Join our community: !openstreetmap@lemmy.ml
Also, you answered the question backwards, but I don’t mind XD
Look for a local hackerspace, they might have the right connections. Most of them have regular (often weekly) ‘social nights’ where you can hang out.
Https://Mapcomplete.osm.be/hackerspaces has an (incomplete) listing
Join our community: !openstreetmap@lemmy.ml
Also, you answered the question backwards, but I don’t mind XD