifying PyLadies member can declare candidacy for the council election, provided they fulfil requirements below. You may only declare for yourself.

Requirements to consider:

• Proficiency in English (historically English is the language this work has been done in)
• Ability to participate in a regularly scheduled meetings; estimated to start monthly
• Reasonably responsive on email, GitHub, and Slack
• A PyLadies member with at least 2 years experience participating in the community

To declare your candidacy for the election, complete the candidate form here.

I Want to Apply for an Appointment

Open Appointed Seats

There will be 3 seats open for appointment. Each seat will carry a 1 year commitment of service.

While voting happens for elected seats, applications for appointment be reviewed. A subset of applicants will be extended an opportunity to interview.

Interviews will be conducted by the PyLadies Global Advisory group -- a group of seasoned PyLadies organizers and stakeholders. This same group will review the election results and select appropriate applicants to fill open appointment seats.

Apply for Appointment

Any self-identifying PyLadies member can propose themselves for the council, provided they meet the requirements listed below. If you are nominating another person for appointment, that individual must be a self-identifying PyLadies member and their consent will be required fill this form to nominate someone.

Requirements to consider:

• Proficiency in English (historically English is the language this work has been done in)
• Ability to participate in a regularly scheduled meetings; estimated to start monthly
• Reasonably responsive on email, GitHub, and Slack
• A PyLadies member with at least 2 years experience participating in the community

To nominate for an open seat fill out the form here.