Code of Conduct

Python Ugep is committed to a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and harassment-free environment for everyone.

Expected Behaviour

Unacceptable Behaviour

Reporting an Incident

If you experience or witness behaviour that violates this Code of Conduct, please report it as soon as possible. Reports may be made confidentially by:

Every report will be treated seriously, handled respectfully, and investigated promptly while protecting the privacy of everyone involved as much as possible.

Enforcement Team

Freda Okoro Obi

Wofai K. Ntem

Victory Ubi

Members of the team will be clearly identified during the conference.

Enforcement & Scope

The organizing team reserves the right to take any action necessary to maintain a safe and welcoming environment. This Code applies to all conference activities, including sessions, workshops, social events, and online communication.

Adapted from the Python Software Foundation Code of Conduct. By participating in Python Ugep 2026, all attendees agree to abide by this Code.

Ugep · 28 Dec 2026

Python Ugep
Conference 2026

Building the next generation of Python developers in underserved communities of Southern Nigeria.

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Speakers & Mentors

Meet the practitioners and community leaders guiding Python Ugep 2026

Freda Okoro

Freda Okoro

Digital Development Specialist

Freda is actively interested in reaching out to people from less developed regions with digital skills that could possibly change their lives.

Digital Inclusion
Joseph Chimezie

Joseph Chimezie

Senior Backend Engineer

Joseph now focuses on scalable systems with Python, including microservices and cloud-native development.

Scalable Systems
Kenyor K. Ntem

Kenyor K. Ntem

Senior AI Engineer · Previous Lead

Now with over 8 years industry experience, Kenyor brings new expertise in generative AI and computer vision to the 2025 program.

AI & Computer Vision
Edinyanga Ottoho

Richard Akintola

Python Programmer

He is very efficient in Python Programming and he brings hands-on programming experience that can help participants gain and strengthen their Python skills/capabilities.

Python Programmer · Software Developer
Edinyanga Ottoho

Edinyanga Ottoho

Fullstack Engineer

He has great understanding for algorithms and has contributed to web3, cybersecurity, frontend design and many more.

Algorithms · Web3

Core pillars

Five pillars that drive our mission

Python Education

Hands-on workshops, masterclasses & study groups.

Community Development

Monthly meetups, volunteer training & regional collab.

Open Source

Git training, sprints & contribution mentorship.

Education Partnerships

University clubs, teacher training & student outreach.

Career Development

Talks, portfolio reviews & industry networking.

Strategic roadmap

2026 – 2030 · building a self‑sustaining Python community

2026

Strengthening the Foundation

Building a stronger community
  • 3rd Python Ugep conference
  • 100+ first‑time learners
  • 10+ institutions represented
  • 15+ volunteers
250+ participants · post‑event engagement
2027

Expanding Access

Growing beyond Ugep
  • 5 university Python clubs
  • Quarterly community workshops
  • Mentorship network launch
350+ participants · active mentorship
2028

Building Leaders

From learners to leaders
  • Develop community speakers
  • Open‑source sprints
  • Volunteer → organizer track
Multiple open‑source events · regional growth
2029

Scaling Community Impact

Growing sustainable communities
  • Ambassador Programme
  • Outreach to underserved areas
  • Local sponsorship growth
Ambassadors across locations · institutional partnerships
2030

Achieving Sustainability

Self‑sustaining Python community
  • Locally funded annual conference
  • Year‑round community programmes
  • Model for underserved regions
Recognised as leading community‑driven Python initiative

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Schedule

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Prospectus

Discover partnership opportunities and sponsorship packages.

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Code of Conduct

We are committed to a safe, inclusive environment for everyone.

Gallery

Moments from 2024 & 2025

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