From Around the World to Boston
Published on May 9th, 2026
The response from the Fab Lab network has been nothing short of inspiring.
Over the past weeks, we received more than 100 applications for the FAB26 Community Access Pass, each one sharing powerful stories of impact, resilience, and commitment to making digital fabrication accessible in communities around the world. From grassroots initiatives to large-scale programs, the submissions reminded us why this global network continues to grow stronger every year.
A Commitment to the Community
At the Fab Foundation, we believe that access matters.
This year, we have committed approximately $15,000 USD to support participation from across the network ensuring that more voices, perspectives, and experiences are present at FAB26 Boston. Through this initiative, we are supporting selected participants with access to the conference, helping make this global gathering more inclusive and representative of the communities it serves.
While we wish we could support everyone who applied, we are deeply grateful to each of you who took the time to share your story with us. Your work continues to shape the future of Fab Labs in meaningful ways.
We are excited to welcome this year’s recipients, who will be joining us in Boston from across the globe:
- Aniruddh Mali from Gandhinagar, India
- Vaneza Caycho from Virginia, USA
- Delia Barriga from Lima, Peru
- Alvaro Toledo from Córdoba, Argentina
- Oluwapelumi Ojo from Abuja, Nigeria
- Matthew Koomson from Takoradi, Ghana
- Paula Vazquez from Puebla, Mexico
- Lambert Rulindana from Gasabo, Rwanda
- Fran Flaherty from Pittsburgh, USA
- Elaine Regina from Bali, Indonesia
- Jorge Montalvo from Cali, Colombia
- Federica Selleri from Bologna, Italy
- Noor Suwaidan from Manama, Bahrain
- Brian Purvis from Chattanooga, USA
- Augusto Vanegas from Miami, USA
- Carlos Valladares from San Salvador, El Salvador
- Ala Janbek from Amman, Jordan
Each of these individuals represents the diversity and strength of the Fab Lab network, and we are honored to support their participation at FAB26.
FAB26 is more than a conference: it’s a global moment to come together, share knowledge, and imagine what the next 25 years of Fab Labs can look like.
Whether you’re part of a Fab Lab, an educator, a researcher, or simply curious about the future of making, we invite you to be part of this experience.
🎟 Tickets are available now at https://fab26.fabevent.org/tickets
Secure your spot and join us in Boston, July 27–31, 2026
To everyone who applied: THANK YOU. Your stories moved us, and your work continues to inspire this community.
