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All meet-ups observe the Friendly Spaces Policy; commiting to providing a welcoming experience for everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, appearance, race, and religion (and not limited to those aspects). </p> <p>Whether you are new to Wiki projects or a long-time Wikimedian, there are meet-ups happening up and down the country where you can connect with fellow Wikimedians. Currently there are meet-ups in Leeds, Edinburgh, Brighton, Oxford and London.</p> <p>You can find out more details about all the meet-ups <a href="https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Meetup" data-wpel-link="external" class="wpel-icon-right">here<i class="wpel-icon fa fa-external-link" aria-hidden="true"></i></a>. 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