Youth Conference 2025/Register and Attend
Application process timeline:
edit- January 3, 2025: Application process starts
Done - January 3 – January 18: 2025 Application form is open Done
- January 18, 2025: Last day to submit your application Done
- January 18 – January 31, 2025ː The Scholarship Committee selects candidates according to set criteria Done
- February 3, 2025: Deadline for informing candidates Done
Application period is closed, the results will be published by the Scholarship committee later.
We organized online Q&A sessions to answer your questions about the application process or the Conference in general.
Below you can find some answers to the most popular questions from our applicants:
Q: How can I prove my proficiency in English?
- A: Please, record the video where you present your motivation to attend the Conference in English. Your ability to express yourself will help the Scholarship Committee to evaluate your language level.
Q: What are the expectations for the 12-month plan following the conference?
- A: We do not expect a detailed plan from applicants. It is important that the applicants have capacities and interest to be actively involved in the events of the Wiki movement.
Q: Should the recommendation letter be written in English or could it be written in the local languages? Is there any template for the letter?
- A: There is no template. The recommendation letter can be written in the local languages as long as there is an English translation provided and the applicant themselves can communicate in English.
Q: If possible, can we submit recommendation letters from more than one notable Wikimedian?
- A: In the application form you can submit only one document. In case you have multiple recommendations, please, merge them in one document. Please, note, that the recommendation letter must provide contact details of the referee.
Q: Is there a word or character limit to answer each question?
- A: No, there is no limit but we ask the applicants to keep the answers brief and to the point.
Q: Will WMCZ provide an invitation letter for persons from visa required countries?
- A: Yes, all selected applicants who require a visa to enter Czechia will receive an invitation letter.
Q: Does the scholarship cover overseas airfare, for example, from Argentina to the Czechia?
- A: Yes, the scholarship covers overseas travels, visa fees, 4 nights in a hotel and meals.
Please note that all participants of the Wikimedia Youth Conference Prague 2025 are expected to respect and abide by the Wikimedia Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct. We intend to provide a positive, productive, and welcoming environment for all participants, so Individuals not cooperating with these policies may be asked to leave the event.
Participant profile:
edit- young active Wikimedian, organizational wiki experience as a great advantage,
- aged 18 - 26,
- eager to discuss, learn and collaborate with others.
- Due to the nature of the event, a very good level of English communication is a prerequisite, participants will be together throughout the event to discuss, present to each other,
- the intention to stay engaged in the Wikimedia movement (at least in the next 12 months),
- representation of a specific Wikimedia community, region, language an advantage.
Scholarship requirements
edit- minimum age 18 years (14 May 2025 at the latest),
- possibility to travel to the Czech Republic,
- intention to devote a minimum of 12 months after the event to active involvement in the Wikimedia movement in an organizing role,
- a recommendation from a local Affiliate (Chapter, User Group, Thematic Organization, Hub) or active Wikimedian can personally guarantee the organizational involvement of a participant and representation of a specific Wikimedia community (with active contact).
