This document outlines the 4-step petition process to become a chapter of the NAAP (National Arab American Partnership). The steps are: 1) Application including names of interested individuals, proposed activities, and community profile. 2) A 3-6 month trial period where the group conducts activities as a "petition chapter". 3) Review by the NAAP National Assembly who will vote on granting chapter status. 4) Charter agreement where the new chapter board signs an agreement and officially joins the NAAP network. The process is meant to ensure petition groups align with NAAP's goals and philosophies to build a sustainable chapter that serves its local Arab-American community.

1. Chapter Petition Process
April 2014

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Agenda
Intro
What is a Petition?
NAAP Philosophies
Petition Steps

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Introduction
§ This document provides Petition groups with structure, guidance, and an outline of
expectations as they petition to become a chapter
§ Local Energy
§ Each potential NAAP chapter is formed by members of the local community – to be
successful, a chapter should originate from the energy and interest of members in a
given region, because ultimately the network thrives bottom s-up
§ National Guidance
§ The petition process was developed based on a decade of experience developing
local chapters under the umbrella of a national federation
§ Serious Commitment
§ Running a fully-functioning, non-profit organization requires time, energy, dedication,
and a serious commitment
§ Individuals interested should assess the process, vision of NAAP and make sure this
is right for them
§ While our work with the community is exciting and fulfilling, we aim for sustainability to
ensure long-term growth

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What is a Petition?
§ A petition is a formal application process a group of individuals go through to form a
NAAP chapter
§ Throughout this process, the group in formation will be referred to, publicly and internally,
as a NAAP Petition Chapter
§ The petition group is governed by NAAP, Inc.

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How we are structured
NAAP Board of Directors
Washington DC
National Assembly
Representative Chapter
Delegates
Federation Model
NAAP
NAAP-Chapters New York
Boston
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Chicago
Houston
San Francisco
Bay Area
Los Angeles
Toledo
New Jersey
Arab-American
Networks
TampaDallas
Orlando
Seattle
Austin North CarolinaPhoenix

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What we believe…Collective Advancement.
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Belief Every Arab in America needs to connect to advance our community
Why?
Through our collective contribution we strengthen our individual &
community standing in America
How?
Provide a channel for Arab-Americans to realize their passions and
pursue their interests through community involvement
Community
Orientation
Investing in
Ourselves
Unity in Diversity
Principled &
Responsible
Organizing
Inclusiveness Volunteerism
Values

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What we strive for…Collective Advancement
Our Vision
A prosperous & influential Arab-American community connected
through our national network
Our Mission To connect, organize & empower the Arab-American community
Our Goals
Promote professional networking and social interaction among Arab-
American and Arab professionals in the US and abroad
Educate both the Arab-American and non-Arab communities about
Arab culture, identity, and concerns
Advance the Arab American community by empowering, protecting
and promoting its political causes and interests in the US and abroad
within all levels of society
Support the Arab student movement in the United States
Serve society through volunteerism and community service efforts
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Aligning with NAAP Philosophies
§ NAAP s Unique Value Proposition
§ It is how we achieve our vision - through the execution of our 5 goals - that
helps us appeal to members with varying interests and backgrounds
across our community
§ Channeling member passions into the implementation of these 5 goals
enables members, organization and community to better realize potential
§ Flexibility
§ Each chapter is given the flexibility to implement the goals in ways that
best suit their local community
§ While certain chapters might have more activities in one area – based on
the response and needs of that region – each chapter must support and
engage in all five goals

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4-Step Petition Process
Application
Trial Period
Petition Review
Charter Agreement
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The Application - Step 1
§ The application consists of the following:
§ Names: Collect the names, numbers, addresses, email addresses and signatures of
ten individuals who have expressed interest and willingness in establishing a
chapter
§ Fill out and sign the Petition Application document (see appendix)
§ Calendar of Activities: Outline of proposed activities for the period of one year,
which includes a description and timeline of events, meetings and/or projects
§ This discussion will allow you to understand and explore the needs, interests of
your group
§ The 5 NAAP goals must be fully reflected in the outline of activities
§ This helps ensure that your group is willing to support and uphold the mission
statement in its entirety
§ Region Profile: Develop a short profile of the Arab-American community in your
petition area. This should include the following information:
§ Demographic information
§ Census information (if available)
§ Organizational landscape

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The Application - Step 1, continued
§ Note the following as your prepare your application:
§ At the outset, you will be assigned a National Liaison who will schedule an
application kickoff call
§ Take your time & prepare a professional submission - this is your presentation &
pitch to NAAP
§ The more detail we receive, the easier it will be for us to learn about your group and
assess your application
§ Submit your application as a PDF to: naapnational@naaponline.org
§ Once we formally receive your submission, the petition formally begins

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Trial Period - Step 2
§ The second step in the process is a three to six month Trial Period (time is up to the
discretion of NAAP, and is unique per region)
§ Name
§ Any public mention for your group, written or verbal, should clearly convey that
the activities are organized by a NAAP-Petition Chapter or a NAAP "chapter in
formation
§ Online presence + membership
§ NAAP will create and moderate a Facebook page which will serve as your
platform to the world
§ Additionally, event pages will be created for you on www.naaponline.org
§ All members should fill out membership forms at www.naaponline.org
§ Activities
§ Your group will generally have three to six months to carry out the initial activities
outlined in your proposal. If new opportunities or ideas arise, you may submit an
updated proposal to your National Liaison
§ All activities (events, public meetings) should be created as a Facebook
through the NAAP moderated Facebook page event (we will create mirror
pages on www.naaponline.org)

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Trial Period - Step 2, continued
§ Communication w/ NAAP
§ Maintain communication with your National Liaison throughout the Trial Period
§ Provide your National Liaison with updates and/or progress reports on a bi-
weekly basis. These updates may be brief and informal (i.e. email, phone call,
etc)
§ Reference
§ During this trial-period, compile a list of 5-10 of your most active members
(name, email, and phone number) and submit these names to your National
Liaison. This list may be very similar to the original list of names submitted.
§ These individuals do not need to be involved in every aspect of your group s
development, but should have attended at least one meeting and be familiar
with your activities
§ This list will serve as your references during the review period

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Petition Review - Step 3
§ The petition review will decide whether your group becomes a chapter, is declined or
whether the petition requires more development
§ Your complete application and trial period progress will be reviewed at the next
scheduled NAAP National Assembly Meeting (typically scheduled every 6 months)
§ Note: if your trial period does not coincide with a National Assembly meeting your
trial period and petition may extend past the 3-6 months
§ The National Assembly will vote on the initiation of your petition group. Criteria will
include, but is not limited to the following:
§ Adherence to the petition process
§ Member base/ growth opportunity
§ Chapter sustainability
§ Diversity in activities
§ Geographical location
§ Upholding NAAP philosophies and vision
§ You will receive the disposition of your application within one week after the National
Assembly Meeting

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Charter Agreement - Step 4
§ If your petition group is approved, you will be entitled to the rights and responsibilities of
a NAAP Chapter as outlined in the NAAP Bylaws and Charter Agreements
§ Your initial board of directors will be required to sign the NAAP Charter Agreement
§ Online presence
§ Official moderation and management of petition Facebook page and petition page
on www.naaponline.org will fall under your new chapter team
§ Administrative expectation
§ As part of NAAP federation, National accounting and administrative practices/
expectations will be shared (bank account setup, incorporation w/ state)
§ National Dues will become application at National Assembly meeting following
Charter Agreement signatory
§ New chapter representatives will be added to National Assembly

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Appendix
Petition Application Template

18. [Region] Petition Application
[Date]

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Regional Profile
§ Include a short profile of the Arab-American community in your petition area. This should
include the following information:
§ Demographic information
§ Census information (if available)
§ Organizational landscape

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Proposed Activities [illustrative ex below]
Social /
Professional
Community
Service
Cultural
Political/
Civic
Student
Planning
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Service
Day
Networker
BBQ
Networker
Film
Screening
Soup
Kitchen
Edu-
cational
Panel
GOTV
Outreach
Career
Panel
Leader
Planning
Meeting
General
Member
Meeting
Cultural
Day
General
Member
Meeting
Leader
Planning
Meeting
Leader
Planning
Meeting
Leader
Planning
Meeting
Leader
Planning
Meeting
Leader
Planning
Meeting
Scholar-
ship
Promotion
§ Provide short descriptions, estimated dates on proposed activities

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Petition Team Names
§ Collect the names, numbers, addresses, email addresses and signatures of ten
individuals who have expressed interest and willingness in establishing a chapter

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