help needed with adding new character

[Jon Wilson]

Hi folks,

I believe there is a character missing from the standard. I would like 
to apply to have it included, but I am a typography and Unicode novice, 
so I require some assistance with the application process.

The character in question is a variant of "CIRCLED LATIN CAPITAL LETTER 
A", commonly referred to as the  "Anarchy" symbol. The bars of the A are 
longer than normal, extending to touch or even overlap the circle.

See for example, http://www.4commongood.org/images/circlea.jpg

This character has a distinct history and meaning, and I believe it to 
be suitable for inclusion in Unicode as a separate character from 
CIRCLED LATIN CAPITAL LETTER A.

As I understand it, I need to do the following:

1) Check that the character does not already exist within the Unicode 
standard. I don't think it does, but someone more familiar with it may 
wish to double check

2) Establish that no existing characters would do as replacements. As I 
see it, CIRCLED LATIN CAPITAL LETTER A is different both typographically 
and semanticly.

3) Decide on a name for the character.

4) Determine a suitable code-page for the character

5) Write a formal description of the properties and shape of the character.

6) Create or find a computerised font representation of the character 
(preferably free)

7) Collect suitable references to justify the inclusion of the character 
in the Unicode standard. A quick google search give many leads to be 
followed up in this area.

In the spirit of anarchy, I am likely to pursue this application, 
whatever response I get! Equally in the spirit of anarchy, you are free 
to make provide whatever comments and assistance you wish, on any of the 
above points.

Thanks,

Jon