Overview

• NaNoWriMo, founded in 1999 and formalized as a nonprofit in 2006, has officially ceased operations after more than two decades.
• The organization faced six years of financial difficulties, compounded by backlash over its AI stance and allegations of inadequate forum safety measures.
• Its 2024 statement on AI, which framed criticism of the technology as classist and ableist, led to resignations from prominent authors on its board and community disapproval.
• Child safety concerns arose in 2023, including accusations of grooming by a forum moderator, further eroding trust in the organization.
• The NaNoWriMo website remains temporarily online for users to back up data, while the community explores new platforms to sustain the November writing tradition.