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International Society of Sustainability Professionals

Local Chapter Formation

Marsha Willard, Executive Director, ISSP

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•What’s happening with local chapters?

•What would like to see happen?

Agenda

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What is the International Society of Sustainability Professionals?

ISSP is a professional association whose mission is to support and develop the people that are working to bring sustainable practices to their organizations and communities.

Goal with local chapters = increase reach and impact

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Two options for local effortsBenefit, features & requirements Local

eventsFormal chapter

ISSP web presence

Program support

Central registration system

Local, stable point of contact

Join network of local leaders

Accept NO money on behalf of ISSP

Accept income directly

Maintain required registration

Maintain membership > 10

Submit annual financial reports

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What’s happening around the world?

Toronto

Jakarta

Great Lakes Region

ChicagoPortland

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What bout your region?

1. If you are not sitting with people from your “region,” find your neighbors

2. Meet and greet3. Use the questions on your table to start your

conversation4. Share your questions, ideas and needs

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Summary of Chapter Requirements

• There are at least 10 ISSP members in good standing

• Name of the chapter must contain the words “ISSP” and “Chapter”

• Chapter is a non-profit organization• Maintain financial records and activity to

submit to ISSP annually