Amplifying Excellence: Inside Black Python Devs with Abigail Afi Gbadago

In this conversation from DjangoCon US 2025, Abigail Afi Gbadago shares her experience serving as Program Chair for DjangoCon US and discusses the collaborative effort behind organizing one of the largest Django conferences.

Afi also talks about her leadership within the Python community, including her work supporting Python communities across Africa through Black Python Devs. She reflects on building sustainable communities, supporting local organizers, expanding opportunities through funding, and creating pathways for greater participation in open source.

Whether you're interested in conference organizing, community leadership, or growing the Python ecosystem, this conversation offers valuable insights into the people working behind the scenes to help communities thrive.

Recorded at DjangoCon US 2025 in Chicago.

Learn more about DjangoCon US:
🌐 https://2026.djangocon.us