Remember that these are annual badges — now is a great time to finish for 2022.  Advocacy is an ongoing commitment; it's never one-and-done. Next year, you can qualify for the 2023 badge as well, extending and expanding your eminence. 

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There are three levels of digital IBM Z and LinuxONE Community Advocacy badges: 

• Contributor (Level 1)
• Advocate (Level 2)
• Influencer (Level 3)
  
  

More information about the different levels can be found here. 

As an example, let's talk about the Level 1 Contributor badge, and how you can earn it in just three easy steps.

Step One: Join Fans of IBM zSystems Hub.

Step Two: Achieve two acts of advocacy by contributing to the IBM zSystems community.

Here’s a list of possible contributions.  (Remember, you only need two.)

• Convince another colleague or friend to join Fans of IBM zSystems Hub
• Create one blog post on the IBM Z and LinuxONE Community (which includes our group, the ISV Ecosystem User Group)
• Create one LinkedIn post about IBM Z Xplore Learning Platform (social kit available here)
• Write an article or blog on online forums such as IBM Developer, Medium, or LinkedIn
• Make a presentation at a conference
• Host a webinar
• Mentor a student or community member

There are other opportunities, as well.  More advocacy ideas can be found here. 

Step Three: Apply for your badge here.

For more about IBM zSystems advocacy, view our z/Now!  webinar with IBM Z Ecosystem Influencer Program Manager Sudharsana Srinivasan.