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Remaining an Active (ISC) ² Member

Besides volunteering (see “Considering (ISC) ² Volunteer Opportunities,” later in this chapter), you can participate in several other activities, including voting in annual elections and attending the annual meeting and other events:

• Vote in (ISC) 2 elections: Every year, the election for the (ISC) ² Board of Directors takes place. Board members serve three-year terms, and every year one-third of the members are reelected. In any democracy, it is important to participate in the election process; this concept is just as true for the (ISC) ² board. If you maintain your contact information with (ISC)2, you’ll receive notifications of upcoming elections.

• Attend the (ISC) 2 annual meeting: Each year, the (ISC) ² annual meeting takes place. In the annual meeting, Board of Directors election results are announced, along with any voted changes in bylaws, a reading of the treasurer’s report, and other items of business. Awards and honors are bestowed upon worthy recipients.

• Attend (ISC) 2 events: (ISC) ² conducts several events each year, from networking receptions to conferences and educational events. Check back regularly on the (ISC) ² Web site to find out more about events in your area.