How to become an Ambassador

Responsibilities

• Organize and participate in local or virtual meetups, workshops, or conferences.
• Share knowledge through blogs, tutorials, videos, or technical guides.
• Mentor new contributors and community members.
• Provide feedback and insights to the OpenSearch team and project maintainers.
• Represent the community with professionalism, inclusivity, and respect.

Program Benefits

• Recognition on the OpenSearch website and across official channels.
• Networking opportunities with core contributors and other ambassadors.
• Access to exclusive ambassador resources, including training materials and advocacy toolkits.
• Event support, such as promotion of community-led initiatives.
• Ambassador swag and priority access to community activities.

Designed For Active Community Members Who

• Contribute to OpenSearch through code, content, documentation, or community support.
• Lead initiatives that foster growth and learning within the ecosystem.
• Demonstrate professionalism, inclusivity, and alignment with OpenSearch community values.
• Commit to participating in the program for at least one year.

Expectations For Ambassadors

• Promote an inclusive and respectful community.
• Lead with integrity and transparency.
• Engage constructively when providing feedback or addressing challenges.
• Represent OpenSearch positively in all ambassador-related activities.

Want to apply?

• Applications open during designated windows each year (March & September).
• Interested candidates submit an application form highlighting their contributions and community involvement.
• Applications are reviewed by the OpenSearch Software Foundation team.
• Ambassadors are appointed for a one-year term, with the opportunity for renewal.