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@@ -37,12 +37,31 @@ are very appreciative of the work done by translators and proofreaders!
> sure that you have a history of contributing translations to the GitLab
> project.
-1. Once your translations have been accepted,
- [open a merge request](https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/gitlab-ce/merge_requests/new)
- to request Proofreader permissions and add yourself to the list above.
+1. Contribute translations to GitLab. See instructions for
+ [translating GitLab](translation.md).
+
+ Translating GitLab is a community effort that requires team work and
+ attention to detail. Proofreaders play an important role helping new
+ contributors, and ensuring the consistency and quality of translations.
+ Your conduct and contributions as a translator should reflect this before
+ requesting to be a proofreader.
+
+1. Request proofreader permissions by opening a merge request to add yourself
+ to the list of proofreaders.
+
+ Open the [proofreader.md source file][proofreader-src] and click **Edit**.
+
+ Add your language in alphabetical order, and add yourself to the list
+ including:
+
+ - name
+ - link to your GitLab profile
+ - link to your CrowdIn profile
In the merge request description, please include links to any projects you
have previously translated.
1. Your request to become a proofreader will be considered on the merits of
your previous translations.
+
+[proofreader-src]: https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/gitlab-ce/blob/master/doc/development/i18n/proofreader.md