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‎SUMMARY.md‎

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* [Cardano Budget committee (CBC)](intersect-membership/intersect-committees/budget-committee.md)
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* [Cardano Product committee (CPC)](intersect-membership/intersect-committees/product-committee.md)
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* [Intersect voting events](intersect-membership/intersect-voting-events/README.md)
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* [2026 - Intersect Elections](intersect-membership/intersect-voting-events/2026-intersect-elections/README.md)
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* [April 2026 - Committee Elections](intersect-membership/intersect-voting-events/2026-intersect-elections/april-2025-committee-elections/README.md)
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* [Committees key info](intersect-membership/intersect-voting-events/2026-intersect-elections/april-2025-committee-elections/committees-key-info.md)
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* [Committee elections FAQs](intersect-membership/intersect-voting-events/2026-intersect-elections/april-2025-committee-elections/committee-elections-faqs.md)
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* [2025 - Intersect elections](intersect-membership/intersect-voting-events/intersect-elections-2025/README.md)
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* [October 2025 - Committee Elections](intersect-membership/intersect-voting-events/intersect-elections-2025/october-2025-committee-elections/README.md)
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* [Committees key info](intersect-membership/intersect-voting-events/intersect-elections-2025/october-2025-committee-elections/committees-key-info/README.md)

‎intersect-membership/intersect-voting-events/2026-intersect-elections/README.md‎

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# 2026 - Intersect Elections
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{% content-ref url="april-2025-committee-elections/" %}
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[april-2025-committee-elections](april-2025-committee-elections/)
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{% endcontent-ref %}
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‎intersect-membership/intersect-voting-events/2026-intersect-elections/april-2025-committee-elections/README.md‎

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# April 2026 - Committee Elections
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## Committee elections
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Intersect is a member-based organization (MBO), which means the community is in charge of steering and organizing the future of Cardano’s blockchain. Anyone or any organization in the community can choose to join Intersect.
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The committees are teams made up of people from the Cardano community. They steer and provide recommendations on behalf of the community at large.
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## Eligibility
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Only Individual and Enterprise members **are** eligible to apply for a seat on a committee as stated in the member benefits.
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Associates **are not** eligible to apply as they do not hold this benefit.
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## Key Dates
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<summary>Application period</summary>
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The application period will be open from **May 30** at 12 PM UTC to **April 17** at 12 PM UT&#x43;**.**
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<summary>Voting Period</summary>
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Voting will be held from **April 20** at 12 PM UTC to **May 1** at 12 PM UTC.
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<summary>Voting Results</summary>
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The results will be announced on **May 4**.
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‎intersect-membership/intersect-voting-events/2026-intersect-elections/april-2025-committee-elections/committee-elections-faqs.md‎

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# Committee elections FAQs
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This page will be updated regularly as more questions are asked.
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<summary>Can anyone apply to be elected?</summary>
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No, only individual, enterprise, and seed funder members can apply for a seat.\
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Associate members are not eligible.
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<summary>Is voting based on ada?</summary>
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No, it is one member one vote so each member will have one vote for each seat
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<summary>When are the application deadlines?</summary>
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Applications will open on March 30 and close on April 17 at 12PM UTC.
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<summary>How do I apply?</summary>
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The application form will be accessible through the member portal. Here is the [link](https://members.intersectmbo.org/)
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<summary>How do I vote?</summary>
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All voting will be conducted through the [member portal](https://members.intersectmbo.org/), where members can find more details.
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<summary>How will we ensure that the committee work doesn’t stop?</summary>
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The elections are divided into two phases: 50% of the seats were elected in October 2025, and the remaining 50% will be elected in April 2026.
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<summary>Can I still get involved if I don’t want to sit on a Committee?</summary>
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Yes, we have a variety of Working Groups and other initiatives you can get involved in. Feel free to reach out to us via email [contact@intersectmbo.org](mailto:contact@intersectmbo.org)
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<summary>Who will vote on the chair role?</summary>
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We propose the community-elected committee self-elect a chair within two weeks of the election result.
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<summary>Can a council or consortium apply for a seat?</summary>
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No, it is one person one seat.
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<summary>Where can I find out more about the committees?</summary>
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Each of the committees has a space in the [Knowledge Base](/broken/pages/GkvJbNuEi6HxlXPg1BZZ) which also includes their contact details.&#x20;
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<summary>Will the Intersect Steering Committee (previously also known as Exec Committee) also be part of the election?</summary>
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Yes, the community seats for this committee will be part of the election.
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<summary>Can an enterprise sponsored members candidate themselves for elections?</summary>
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Yes, if you are a member of an organization which is paying for an Enterprise membership and for your membership too, then you can apply to be a candidate and you can also vote in the election.
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Please note your affiliation with your organization in the application form.
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<summary>If I am elected to a committee seat can I still be part of Working Groups?</summary>
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Yes, any member can participate in Working Groups. This is actively encouraged.
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<summary>How can I support Intersect as an Associate</summary>
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Associates are very much welcome to participate in Town Halls and Working Groups.
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<summary>What happens if I’m elected to both the ISC and another committee?</summary>
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If a candidate is nominated or elected to both the ISC and another committee, they are encouraged to prioritize their seat on the ISC. In this case, the candidate would step down from their seat on the other committee, allowing the next eligible candidate to take their place.
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<summary>Can I be part of more than one committee if elected?</summary>
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While it’s possible, we strongly recommend that community members join no more than two elected committees. Each role typically requires around 20 hours of commitment per month, and taking on more than two could affect your ability to contribute effectively and sustainably.
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<summary>Will the Intersect Committee Elections be audited?</summary>
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Yes, the entire end-to-end Intersect Committee Elections process will be audited by DQuadrant. All relevant information and datasets will be appropriately shared with the audit team to ensure transparency and accountability.
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# Committees key info
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As a member-driven organization, Intersect empowers the community to shape the future of the Cardano blockchain. Our committees play a vital role in governance, strategy, and ecosystem development. To ensure transparent and effective representation, we invite community members to step forward and apply for a committee seat in the upcoming 2026 elections.
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We’ve created an **Application Pack** with detailed one-pagers for each committee, outlining their purpose and responsibilities. Download the pack, explore the opportunities, and decide where to make the biggest impact.
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{% file src="../../../../.gitbook/assets/Intersect Committee Elections - April 2026 - Application Pack.pdf" %}
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Ready to contribute to the future of Cardano? [**Apply now!**](https://members.intersectmbo.org/dashboard/voting)
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To help members learn more about the committees and engage with candidates, we will also be hosting a series of community engagement events and sharing key updates across our social media platforms. This year, in addition to the X Spaces sessions, we are also introducing the **Intersect Virtual Hub,** a dedicated online space where committees and candidates can actively campaign, connect with members, answer questions, and share their vision and goals for the community. The Virtual Hub offers a more interactive environment for networking and open discussion, helping members get to know the candidates and their ideas before casting their vote.
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If you’d like to explore the Intersect Virtual Hub, simply log in to the **Members Area** and, from the **Dashboard**, click on **“Access to the Virtual Hub.”**
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We set up a [Discord Election Channel](https://discord.com/channels/1136727663583698984/1270677346743222337) for questions, and an email [committees@intersectmbo.org](mailto:committees@intersectmbo.org).
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Want to learn more about each committee? Check out the links below for detailed information on their roles and responsibilities.
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<summary>Intersect steering committee</summary>
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**Committee overview**: The Intersect Steering Committee (ISC) is the place where committee chairs, elected community members, and the Intersect Executive team come together to integrate committee expertise, member feedback, and operational insight to help steer Intersect as a member-led organization. Unlike other committees, the ISC looks inward, providing broad, strategic recommendations to the Board rather than making binding decisions.
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**Number of committee members:** 10
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**Number of seats open for election**: 2
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To learn more about the committee, click this [link](https://app.gitbook.com/o/Prbm1mtkwSsGWSvG1Bfd/s/D2rg7EhSVnGj7fc1h3WY/).
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<summary>Cardano budget committee</summary>
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**Committee overview**: The Cardano Budget Committee (CBC) is an advisory committee that brings together relevant stakeholders from within the Cardano ecosystem. The CBC relies upon the knowledge and observations of committee members to provide guidance, support, and oversight for Cardano’s annual budget processes.
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**Number of committee members:** 10
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**Number of seats open for election**: 5
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To learn more about the committee, click this [link](https://app.gitbook.com/o/Prbm1mtkwSsGWSvG1Bfd/s/gsGMUGjBGIwHbN0vrf7v/).
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<summary>Cardano civics committee</summary>
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**Committee overview:** The Cardano Civics Committee ensures that Cardano's governance is accessible, fair, and transparent. It provides facilitation and oversight to the Cardano community on the governance. This includes developing and facilitating processes that engage the wider Cardano community in governance, coordinating with subject matter experts where needed.
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**Number of committee members:** 10
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To learn more about the committee, click this [link](https://app.gitbook.com/o/Prbm1mtkwSsGWSvG1Bfd/s/5BQdZEh6JOGB8uosMGwD/).
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<summary>Technical steering committee</summary>
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**Committee overview:** The Technical Steering Committee (TSC) provides recommendations to ensure that decisions made either on-chain or off-chain for Cardano development are based upon sound technical awareness and best practices, maintaining the security and sustainability of the blockchain.
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The TSC is primarily focused on core infrastructure, including the Layer 1 protocol, critical tooling to support the operation of Cardano, and essential infrastructure to support Layer 2 development.
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To learn more about the committee, click this [link](https://app.gitbook.com/o/Prbm1mtkwSsGWSvG1Bfd/s/Yzy77cQuAEYNjeNy3YrN/).
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**Committee overview**: The Open Source Committee (OSC) is a decision-making body, bringing together relevant stakeholders from within the Cardano ecosystem. The OSC mission's is to support the growth of Cardano through community-driven decision-making. We are committed to providing tools, policies, and guidance to ensure its success, adaptability, and accessibility.
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To learn more about the committee, click this [link](https://app.gitbook.com/o/Prbm1mtkwSsGWSvG1Bfd/s/LBdnzp0eZpGri9sVpseI/).
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**Committee Overview**: The Cardano Product Committee (CPC) assists the community by facilitating an open and transparent creation and refinement of a shared vision and strategy.
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To learn more about the committee, click this [link](https://app.gitbook.com/o/Prbm1mtkwSsGWSvG1Bfd/s/K7cBOo8O1BpQ2uwlq0BE/).
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<summary>Membership and community committee</summary>
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**Committee Overview**: The Membership and Community Committee exists to grow and support participation in Intersect and the Cardano ecosystem. MCC ensures that members are actively engaged by creating pathways for people and organizations to contribute. MCC connects Intersect to the real world. This includes supporting regional onboarding, improving member visibility, coordinating community programs, and ensuring that Intersect membership translates into activity and impact.
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To learn more about the committee, click this [link](https://app.gitbook.com/o/Prbm1mtkwSsGWSvG1Bfd/s/ZqouSToCJnFmpkx5WZw5/).
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**Committee overview**: The Growth and Marketing Committee (GMC) is a strategic planning and decision-making body, bringing together founding entities of the Cardano blockchain ecosystem and a diverse group of experienced marketing professionals. The GMC is committed to attracting, empowering and directing global marketing initiatives, breaking traditional boundaries that hinder decentralization, growth, and widespread adoption of the Cardano ecosystem.
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To learn more about the committee, click this [link](https://app.gitbook.com/o/Prbm1mtkwSsGWSvG1Bfd/s/wMyFSInrXRP8VL0iYQ2b/).
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