Django Governance - Growing Sustainable Open-Source Communities Together

Learn about Django's governance model and strategies for building sustainable open-source communities in this 26-minute conference talk from DjangoCon US 2025. Discover how Django's leadership structure operates and explore practical approaches to fostering long-term community growth and sustainability. Gain insights from Rachell Calhoun and Tim Schilling as they share their expertise on open-source project governance, community building practices, and the collaborative frameworks that help maintain healthy developer ecosystems. Understand the challenges and solutions involved in managing large-scale open-source projects while ensuring continued innovation and contributor engagement.