Evolving Membership Language: From “Founding Member” to “Member”

This proposal updates our membership language by transitioning the title Founding Member to Member for all new participants. The goal is to reinforce a network-first culture where belonging is not defined by seniority or time of entry, but by active participation and contribution. While Founding Members retain recognition for their role in the Manifesto’s early stewardship, future members join on equal footing, supporting a more open, inclusive, and peer-based network as the community grows.