Community EngineThe National Infrastructure for UK Tech Communities
Community Engine, a verified register of UK tech communities, speakers and partners launching January 6th, 2026
Professional Infrastructure for the UK Tech Ecosystem
Community Stack aims to strengthen the social and digital infrastructure that enables communities to learn, grow, and thrive together.
Our mission: Build the next generation of social infrastructure
Our work centres on:
Operational guidance
Best practices for community leaders
Discoverability
Visibility and clear pathways
Governance
Trust signals and standards
Collaboration
UK-wide inclusion and connection
Four Directories — One National Register
Community Engine is a national initiative to map, modernise and support UK tech communities through verified directories and community standards.
It provides clear pathways for:
- •People to find relevant communities and opportunities
- •Speakers and experts to connect with event organisers
- •Venues and partners to support local tech ecosystems
- •Sponsors to invest responsibly and confidently
Community Engine brings structure, trust and data to a fragmented landscape.
UK Tech Community Directory
A verified national map of meetups, user groups and community organisations.
Register Your CommunitySpeaker Directory
A trusted way for organisers to discover industry experts and educators.
Join as a SpeakerVenue Directory
Showcase spaces that host and support tech communities and skill development.
Register as VenuePartner Directory
Highlight organisations that support and invest in tech communities.
Register as PartnerWhy It Matters
This is about strengthening the entire UK tech community ecosystem.
Communities become easier to discover
Partners can engage safely and transparently
Standards support sustainable growth
Inclusion and accessibility improve nationwide
Data informs national skills and innovation strategy
How It Works
Getting started with Community Engine is simple. Follow these four steps to join the national network.
Early registrations receive priority placement and first access to tools and resources
Submit your details
Fill out a short form
Review & verification
Community Stack verifies your information
Your listing goes live
Published at launch
Ongoing updates
Support as the network scales
Who Should Join
If you help grow the UK tech community — you belong in Community Engine.
Community organisers
Speakers & educators
Regional tech clusters & skills bodies
Non-profits supporting digital inclusion
Enterprise tech teams supporting local talent
Power the UK Tech Community
Become a hub for innovation by hosting the events that shape the future of UK tech.
Get Discovered
Connect your venue with tech communities looking for event spaces across the UK
Showcase Your Space
Display your venue's capabilities, capacity, and amenities to the right audience
Manage Bookings
Streamline event hosting with integrated scheduling and community connections
Build Relationships
Form lasting partnerships with community organisers and event leaders
Fuel Innovation Across the UK
Partner with us to empower tech communities and drive meaningful impact across the UK tech ecosystem.
Brand Visibility
Reach thousands of tech community members and position your brand at the heart of UK tech
Strategic Impact
Support grassroots innovation and help build the next generation of tech talent
Growth Opportunities
Connect with communities, startups, and innovators driving the tech ecosystem forward
Collaborative Network
Join an ecosystem of partners committed to strengthening UK tech communities
Our Goals for 2026
Together, we make the UK the best place in the world to run a tech community.
verified UK tech communities
speakers connected to events
partners and venues onboarded
National insights for policymakers and industry leaders
Improved access and opportunity across the UK
Join the Launch Cohort
Be part of the national community infrastructure from day one.