Django: 2025 Malcolm Tredinnick Memorial Prize awarded to Tim Schilling

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We are pleased to announce that the 2025 Malcolm Tredinnick Memorial Prize has been awarded to Tim Schilling!

Tim embodies the values that define the Django community: generosity, respect, thoughtfulness, and a deep commitment to supporting others. He is a tireless community leader who creates spaces where newcomers thrive ❤️ exactly in the spirit of our prize and Malcolm Tredinnick’s work.

About Tim

As a co-founder of Djangonaut Space, Tim has encouraged countless people to take their first steps as contributors. With the overall program but also specific initiatives like co-writing sessions, Space Reviewers, Cosmic Contributors. Many community members trace their involvement in Django back to Tim’s encouragement and support.

Beyond Djangonaut Space, Tim serves on the Django Steering Council, is one of the founders of Django Commons, and is an active member of DEFNA, supporting DjangoCon US. He is known for thoughtful feedback, amplifying others’ work, and encouraging people to step forward for leadership roles.

https://www.djangoproject.com/weblog/2025/oct/10/malcolm-prize-awarded-to-tim-schilling/