Hello Comrades! :-)
I recently joined the board of the local 'CIPS' chapter, see : http://www.cips.ca
They're currently updating their 'BOK' - Body of Knowledge, so that their 'ISP' certification has more street value. I would like to propose to this group a partnership of some sort with them to this effect, ie integrate the 'Drupal Guild' practice into their framework, provide their members with associated training yadda yadda
I would also like to further propose we organize a process to apply for non-profit grant funding to help grease the wheels, from the Microsoft "Elevate America community initiative", through iFOSSF. See below.
If that appeals let me know and I will take the next steps,
Cheers, Neil.
"individuals will gain the basic and intermediate level technology skills they need to be more employable, sharpen skills to retain current employment, apply for jobs they were not previously skilled for, and have confidence to continue the hard work of looking for jobs in a slowly improving economy. Support available through the Microsoft Elevate America community initiative includes cash, software and Information Technology (IT) training curriculum. Cash funding can be requested for support of programs, including staff expenses. Funding cannot be used for operational expenses such as rent and utilities or the purchase of hardware, scholarships, stipends or furniture. "