Hello OpenStreetMap Community! 
Announcement: Update and Changes to Local Chapters Application Process
Update: To set clear and transparent process to apply as a Local Chapter, we are happy to share that we have documented the workflow and updated the following Local Chapter pages in the OSMF website:
Changes: In addition and one major change is that the Local Chapters and Communities Working Group (LCCWG) is returning to be the the main contact to review application and recommend them to the Board. This process is documented in the updated FAQ page.
Why join as a Local Chapter?
We highly encourage local communities to review the above documents and apply to be a Local Chapter! They serve as ambassadors in their national / regional areas by promoting map generation and improvements, as well as creating and developing uses for OSM data and tools that fit their needs.
Applying as a Local Chapter is free – we welcome you!
Meet the Local Chapters!
The OSMF Board asks Local Chapters to share Annual Reports to make sure we are aligned in our pursuit of our shared goals. It’s also an opportunity to share each chapter’s amazing work with other OSM and mapping communities. We have now grown to 18 Local Chapters!
- Blog highlighting 2022-2023 Local Chapters Activities
- Map of Local Chapters and links to their annual reports
- List of Recent and past reports can be found here
If you and you’re community is interested in becoming a Local Chapter, please check the FAQs page or reach out to LCCWG via email local@osmfoundation.org.
Acknowledgement: Thank you LCCWG and CWG for their contributions in this process!
What’s next?
If you or you know someone in the community who are interested to join as a Local Chapter, please encourage them, point them to the websites or LCCWG for guidance!
If you want to play a more active role, we welcome you to join LCCWG and Communications WG
We hope you can support us in our efforts to grow our Local Chapters!
If you have any feedback or questions, please comment on this thread
=Arnalie
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