But the PERL Institute is collecting signatures on petition for a Perl STG, so that one is more likely in the immediate future. LISA revenues also support smaller workshops that may not produce positive cash flow. It has a SAGE members-only job posting service, for example, implemented as both a mailing list and a private set of web pages. The web pages are authenticated by SAGE member number. SAGE involvement helps ensure a quality technical tutorial program.
SAGE publishes a pamphlet series, including to date policies and job descriptions.
There are four levels, with 4 being the highest. It's an interesting document. There is some similarity to the Hippocratic Oath for doctors, in its insistence on integrity and confidentiality. Many moons ago Doug Gwynn made such a comparison to me, and I laughed at him. I laugh no longer.