Onboarding a New Chapter
Starting a chapter is the beginning of a long-term commitment to your local AI community. Full step-by-step instructions already live in two guides, this page summarizes the journey and links out to the details.
Eligibility
- Your chapter must be local and city-based. A second chapter in the same city may be allowed depending on circumstances.
- You need at least two organizers from the start, to share the workload and avoid burnout.
- Your chapter is not for one-off events: there's an expectation of ongoing activity, at least once every three months.
- Chapters must be not-for-profit and free to attend.
See Start a Global AI Chapter for the full list of guidelines, benefits, and FAQs.
Step-by-step Process
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Join the Discord community and introduce yourself in #general. Seek mentorship from existing chapter leads. |
| 2 | Fill in the chapter request form. |
| 3 | Wait for review. Requests are reviewed once a month, the month following submission. |
| 4 | If approved, you'll receive a welcome package with your @globalai.community email credentials. |
| 5 | Do not purchase domains or set up email addresses yourself. Global AI Community handles this centrally for trademark and administrative reasons. |
Getting Set Up
Once approved, complete the following setup steps before organizing your first event.
Chapter email
- Set up and start using your official Global AI chapter email.
- Use this email for tools, access requests, and chapter communication.
Discord
- Join the Global AI Discord server.
- Email your Discord username to support@globalai.community and request access to the #new-chapter-lead channel.
- Use the channel for chapter announcements, updates, and organizer support.
See the Discord guide for role and access details.
Chapter Dashboard
Log in to the Chapter Dashboard and:
- Add a short chapter description.
- Add all organizers.
- Add organizer profile photos and social links.
LinkedIn Showcase page
Email support@globalai.community to request a LinkedIn Showcase page for your chapter. Do not create a separate company page.
See the LinkedIn guide for request details.
Meetup group
Follow the Meetup benefit guide to request your chapter's Meetup group.
Before your first event
Review the Organizer 101 guide and Branding Guidelines, then publish your first event through the Global AI Community platform.
What's Next
Once onboarded, review Requirements to Keep Your Chapter to understand what's expected of you going forward.