Volunteer Supporters Network
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The Volunteer Supporters Network (VSN) is an open network of Wikimedians supporting Wikimedia volunteers
Our mission is to enhance volunteer support in the Wikimedia movement.
The impact we want to achieve is to improve the conditions for online and offline participation of volunteers, to increase diversity and to strengthen the spirit of global cooperation and innovation.
The project of an open global volunteer supporters network got going at Wikimania 2014 in London. Since then, we exchange our expertise and experiences as well as collaborate on common issues and tasks on a regular basis by
- Establishing and maintaining communication channels for volunteer supporters from Wikimedia organisations.
- Holding meetings/workshops in the context of international Wikimedia events and beyond.
- Creating and sharing resources for volunteer support.
Highlights
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VSN Preconference at Wikimania 2026
In-person meeting in Paris with potential online option.
VSN Annual Meeting 2026
On 4–5 June 2026, the VSN will hold its first Annual Meeting since becoming a hub pilot. We want you to join us!
Introducing the VSN Advisory Group
In December 2025, the VSN reached a major milestone in our Hub Pilot – the recruitment and formation of our Advisory Group!
Wikimania Nairobi
Volunteer Supporters Network: Empowering Communities at Wikimania Nairobi.
WMAR Application
Access the grant application and associated paperwork from Wikimedia Argentina for the Hub Pilot.
Hub Pilot Project
In the 2025–2026 period, the VSN is piloting as a Hub, supported by the Hubs fund. Led by Wikimedia Argentina and Wikimedia UK.
Partnerships
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Capacity Exchange (CapX)
Official Hub pilot partnership to explore opportunities for collaboration around volunteer management capacities. Join the activities and get your VSN badge!
The VSN can be found on CapX.
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Wikipedia + Education User Group (EduWiki UG)
Official Hub pilot partnership to strengthen volunteer support within education-focused programs across the Wikimedia movement.
Official Hub pilot partnership to explore collaboration with the ESEAP community and the VSN.
How to get involved
[edit]Become a Member
Any person working in volunteer support as a staff whether paid or serving in a volunteer capacity, with a Wikimedia organization or affiliate in good standing can become a Member.