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The Maintainers is a global research and practice network that is focused on advancing maintenance, repair, and care. We convene interdisciplinary change-makers, researchers, practitioners, and every-day people who center maintenance, repair, and care and the myriad forms of labor, expertise, and infrastructure that sustain our human built world.
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Recent Posts
Introducing cave formation repair in the Yucatán Peninsula, México.
– by Ana K. Celis Introducing cave formation repair in the Yucatán Peninsula, México. Imagine standing at the entrance of a dark cave. The world outside is busy, “alive” with the sounds of traffic, people, with everything familiar and … More →
Where We’re Going… A New Network-led Chapter!
Dear Maintainers, We’re delighted to officially introduce you to the 2025–26 Interim Maintainers Steering Committee. This is a group of thoughtful, experienced, and passionate individuals stepping into a shared leadership role for the next phase of The Maintainers … More →