At FOSS4G Europe 2025 in Mostar, a passionate group of trainers and educators in open-source geospatial technology came together during a Birds of a Feather event to explore synergies and opportunities for collaboration. This gathering sparked the formation of a dedicated working group, united by the vision to define our global role and responsibility in fostering a more inclusive and impactful geospatial community.

With a clear mission and shared values, this talk will present the journey of our emerging community—highlighting our achievements so far and outlining the next steps we envision. Our goal is to inspire others to join us in shaping the future of open geospatial education.

Key challenges we aim to address:
- How can we engage high school students early and welcome them into the community?
- How can we reach mapping enthusiasts who lack access to expensive educational programs and provide them with meaningful learning experiences?
- Can we collaboratively create and maintain a portfolio of essential open-source learning materials?
- What makes documentation truly empowering, enabling anyone to become an active GIS user?

We warmly invite all interested individuals to get involved, contribute, and help us grow this vibrant community. Be inspired, get curious, and discover how you can make a difference in the world of open geospatial education!