General Information
Chapter Information
Chapter Information
Contacting A Chapter
To find a chapter near you, check out our <Contact List>.
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Contributing To A Chapter
There are several ways to get involved with your chapter.
Prerequisite: Create a GGDA Account [FREE]
The first step to getting involved in any capacity is to create a free GGDA account. Visit our account registration web page at <http://register.ggda.org> and create your account. Then, login [link at top right] and select "My Profile" in the User Menu [top left]. Complete your profile with full contact information.
Registering a free account is NOT the same as membership. Membership requires payment of membership dues which may be done through our store: <http://store.ggda.org>.
1. Subscribe to a Chapter Newsletter. [FREE]
Subscribing to a chapter newsletter is free and will keep you up to date with things happening in your area. The chapter newsletter is published by the volunteer chapter administration team in your area and may be published sporadically based upon their available time. You may subscribe to any number of chapter newsletters. Login and select "My Dashboard" from the User Menu [top left]. Then, under "Your Groups" add the chapter(s) to which you want to subscribe.
2. Attend a Chapter Meeting. [Fee May Apply]
Unless otherwise specified, chapter meetings are open to the public. Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent. Depending upon space and/or cost, chapter meetings may require advanced registration or fees. When fees apply, GGDA members will usually receive a discounted rate.
3. Share Your Experiences. [FREE]
Login to the website and visit our forums. Share your experiences and find other people working on similar tools and projects.
4. Help Others Find Your Chapter [FREE]
Word of mouth is the most powerful resource at your disposal. Tell all your colleagues about your local chapter and point them to this page <http://chapters.ggda.org>.
5. Build the Future. [Membership]
Ready to help shape the future of our industry? Become a member of GGDA. Consider serving as a volunteer on any level. And, lead by example. Your contributions help us achieve important initiatives on our strategic mission to build Georgia into a center of excellence of the video game industry.
Prerequisite: Create a GGDA Account [FREE]
The first step to getting involved in any capacity is to create a free GGDA account. Visit our account registration web page at <http://register.ggda.org> and create your account. Then, login [link at top right] and select "My Profile" in the User Menu [top left]. Complete your profile with full contact information.
Registering a free account is NOT the same as membership. Membership requires payment of membership dues which may be done through our store: <http://store.ggda.org>.
1. Subscribe to a Chapter Newsletter. [FREE]
Subscribing to a chapter newsletter is free and will keep you up to date with things happening in your area. The chapter newsletter is published by the volunteer chapter administration team in your area and may be published sporadically based upon their available time. You may subscribe to any number of chapter newsletters. Login and select "My Dashboard" from the User Menu [top left]. Then, under "Your Groups" add the chapter(s) to which you want to subscribe.
2. Attend a Chapter Meeting. [Fee May Apply]
Unless otherwise specified, chapter meetings are open to the public. Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent. Depending upon space and/or cost, chapter meetings may require advanced registration or fees. When fees apply, GGDA members will usually receive a discounted rate.
3. Share Your Experiences. [FREE]
Login to the website and visit our forums. Share your experiences and find other people working on similar tools and projects.
4. Help Others Find Your Chapter [FREE]
Word of mouth is the most powerful resource at your disposal. Tell all your colleagues about your local chapter and point them to this page <http://chapters.ggda.org>.
5. Build the Future. [Membership]
Ready to help shape the future of our industry? Become a member of GGDA. Consider serving as a volunteer on any level. And, lead by example. Your contributions help us achieve important initiatives on our strategic mission to build Georgia into a center of excellence of the video game industry.
Starting A Chapter
Starting a chapter is easy. You just have to volunteer your time. If your metro area doesn't already have a chapter, contact us at: <
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GGDA's board of directors appoints the GGDA president which appoints the chapter presidents. Chapter presidents then in turn appoint persons to serve in the various chapter positions. This association structure is self-perpetuating and designed to move the association forward on its mission and avoid popularity contests. Position assignments are reviewed as needed but at least annually.
Professionals may begin a chapter by volunteering to organize local meetings and introduce businesses to the association.
Alternatively, students may begin a student chapter by acquiring a petition of 10 students appointing a student chapter president with the endorsement of a faculty member.
GGDA's board of directors appoints the GGDA president which appoints the chapter presidents. Chapter presidents then in turn appoint persons to serve in the various chapter positions. This association structure is self-perpetuating and designed to move the association forward on its mission and avoid popularity contests. Position assignments are reviewed as needed but at least annually.
Professionals may begin a chapter by volunteering to organize local meetings and introduce businesses to the association.
Alternatively, students may begin a student chapter by acquiring a petition of 10 students appointing a student chapter president with the endorsement of a faculty member.
