Dear Social Media Communication Enthusiasts,

Wikimania 2025 is just around the corner! This year’s conference, themed "Wikimania at 20: Inclusivity. Impact. Sustainability.", will take place in Nairobi, Kenya from August 6-9, with a pre-conference on August 5. We invite you to be part of this milestone event by submitting program proposals on or before March 31, 2025.

As social media champions for Wikimedia projects, your perspectives and expertise are essential to making this conference impactful and memorable. Here are some ideas for sessions you might consider proposing: ● Building Inclusive Digital Communities: Explore how social media can amplify voices and foster diversity within Wikimedia projects. ● Creating Sustainable Social Media Strategies: Share innovative approaches to promote Wikimedia projects while minimizing resource intensity. ● Showcasing Impact: Present case studies that highlight measurable success in engaging audiences through social media campaigns.

Let’s make this conference truly global and accessible for everyone. Proposals can be presented in various formats: ● Remote presentations from the comfort of your home or workplace. ● Pre-recorded sessions to share at the conference. ● Onsite presentations in Nairobi, Kenya.

You are encouraged to visit the program submission site at https://wikimania.wikimedia.org/wiki/2025:Program to send in your proposals. For suggestions, comments, or assistance, feel free to email us at **wikimania@wikimedia.org**. Our dedicated team of volunteers will be ready to support you.

Your insights and creativity are invaluable. Let’s celebrate 20 years of Wikimania with sessions that inspire inclusivity, drive impact, and support sustainability.

Warm regards,

Butch Bustria https://wikimania.wikimedia.org/wiki/2025:Organisers