Python is much more than a programming language. It is a vibrant community made up of individuals with diverse skills and backgrounds. The Maintainers Summit at PyCon US is where the Python community comes together to discuss and foster best practices on how to develop sustainable projects and nurture thriving communities. Join us to share your thoughts and ideas and learn from your peers!
DATE: Saturday, May 16th, 2026
CALL FOR PRESENTERS
We are inviting Python and Django community members to share with the PyCon US 2026 audience their insight and experience on how to develop sustainable projects and nurture thriving communities. Talk proposals from first-time speakers and from the underrepresented groups within the tech community are strongly encouraged. All talks must be presented in person.
For more details and to submit your proposal, visit: https://forms.gle/A2spX8yXuB19z7hd7
IMPORTANT DATES
CFP opens: Jan 20, 2026
CFP closes: Feb 20, 2026
CFP acceptance notifications: Feb 25, 2026
Deadline to apply for PyCon US travel grants: Feb 25, 2026 (Apply early if you need help with covering expenses to present at the Summit.)
Deadline to confirm participation: March 1, 2026
ORGANIZERS
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Inessa Pawson (NumPy, OpenTeams)
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Leah Wasser (pyOpenSci, all-contributors, stravalib)
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Mariatta Wijaya (PyLadies, CPython)
Learn more at https://secretcodes.dev/maintainer-summit