From 6803729868a66ab79feb8aa450afd8c23e15c760 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Martin Bonnin Date: Fri, 3 Oct 2025 12:35:54 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 1/7] Update locals page --- .../community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx | 15 ++++++--------- 1 file changed, 6 insertions(+), 9 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx b/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx index fd479d983e..51413d79b6 100644 --- a/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx +++ b/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx @@ -33,20 +33,17 @@ Organizers of a Local must agree: **[GraphQL Code of Conduct](https://graphql.org/codeofconduct/)**. - Official communications will comply with the **[GraphQL Brand Guidelines](https://graphql.org/brand/)**. -- The Local accepts **GraphQL TSC oversight**: - - At least one - [GraphQL Technical Steering Committee (TSC) member](https://github.com/graphql/graphql-wg/blob/main/GraphQL-TSC.md#tsc-members) - must be granted administrator access to the Local’s online platforms (we - will assign a TSC member and supply the relevant details on approval of - your Local). - - In case of a serious Code of Conduct breach, an organizer may be replaced. +- At least one + [GraphQL Technical Steering Committee (TSC) member](https://github.com/graphql/graphql-wg/blob/main/GraphQL-TSC.md#tsc-members) + must be granted administrator access to the Local’s online platforms + - This is to ensure continuity of the community, should any of the original organizers not be available anymore. - The Local has 1 or more organizer from the area. (We're pretty flexible on the definition of "from the area", just be reasonable.) -- Each official event will have at least least one **organizer present**. +- Each official event will have at least one **organizer present**. - Official events will be held in an appropriate **professional setting**. - Official events will feature at least one GraphQL-related talk (the format can vary: lecture, lightning talk, panel, AMA, etc). -- These **talks will be recorded** and made freely available online. +- These talks will be **recorded, or photographed** if recording isn’t practical or appropriate, and made freely available online. - Official events will be be **announced at least two weeks in advance**. Popular ticketing platforms include Eventbrite, Guild.host, and Meetup.com. - Attending official events will be **affordable**. From 00e397547feb1fd85fe9610e1cd1f7d7c716e0f3 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Martin Bonnin Date: Mon, 6 Oct 2025 10:00:16 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 2/7] Update access requirements for Local's online platforms --- src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx b/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx index 51413d79b6..2d10d2d379 100644 --- a/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx +++ b/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx @@ -35,7 +35,7 @@ Organizers of a Local must agree: **[GraphQL Brand Guidelines](https://graphql.org/brand/)**. - At least one [GraphQL Technical Steering Committee (TSC) member](https://github.com/graphql/graphql-wg/blob/main/GraphQL-TSC.md#tsc-members) - must be granted administrator access to the Local’s online platforms + or [Ambassador](https://github.com/graphql/community-wg/tree/main/rfcs/ambassador-program) must be granted administrator access to the Local’s online platforms - This is to ensure continuity of the community, should any of the original organizers not be available anymore. - The Local has 1 or more organizer from the area. (We're pretty flexible on the definition of "from the area", just be reasonable.) From 66594d3916372fa5d64360efbae72a6eef993ca8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Martin Bonnin Date: Wed, 8 Oct 2025 10:46:16 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 3/7] Update administrator access requirement for locals Clarified requirement for TSC member administrator access. --- src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx | 4 ++-- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx b/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx index 2d10d2d379..874f864b81 100644 --- a/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx +++ b/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx @@ -34,8 +34,8 @@ Organizers of a Local must agree: - Official communications will comply with the **[GraphQL Brand Guidelines](https://graphql.org/brand/)**. - At least one - [GraphQL Technical Steering Committee (TSC) member](https://github.com/graphql/graphql-wg/blob/main/GraphQL-TSC.md#tsc-members) - or [Ambassador](https://github.com/graphql/community-wg/tree/main/rfcs/ambassador-program) must be granted administrator access to the Local’s online platforms + [GraphQL Technical Steering Committee (TSC) member](https://github.com/graphql/graphql-wg/blob/main/GraphQL-TSC.md#tsc-members) + must be granted administrator access to the Local’s online platforms - This is to ensure continuity of the community, should any of the original organizers not be available anymore. - The Local has 1 or more organizer from the area. (We're pretty flexible on the definition of "from the area", just be reasonable.) From 46ca77f242ae2ae9065d841a225d2a34840c6904 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benjie Gillam Date: Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:53:43 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 4/7] Implement approved changes to locals program --- .../community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx | 31 ++++++++++++++----- 1 file changed, 23 insertions(+), 8 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx b/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx index 874f864b81..7ea5b85ed3 100644 --- a/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx +++ b/src/pages/community/foundation/local-initiative.mdx @@ -33,17 +33,32 @@ Organizers of a Local must agree: **[GraphQL Code of Conduct](https://graphql.org/codeofconduct/)**. - Official communications will comply with the **[GraphQL Brand Guidelines](https://graphql.org/brand/)**. -- At least one - [GraphQL Technical Steering Committee (TSC) member](https://github.com/graphql/graphql-wg/blob/main/GraphQL-TSC.md#tsc-members) - must be granted administrator access to the Local’s online platforms - - This is to ensure continuity of the community, should any of the original organizers not be available anymore. +- The Local accepts **GraphQL TSC oversight**: + - Provides continuity for group members should we lose contact with an + organizer. + - At least one + [GraphQL Technical Steering Committee (TSC) + member](https://github.com/graphql/graphql-wg/blob/main/GraphQL-TSC.md#tsc-members) + must be granted administrator access to the Local’s online platforms. (If + you don't know any TSC members, one will be recommended when you apply.) + - In the case of a serious Code of Conduct breach, the TSC may take + appropriate actions. - The Local has 1 or more organizer from the area. (We're pretty flexible on the definition of "from the area", just be reasonable.) - Each official event will have at least one **organizer present**. - Official events will be held in an appropriate **professional setting**. -- Official events will feature at least one GraphQL-related talk (the format can - vary: lecture, lightning talk, panel, AMA, etc). -- These talks will be **recorded, or photographed** if recording isn’t practical or appropriate, and made freely available online. +- Official events will feature at least one signficant GraphQL-related activity: + - Talk: lecture, lightning talk, panel, AMA, etc + - Q&A + - Discussion / roundtable / birds of a feather + - Workshop / coding challenge / hackathon + - Live podcast/video recording + - Other ideas? Reach out! +- These **activities will be recorded**, or photographed if recording isn’t practical + or appropriate, and made freely available online with or without editing. + - Publishing to [@GraphQLFoundationTalks on + YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@GraphQLFoundationTalks) is possible - just + ask! - Official events will be be **announced at least two weeks in advance**. Popular ticketing platforms include Eventbrite, Guild.host, and Meetup.com. - Attending official events will be **affordable**. @@ -97,7 +112,7 @@ precedence after the local area name and GraphQL: Each approved Local is entitled to request the following support for each event: -- **Sponsorship** up to USD $200 per event (max 1 per quarter) for approved +- **Sponsorship** up to USD $400 per event (max 1 per quarter) for approved costs (see below). More sponsorship might be available directly from individual foundation members, see details below. - **Swag bundle**\* to distribute to speakers, attendees, or organizers (max 1 From fb5c568da4d93f4dbd0acdd0a93991a130bc54c8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benjie Gillam Date: Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:59:41 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 5/7] Draft blog post --- ...-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx | 49 +++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 49 insertions(+) create mode 100644 src/pages/blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx diff --git a/src/pages/blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx b/src/pages/blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..9251b0f9d4 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/pages/blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,49 @@ +--- +title: "GraphQL Locals 2025: Increasing Support" +tags: ["announcements", "foundation"] +date: 2025-10-16 +byline: Benjie Gillam +--- + +Since launching the **GraphQL Local Initiative** last year, communities around +the world have been gathering to share knowledge, collaborate, and strengthen +their local GraphQL ecosystems. Over the past year, we’ve seen: + +- **GraphQL London** hosting three or four events a year — with another due in November +- **GraphQL Sydney** diving into hot topics like GraphQL nullability +- **GraphQL Berlin** met the day after GraphQLConf 2025 concluded in Amsterdam, + requiring quick travel for Stephen and Michael! +- **GraphQL Hyderabad** celebrating a fantastic first meetup +- **GraphQL Austin** forming over ramen to plan a new series of events +- **GraphQL Paris** and **GraphQL Oslo** preparing to meet later this month + +We also have local organizers working to bring people together in **Białystok**, +**Philadelphia**, **Chennai**, **Belgium** and more locations! + +## We’ve heard you + +Feedback from organizers and attendees has been clear, so we're launching our +2025 refresh of the Locals program: + +- **Simpler applications:** Videos are no longer required; photos can substitute + if required +- **More flexible events:** Locals can now host more than just talks — + discussions, workshops, hackathons, Q&As, live recordings, and more are now + eligible for support +- **Increased sponsorship:** Support per event has doubled, from **USD $200 to + USD $400**, to help with food, drinks, and venue costs +- **Clearer TSC oversight:** Independent meetups often die when the organizer + steps down; by appointing a GraphQL TSC member as an admin we can help ensure + the continuity of the community over the long term + +These updates come directly from your feedback. You’re building something +amazing, and we want to support you! + +## Get involved + +Want to attend or start a GraphQL Local in your city? Find your nearest group +or apply to start one on the [GraphQL Local Initiative +page](/community/foundation/local-initiative). + +Together, we’re building a global network of local communities — sharing ideas, +growing connections, and keeping GraphQL vibrant everywhere. From a5be997b189ed988b9009274ffce4907ddbf0c07 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benjie Gillam Date: Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:02:55 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 6/7] Grammar etc --- .../2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx | 14 +++++++------- 1 file changed, 7 insertions(+), 7 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/pages/blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx b/src/pages/blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx index 9251b0f9d4..bbefd69053 100644 --- a/src/pages/blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx +++ b/src/pages/blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx @@ -11,29 +11,29 @@ their local GraphQL ecosystems. Over the past year, we’ve seen: - **GraphQL London** hosting three or four events a year — with another due in November - **GraphQL Sydney** diving into hot topics like GraphQL nullability -- **GraphQL Berlin** met the day after GraphQLConf 2025 concluded in Amsterdam, +- **GraphQL Berlin** meeting the day after GraphQLConf 2025 concluded in Amsterdam, requiring quick travel for Stephen and Michael! - **GraphQL Hyderabad** celebrating a fantastic first meetup - **GraphQL Austin** forming over ramen to plan a new series of events - **GraphQL Paris** and **GraphQL Oslo** preparing to meet later this month We also have local organizers working to bring people together in **Białystok**, -**Philadelphia**, **Chennai**, **Belgium** and more locations! +**Philadelphia**, **Chennai**, **Belgium**, and more locations! ## We’ve heard you Feedback from organizers and attendees has been clear, so we're launching our 2025 refresh of the Locals program: -- **Simpler applications:** Videos are no longer required; photos can substitute - if required +- **Simpler applications:** Videos are no longer required — photos can substitute + where needed - **More flexible events:** Locals can now host more than just talks — discussions, workshops, hackathons, Q&As, live recordings, and more are now eligible for support -- **Increased sponsorship:** Support per event has doubled, from **USD $200 to - USD $400**, to help with food, drinks, and venue costs +- **Increased sponsorship:** Support per event has doubled, from **USD $200** to + **USD $400**, to help with food, drinks, and venue costs - **Clearer TSC oversight:** Independent meetups often die when the organizer - steps down; by appointing a GraphQL TSC member as an admin we can help ensure + steps down; by appointing a GraphQL TSC member as an admin, we can help ensure the continuity of the community over the long term These updates come directly from your feedback. You’re building something From 0ccea088268326659e69c84ede7fb63a6243430d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benjie Gillam Date: Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:56:47 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 7/7] Improve wording --- .../blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx | 6 +++--- 1 file changed, 3 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/pages/blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx b/src/pages/blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx index bbefd69053..1d0b305cac 100644 --- a/src/pages/blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx +++ b/src/pages/blog/2025-10-16-graphql-local-initiative-update.mdx @@ -41,9 +41,9 @@ amazing, and we want to support you! ## Get involved -Want to attend or start a GraphQL Local in your city? Find your nearest group -or apply to start one on the [GraphQL Local Initiative -page](/community/foundation/local-initiative). +Find your nearest group in [GraphQL Events & Meetups](/community/events), or get +help setting one up via the [GraphQL Local +Initiative](/community/foundation/local-initiative). Together, we’re building a global network of local communities — sharing ideas, growing connections, and keeping GraphQL vibrant everywhere.