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OpenStreetMap Foundation is the UK incorporated not‑for‑profit that holds legal responsibility for OSM, runs server ops, issues the trademark and contributor policies, and funds microgrants and State of the Map events. Governance is a seven‑seat elected board, there are eight volunteer working groups and about 80 local chapters, and membership tops ~1,500. Membership requires an OSM account ≥3 months and 16 mapping days in the last year, with a €15 annual fee (waivers for 42+ days).
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chapters (10)
- 0:00Introduction and presenters
- 1:05What is the OSM Foundation
- 3:16Structure and board members
- 5:26Working groups and committees
- 6:30Membership and fees
- 8:41Why join the OSM Foundation
- 9:26Election call for Oceania region
- 12:19Supporting OSM beyond membership
- 14:46Mapping days criteria
- 16:12Corporate support and funding
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