Wouldn't it be great if we were back in Asia in 2028? There are probably a few cities that could host (I'm looking at you, Jakarta).
Pastor Cary Bass-Deschenes (they/them) mobile: 415-513-9001 ________________________________ From: effe iets anders via Wikimania-l <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 11:14 AM To: Wikimania general list (open subscription) <[email protected]> Cc: effe iets anders <[email protected]> Subject: [Wikimania-l] Call for Expressions of Interest to host Wikimania Hi everyone, On behalf of the Wikimania Steering Committee [1] we are welcoming expressions of interest<https://wikimania.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimania:Expressions_of_Interest/Current_call> [<https://wikimania.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimania:Expressions_of_Interest/Current_call>2] from community groups to host Wikimania in 2028 and 2029. Wikimania is the annual international conference that brings together members of the Wikimedia movement, fostering collaboration, learning, and celebration of free knowledge. The event is guided by the Steering Committee, organized by a core organizing team of volunteers [3] and closely supported by the Movement Communications team [4] in the Wikimedia Foundation. We welcome community groups that are enthusiastic and capable of managing the logistical and organizational responsibilities of hosting this large-scale conference. If your group is ready to take on the honor and challenge of hosting Wikimania, we encourage you to submit an expression of interest. You can propose several cities at this stage. Make sure to consult with your local community before submitting. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions or comments. You can express your interest on wiki or email us at [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. You can add your group and location to the list until 1 June 2026, and edit your proposal until 15 June 2026 (anywhere on earth). Best regards, Lodewijk Gelauff on behalf of Wikimania Steering Committee and WMF Movement Communications team [1] https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimania_Committee [2] https://wikimania.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimania:Expressions_of_Interest/Current_call [3] https://wikimania.wikimedia.org/wiki/2026:Organizers [4] https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Foundation/Communications/Movement_Communications
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