ADR-0008: Invite experts in alphabetical order

• Date: 2026-02-05
• Status: Accepted
• Decision owner: Project lead
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Context

With qualification scoring removed, the invitation sequence needed a fair and practical rule.

Decision

Invite experts in alphabetical order by surname (excluding prefixes), while ensuring at least one-third of invitees are non-male.

Rationale

Alphabetical ordering is simple and equitable, and a gender balance check helps avoid a men-only expert group.

Consequences

Invitations proceed sequentially with a lightweight gender balance safeguard.

Alternatives considered

Randomized selection without ordering rules.