# Open Source committee (OSC)

Intersect’s Open Source Committee fosters the development and evolution of Cardano as a community-led, decentralized open-source project. Our mission is to support the growth of Cardano through community-driven decision-making. By delivering essential tools, establishing clear policies, and providing expert guidance, we ensure Cardano remains adaptive, accessible, and positioned for long-term success.

## Why is this committee important?

The committee acts as a rallying point for members to get advice on building in an open-source environment.

## Which topics does this committee cover?

* Manage and oversee the allocation and use of OSC Budget
* Provide strategic direction and input on Intersect's open-source initiatives and policies
* Review and approve the OSO Annual Roadmap
* Manage and lead various working groups
* Evaluate the output of working groups and the OSO
* Oversee OSO Project Support Services, such as project selection and vendor review

## How to join?

* The Open Source Committee is held publicly every other Thursday at 2-3pm UTC. This call is [open to everyone](https://meet.google.com/eeb-qjbx-agw). If time permits, there is an open-ended questions section at the end of each meeting.
* Members can also participate in the Discord thread [#open-source-committee](https://discord.com/channels/1136727663583698984/1158760831203430470) under Intersect’s Discord page.
* The OSC participates in Intersect committee elections to select the next cohort of members. Intersect always communicates details on how to apply and vote well in advance of each election.

## Extra info or links

* The OSC approved governance policy can be found [here](https://intersect.gitbook.io/open-source-committee/policies/governance)
* Learn more about the Paid Open Source Model [here](https://committees.docs.intersectmbo.org/intersect-open-source-committee/about/open-source-office-oso/intersecting-open-source-and-sustainability-a-paid-open-source-model-for-ecosystems)

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