Connect Moderators are Local Guides just like you and me. They apply the knowledge they’ve gained as active members of our community to moderate Connect and help improve the experience for everyone. You may see them welcoming newcomers, explaining the program, answering questions, and sharing their knowledge with others.
Each month, we share some personal insights from one of our amazing Connect Moderators. This month, meet Jane ( @JaneBurunina ). Jane lives inMykolaiv, Ukraine, and speaks Ukrainian, Russian, and English.
Name: Zhanna Burunina
Location: Mykolaiv, a city in the south of Ukraine
What I love about being a Local Guide: As a Local Guide, I have the amazing opportunity to help those who are in my surroundings and those who are far away via my contributions on Google Maps and [different] Local Guides initiatives. Also, I love hosting and attending meet-ups!
Why I’m a Connect Moderator: Local Guides Connect is a place where I found many friends and like-minded people. Here, I’m discovering a lot of amazing new things. I would like for many people to learn about Connect and join the Local Guides community. I try to help everyone feel comfortable on Connect, like in a huge worldwide family.
My favorite things to explore: When I travel, I like to visit historical places. I am also interested in finding beautiful street art and taking photos of it. Another thing I love is finding small cozy cafes and enjoying delicious desserts with a cup of coffee.
My favorite type of contribution(s) to make on Google Maps: I upload photos, answer questions, and write detailed reviews to share my experiences. I usually pay attention to the accessibility features of a place, take photos [of them], and highlight [them] in my reviews.
Languages I read/speak/write fluently: I live in Ukraine and have been bilingual since childhood; I speak Ukrainian and Russian fluently. I also keep improving my English skills.
Places I’d like to visit: I have a very long bucket list! I think Singapore is in the first place. I went there when I was a university student and was really impressed by it. I would like to visit it again to refresh my memory.
Fun fact about me: I am a cat lover, and I would hug every cat I find. I also love to take photos of cats, [although] it’s always a challenge!
We hope you’ve enjoyed getting to know @JaneBurunina . Say hi or ask her a question below as she has a lot to share about Google Maps and Connect.
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