Introduce Yourself — November 2025

[Wdarwish87]

Hi. My name is Waleed Darwish, aka Wally Jo, im regatered as a google map since 2022 or 2021, but I became extremely active when I came back to the states.

I started doing local fuide reviews in daily basis starting June of 2025 and I’m happy to be part of this community.

I have reviews in 3 countries

(including the USA)

AND IN 6 STATES.

I always welcome suggestions from my fellow local guides and was wondering if I can capitalize in this experience to be formally employed by Google maps or contracted!

Any thoughts guys?

[RJ26]

I’m someone who loves to travel and has a deep passion for sharing the beauty, stories, and experiences I encounter along the way. Every destination inspires me, and I enjoy capturing those moments to connect

[Fanich101]

I am Chijioke Nicholas Fanich, I am from Biafra Land, the Igbo speaking extraction of Biafra, I am from a great kingdom called Amanyanwu umunnabuike ancient kingdom, located in Achara Uturu Abia state, Biafra Land, west African part of the world. I am the current president of my kingdom Amanyanwu umunnabuike, I am into building construction and other related services. I am a very good and fast thinker, and I am filled with Ideas, I am also a fast learner. I easily get to work with everyone around me, I have the power to create, I can talk things to reality. And I feel like bringing my knowledge here, just to make my little contribution to the world through Google. Thank you

[K.K.Sharma]

Hi @Som7, @Rahulram, @ClaytonTco, @Cayti, @anon31638243, @Waleed84, @shemul_biswas, @Zero_InxLlc, @Jbdegustador1, @rc_mke, @nasachille, @tequamina, @poochivka, @Followmeitwillb, @VivaPortoAlegre, @Pia, @Solucanandro, @AlaskaJeeping360, @Srushti1, @nicole22, @HvacRoco, @Seyf, @Emilyrose, @Asanil87, @Nelvinagwata, @Md.MoshiurRahman, @Alan_Araujo, @Ridaa, @JamesScottSi, @Aallamohammed, @Nptuan, @Demereams, @TravelWithSoul, @Jia31, @kitadire, @Linda.T, @torilakken123 – welcome to Local Guides Connect!

Congratulations on your badge reward! Special shoutout to @Rahulram, @anon31638243, @Waleed84, @Jbdegustador1, @Followmeitwillb, @Srushti1, @Alan_Araujo, @TravelWithSoul, @torilakken123 for earning 3 badges: New Friend, Newly Popular, and New Writer!

Since January 2025, we’ve been celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Local Guides Program and the 20th anniversary of Google Maps. You’ve joined at a remarkable milestone—let’s celebrate together!

Here’s how you can get started:

• Introduce Yourself: Share your story! Check out Introduce Yourself — December 2025

• Attend Meetups: Connect with fellow Local Guides.

Support Sustainable Development Goals:

As a Local Guide, our contributions can help achieve UN Sustainable Development Goals, SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption & Production) and SDG 13 (Climate Action). Here are simple ways to support sustainability on Maps as described by Googler TiffanyBnyc in her post 5 ways to support sustainability on Google Maps:

1. Update Recycling Attributes: Highlight businesses that recycle plastics, batteries, and electronics.

2. Add Sustainability Details to Reviews: Share eco-friendly practices of your favorite places.

3. Map Recycling Centers & Drop-Off Locations: Help your community easily find recycling points.

4. Create Dedicated Lists: Include EV charging stations, reusable packaging points, or recycling centers.

5. Share Photos of Green Options: Make sustainable choices visible for everyone in your community.

Learn more from her post here: 5 Ways to Support Sustainability on Google Maps

Question for you:

Have you ever used Google Maps to find eco-friendly places or recycling points in your city?

• Yes
• No

How do you personally support sustainability in your community? Share your experiences by creating a post and selecting tag sustainability!

Keep exploring, keep sharing, and keep guiding! Together, we can make Local Guides a force for a more sustainable and climate-friendly world.

[K.K.Sharma]

Welcome Back & Congratulations!

Hello @Elvirash, @GrvAgarwal, @zippytyro, @Hadoooya20, @Feua! A big shoutout to each of you for earning the ‘New Friend’ badge on Local Guides Connect!

Even if you’ve been part of Connect before, seeing you engage again—starting with your first like—is always a joy. Every small interaction helps make our community stronger!

Whether you’re returning after a break or exploring Connect more deeply now, we’re thrilled to have you back. Connect isn’t just a platform—it’s a community, and every interaction counts.

And there’s no better time to rejoin the celebration! 2025 marks 10 years of the Local Guides Program and 20 years of Google Maps—a perfect moment for renewed engagement!

By connecting and sharing responsibly, Local Guides help others make sustainable choices in their daily lives—aligning with SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. As highlighted in Googler Julie_A’s post “Help others choose sustainability with Google Maps”, every contribution we make can inspire others to live and travel more sustainably, making each effort truly meaningful.

Ways to Keep the Momentum Going:
Introduce Yourself: Haven’t done it yet? Jump into the December 2025 - Introduce Yourself thread.
Attend Meetups: Discover or host virtual/in-person events to connect with fellow Local Guides.

Welcome back, and here’s to many more milestones! Let’s keep guiding, connecting, and promoting sustainability together!

[tequamina]

Hey there all. Tequam (ተቋም) from Ethiopia So excited to be part of the LG community. super new to the platform as well as local guides as a whole. Hope to learn from all of you a lot and thank you for accepting me

[Farid_islam]

Wow so beautiful

[GrvAgarwal]

Thanks a lot @K.K.Sharma

[Ameen_512]

Hello, this is Ameen and I’m a Level 9 Local Guide. I have some experience in reviewing and recommending places in both India and the United Arab Emirates.