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commit 55a5a97414dc306f7f8e3f182e040e3a75c941a7 Author: Justin Mclean <[email protected]> AuthorDate: Tue Oct 14 19:09:02 2025 +1100 update meritocracy to be more inclusive --- .../CommunityBuilding/src/main/asciidoc/index.adoc | 24 ++++++++++------------ 1 file changed, 11 insertions(+), 13 deletions(-) diff --git a/content/Apache/Incubator/CommunityBuilding/src/main/asciidoc/index.adoc b/content/Apache/Incubator/CommunityBuilding/src/main/asciidoc/index.adoc index 6b74003..25db0a2 100644 --- a/content/Apache/Incubator/CommunityBuilding/src/main/asciidoc/index.adoc +++ b/content/Apache/Incubator/CommunityBuilding/src/main/asciidoc/index.adoc @@ -125,25 +125,23 @@ Assign mentors or “buddies” to guide new contributors through their first fe Encourage experienced contributors to mentor others in turn, this builds continuity and community depth. -- -== Encouraging Meritocracy and Growth +## Building Trust and Recognising Growth -* Recognize sustained effort, not status. -* Nominate new committers and PPMC members openly and transparently. -* Avoid “in-crowds” or hidden decision-making. -* Encourage shared ownership and delegate trust, empower others to lead. -* Pair recognition with empowerment, trust contributors with meaningful work. +* Recognize sustained effort and impact, not titles or status. +* Nominate new committers and PPMC members through open, transparent discussions. +* Avoid “in-crowds” or informal hierarchies, ensure decisions are visible and fair. +* Encourage shared ownership: delegate trust, empower others to lead. +* Pair recognition with opportunity, invite contributors to take on meaningful roles. [.notes] -- -Meritocracy is central to The Apache Way, but it’s often misunderstood. -At Apache, “meritocracy” means *trust built through contribution*, not authority by seniority. -Merit is demonstrated collaboration, not individual status. +Trust in Apache communities is earned through consistent contribution and collaboration. +Recognition (such as committership) reflects responsibility, not privilege or rank. -A committer is not a privileged title, it’s a recognition of responsibility. -Nominate and vote for new committers or PPMC members openly on the private list. -Make sure everyone understands how merit is earned and shared. +When adding new committers or PPMC members, conduct nominations and votes openly on the private list, ensuring everyone understands the process. +Highlight that trust is granted through demonstrated participation and care for the community. -Balance recognition of effort with opportunities to grow. Invite contributors to help with releases, votes, or documentation leadership. +Aim to balance recognition with growth: when you acknowledge someone’s contributions, also create space for them to learn, lead, and mentor others. -- == Retaining and Motivating Contributors
