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Initiatives Overview

Initiatives by FOSS United

FOSS United runs and supports a wide range of initiatives aimed at building a stronger Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) ecosystem in India.

  1. FOSS Grant: Provides financial grants to support promising FOSS projects, encouraging innovation, sustainability, and collaboration.

  2. Events: Organizes and sponsors events such as IndiaFOSS and FOSS Hack to bring together the community, foster collaboration, and celebrate FOSS culture.

  3. Public Policy Initiative: Conducts research and advocacy around FOSS-related public policies, aiming to influence government regulations and promote openness in technology governance.

  4. OASIS: A network of organizations committed to the belief that FOSS can empower social enterprises, citizen sector organizations, and communities to create scalable, positive impact.

  5. FOSS Clubs Program: Supports the creation and growth of FOSS Clubs in educational institutions to nurture the next generation of open source contributors.

  6. FOSS Pledge: A public declaration of support on Free and Open Source Software by individuals and organizations.

  7. Mon School: An educational platform offering courses that emphasize creativity, critical thinking, and foundational skills, especially for beginners and young learners.

  8. Job Board: Connects FOSS developers and contributors with organizations seeking talent, helping to bridge the gap between the FOSS ecosystem and the job market.

  9. FOSS Event Grant: Provides financial support to community-driven FOSS events.

These initiatives reflect FOSS United multifaceted approach to promoting Free and Open Source Software in India. By actively working across policy, education, community building, and infrastructure, FOSS United aims to play a key role in shaping the future of the open source movement in the country.