The APEX RDF Schema actually involves three components. For details please visit Association for Positive Ethical eXchange (APEX).
APEX is an organization devoted to ethical behavior among its members and the Internet at large. It has a charter and a board of directors.
Being a volunteer online organization since November 1999, it has adapted to changes in technology and visitor habits. But has not altered a firm belief that as an organization which believes that ethics on the Internet is possible with proper education and, where necessary, arbitration.
The RDF schema is an educational endeavor of APEX, recasting the proper use of metadata. Which compliments a basic understanding of what constitutes the Semantic web. Also introducing its membership to methods which enhance community and a mutual understanding of technical or not generally understood words or concepts.
With a purpose to increase the credibility and professionalism of all website owners, designers and users, to set ethical standards, encourage professional practices, and promote fellowship amongst Internet users.
Award program owners comprise a small portion of APEX membership. All of whom through administration of their own review criteria's bestow web site awards, to those who meet or exceed their criteria's.
However the Association for Positive Ethical eXchange (APEX) has membership requirements which focus on copyright, ethics and privacy. Presentation is a minimal requirement, so membership applications are encouraged from web site authors from beginner or novice through expert or professional levels. By those who believe in and apply ethics. In a modern context, which has not changed over the years. Then revisit "original intent" on a regular basis.