Membership in the network is dependent on involvement in communications projects with other network members. Donors are also considered members of the network and are encouraged to actively learn from the SDCN's experiences. Founding Members Founding members include the seven organizations that were involved in the Spinning the Web project since 1996. In addition to developing projects, they ensure that our knowledge about communicating sustainable development includes the experience of developing and transitional countries, and is shared more broadly, for use beyond the network members. Membership in the SDCN lasts for two years, but is renewable based on continued participation in network projects.
Members work together to develop and implement joint project proposals.
They also share lessons learned in executing their projects with other members and through the SD Webworks. They have access to a closed listserv and are able to market their online information through the SD Gateway and SDCN Announces distribution list. The SDCN is an innovation network-we recognize that many other organizations might be able to contribute to our work with new approaches, and we need mechanisms in place to draw upon the experience of others. Affiliate member status lasts only for the duration of the project. Donors are also asked to provide substantive input, with particular attention to the projects they are funding, but are not asked to take the lead in SDCN projects.