Global GLAM Calls/Topic Requests
Topic Requests
[edit]Through the agenda form, members of the community have already requested the following topics that they would like to have presentations or activities on. If you have knowledge, skills, or expertise on any of these, please reach out via the agenda form with your proposal!
- Wikimedia projects and (digital) repatriation of cultural heritage
- University librarians supporting underresourced other GLAMs
- Digitization (lo-fi)
- Safe AI tools for the culture and heritage sector
(Subject to change)
Themes in 2026 from the Strategic Pillars
[edit]Language Minorities
- Build technical infrastructure and training programs to support contributors from underrepresented linguistic communities
- Measure success through increased minority language contributors, available materials, and assessed community capacity
Recognition
- Map GLAM-Wiki stakeholders to establish shared priorities, definitions, and clear participation pathways
- Track impact through stakeholder engagement, documentation of institutional transformations, and public metrics dashboards
Community (Mental) Health as a Priority
- Establish sustainable care practices including mentorship programs, safe event spaces, and mutual support networks to reduce burnout
- Monitor community wellbeing through surveys measuring burnout, satisfaction, belonging, and retention rates
More Robust Technical Infrastructure
- Develop a comprehensive 2025 technical roadmap addressing critical infrastructure needs and tool repairs (like Pattypan)
- Create a technical working group to prioritize initiatives, secure funding, and establish sustainable maintenance practices
Small GLAMs
- Lower barriers for small institutions and community groups by expanding GLAM definitions and creating accessible starter toolkits
- Increase participation from diverse, non-traditional partners through curated project opportunities matched to their capacity