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Welcome to Local Guides Connect, and congratulations to everyone who joined the Local Guides Connect in October 2026 and has already earned their New Friend badge! 
You have already received an official welcome message from the Local Guides Connect team. I encourage you to read it once again and explore the useful links shared there—it is the best official starting point for your Connect journey.
Connect, Ask & Learn
Whenever you have a question or doubt, feel free to post it on Connect. Along with the Google Moderators and Connect Moderators, Local Guides Connect Community members are also here to help and guide you.
And a small introduction from my side: I’m a Local Guide just like you. You joined Connect in October 2026, while I joined in April 2023. I’m still learning and growing with this wonderful community too. 
Start Your Connect Journey
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Start Your Journey on Connect: Read, Share Your Story & Join Meetups
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Explore the Community Guidelines and discover topics that interest you.
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How to stay connected for special event invites and early access
A useful read for every Local Guide!
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