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Locals Initiative Overview

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The GraphQL Foundation’s primary mission is to ensure the continued evolution of the GraphQL specification and reference implementations. As part of this mission, we strive to provide collaboration infrastructure that fosters a culture of community and innovation. Local get-togethers play a crucial role in this, bringing together developers, library maintainers, vendors, and enthusiasts to share knowledge and collaborate.

The GraphQL Foundation's Local initiative exists to better support these meets. This initiative provides a framework for organizing local GraphQL user groups and offers support to each approved group (hereafter, a “Local”).

What the GraphQL Local Initiative Offers​

We recognize how much effort is required to organize local events: from finding venues, speakers, sponsors and refreshments to preparing slides, driving awareness, ensuring inclusivity, and much more - there’s a lot to do! The GraphQL Local Initiative enables us to lighten your load a little by offering a modest sponsorship, slide templates, code of conduct, guidelines, swag, promotion, and more.

Requirements for GraphQL Locals​

For the full list of requirements, see the official GraphQL Local Initiative page. The following is a brief summary.

To ensure the success and consistency of these local events, local groups must:

  • adhere to the GraphQL Code of Conduct and Brand Guidelines
  • have at least one local organizer
  • add a TSC member as an admin (to ensure continuity, and help with CoC adherance)
  • have an online presence where tickets may be requested

Further, each event must:

  • have at least one organizer present
  • be hosted at a professional location
  • include a significant GraphQL-related activity
  • be affordable
  • be announced ahead of time
  • report back on attendance and feedback

How to Get Involved​

We encourage all community members passionate about GraphQL to get involved. Whether you want to organize an event in your local city or simply participate, your involvement helps strengthen the GraphQL community.

To find out more and apply for official recognition and support for your local event, please visit the official GraphQL Local Initiative page.

Let’s keep building a vibrant, supportive, and innovative GraphQL community together!