Speakers
Description
Mentorship is a vital tool for growing and strengthening open source communities. Prioritizing it across projects can help ensure sustainability and future success.
Newcomers often struggle to find their way when joining a community. While some manage to push through the challenges, many need more guidance. This is where mentorship comes in – the bridge that transforms curious newcomers into active, long-term contributors.
But mentorship isn’t just about helping others; it’s a two-way street where both mentors and mentees learn and grow. It keeps knowledge flowing, reduces burnout, and creates a shared sense of pride in the community’s progress.
In this talk, we’ll explore The Fedora Project’s approach to mentorship, highlighting our work with the Fedora Mentoring Initiative, Fedora Mentor Summit, and Fedora Ambassadors Program. By sharing our experiences and success stories, we hope to build a stronger connection with the GNOME community, exchanging insights and learning from each other.
| Category | Community Building and Diveristy |
|---|---|
| Talk Description | In this talk, we’ll explore The Fedora Project’s approach to mentorship, highlighting our work with the Fedora Mentoring Initiative, Fedora Mentor Summit, and Fedora Ambassadors Program. By sharing our experiences and success stories, we hope to build a stronger connection with the GNOME community, exchanging insights and learning from each other. Attendees will gain insights into how the Fedora Project has built and refined its mentorship programs to create an environment where both new and experienced contributors thrive. Whether you're looking to start a mentorship program, refine an existing one, or learn from Fedora's experience, this talk will offer practical advice and inspiration. Attendees will also learn how community-driven initiatives like these can bridge gaps between different open source projects, creating opportunities for collaboration and knowledge sharing. |
| Author(s) Bio | Hello, I'm Jona! 👋 🌻 I'm passionate about fostering inclusive communities and advocating for Free and Open Source Software. Through my work in community strategy, ambassador programs, and event planning, I'm committed to creating spaces where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) thrive. Hey, I'm Smera – a designer with a flair for creating intuitive and stunning designs. Originally from New Delhi, I've made my way to Berlin to immerse myself in the thriving design scene. When I'm not busy pushing pixels, you can find me exploring the city's vibrant culinary scene or whipping up my next art masterpiece. As a designer, I'm passionate about using design to solve complex problems and make people's lives easier. Whether it's creating a more accessible web experience for seniors, designing a personalized period tracking app, or developing a comprehensive design system for a company, I love diving into new challenges and finding creative solutions. When I'm not working on design projects, I'm actively involved in open source contributions through organizations like The Fedora Project, and I'm always looking for ways to give back to the community. And when I'm not working or indulging in my creative hobbies, you can bet I'm playing video games. I love everything from RPGs to puzzle games, and I'm always down for a good co-op session. |
| Pronouns | she/her |
| Where are you located? | in-person talk |
| Do you need travel sponsorship from GNOME Foundation in order to join our event? | No |
