HPR4166: Everybody organize Software Freedom Day!

Introduction Event: LibrePlanet Topic: Relaunching Software Freedom Day and the surrounding movement. Editing Note: The recording was edited to remove some visuals. Background Personal Involvement: I have been organizing Software Freedom Day (SFD) in Brussels since 2012. Digital Freedom Foundation (DFF): A nonprofit organization that has gone through various names and legal states. Focuses on celebrating digital freedom through various events. Initially focused on Software Freedom, later expanding to Hardware Freedom and Document Freedom. Briefly included Education Freedom Day and Culture Freedom Day, but resources were limited. History of Software Freedom Day 2004 Origins: Matt Oquist recognized the quality of free software and lamented its obscurity. Collaborated with the OpenCD project to create and distribute CDs containing free software. CDs were distributed to various groups, organizations, and libraries to raise awareness. Importance of Software Freedom Awareness and Advocacy: Emphasis on the importance of making the public aware of the benefits and availability of free software. Efforts to advocate for the use of free software in various domains. Evolution and Challenges Expansion of Focus: The movement expanded from Software Freedom to include Hardware and Document Freedom. Periodic inclusion of Education and Culture Freedom days to address broader aspects of digital freedom. Resource Limitations: Challenges faced due to limited resources, leading to a focus on the most impactful areas. Conclusion Call to Action: Encouragement for individuals and organizations to participate in and support Software Freedom Day. Emphasis on the collective effort required to promote and sustain the movement. Additional Information Contact and Participation: Register your event on the website or keep an eye on the blog for updates or inspiration Join the chat on the Software Freedom Day Matrix channel Follow us on Mastodon