DPC Program of Activities for 2025- 2026

The prospectus is the DPC’s plan for the next twelve months is out now. It outlines upcoming publications, training opportunities, webinars, specialist briefings and supporting resources. Specifically shaped by the evolving needs of our members, it aims to empower and support the global digital preservation community. Accessible in multiple languages and time zones, the program ensures that no matter their location, members of the digital preservation community can stay informed, connected, and equipped for the challenges ahead. 

Among the highlights of the coming year is the DPC Members Fora and Networking Event series, which will take place in person across three continents: Australasia, Europe, and the Americas. Additionally, on 6 November 2025,  World Digital Preservation Day returns, featuring the launch of a global advocacy campaign 'Why Preserve?'

They will begin work on new courses such as Preserving E-Publications and Getting Started with Advocacy for Digital Preservation. To accommodate diverse schedules, a program of online events will cater for different time zones, providing insight and advice on topics including ‘Disaster Planning', 'Working with Floppy Disks', 'Cybersecurity' and 'The Environmental Impact of Digital Preservation'. These sessions will then be complemented by an expanded range of task forces and working groups, offering focused peer support on specialized areas of digital preservation.

Of particular note this year is the launch of the Carbon Footprint Toolkit, a timely and practical resource to help organizations assess and reduce the environmental impact of their digital preservation activities. In parallel, a new Task Force on Indigenous Cultural Material will convene members across Australasia and the Asia-Pacific to explore respectful, community-led approaches to managing digital Indigenous heritage, in partnership with traditional owners and custodians.

Read more to find out what else the DPC has planned for 2025-2026 here.