Everything in GREEN is the final version of Definitions for our core values per the call on 2011-01-07
1. Open
This means that our work is done in public so that we can get early feedback and participation. Our governance and finances are also fully disclosed so that anyone can verify that we are a good steward for the donations. Our projects are available for use, modification, study and redistribution under open licenses.
2. Integrity
Our most precious commodity is the trust that people put in our work. If we even show the appearance of being biased by commercial forces, we lose that trust. OWASP’s non-profit status and volunteer leadership helps to shield us from these forces. This does not imply that we cannot work with commercial companies when their goals align with ours, just that we must remain vigilant against the appearance of impropriety.
Definition: Integrity means that you are honest and truthful in what you say or do. You put honesty, sense of duty, and sound moral principles above all else.
3. Global
Anyone anywhere is free to participate in the OWASP community. OWASP understands that application security is global in scope and knows no geography or boundaries. Everyone is invited to participate in our community where we reward contributions and treat others with respect regardless of where they might live.
seba: do wo mention regardless political or religious opinion?
reference: http://geography.about.com/cs/countries/a/numbercountries.htm
4. Experimentation
Application security is still a very young discipline. At OWASP, we encourage and support all kinds of experiments to find solutions to our challenges. Where we have success we may create standards that encourage further experimentation. Leadership in OWASP is based on effort and results, and we want anyone with the drive to create and promote new ideas to join with us.
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5. Ethical - At OWASP we behave ethically and treat others with respect. MORE HERE.
[I think this is covered adequately with #2 Integrity and #3 Global above - Matt]