The Wikimedia movement has a vibrant community of people who develop tools, reuse data, maintain infrastructure, and contribute to the technological development of our projects. However, in Latin America, it has not always been easy to find spaces where we can connect, share experiences, and discuss the technical and sociotechnical challenges facing our region.

Following conversations among Wikimedians from different countries, the LATAM Technical Community Calls began in April 2026. This collaborative initiative aims to connect people interested in Wikimedia technologies, share knowledge, and strengthen regional collaboration.

A space to connect and share

Before these calls began, many of our opportunities to meet happened during international events, such as the Wikimedia Hackathon. Paradoxically, people from neighboring Latin American countries often found themselves meeting thousands of kilometers away from our region.…