Geography Awareness Week at HeiGIT

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Location

Heidelberg

Date & Time

November 19, 2025 7:00 pm

As part of Geography Awareness Week, HeiGIT is hosting a series of events in partnership with several organizations & institutes.

19 November – Mapathon

Join us for a mapathon to support humanitarian organizations working on the ground. No prior mapping experience required – just bring your laptop and mouse, and we’ll provide the training, snacks, and drinks.

20 November – Online meeting: gender bias and participation in OpenStreetMap

Participate in our online panel discussion exploring gender bias and participation patterns in OpenStreetMap. Featuring insights from leading experts in the field, this session will examine challenges and opportunities for creating a more inclusive mapping community.

21 November – Critical Mapping Workshop

Benjamin Herfort leads an interactive workshop exploring alternative mapping practices and critical perspectives on geographic information.

All events are free and open to the public. Specific times and locations will be shared shortly.