The dedication and determination of its contributors has helped the
free software movement chart a course to a freer digital
tomorrow. Whether you realize it or not, simply using free software
makes you a part of our collective journey to freedom. On the way to
our destination, there are those inspiring individuals and projects
who go above and beyond in their dedication to the movement and its
principles. Now, it's time for us to show these community members and
projects that we appreciate their vital work.
Each year, the Free Software Foundation (FSF) presents the Free
Software Awards to a select group of individuals and projects as a
formal expression of the community's appreciation. These awards are
given out at LibrePlanet, our conference for activists, hackers,
law professionals, artists, educators, students, policymakers,
tinkerers, free software beginners, and anyone fighting against
user-abusive antifeatures and bulk government surveillance. With the
Free Software Awards, we let these people and projects know that their
work is deeply appreciated. It's our way of thanking them for playing
a vital role in bringing the movement closer to its goals.
The deadline for nominations is November 30 at 23:59 (11:59 PM)
AoE (Anywhere on Earth).
Maybe you've been inspired by the work of a particular member of the
free software community, or maybe you have been impressed by the great
strides made by a project that incorporates free software into its
platform for social change. We invite you to take a moment to
acknowledge each of them by nominating them for an award in one of
three categories:
Be advised that counting on others to nominate the projects who
inspire you might lead to your choice not getting nominated.
Additionally, the more nominations an organization or person receives,
the more it will make an impression on the award committee. Taking
initiative and speaking up for the community are important parts of
free software advocacy, and we urge you to make your voice heard.
Award for the Advancement of Free Software
The FSF Award for the Advancement of Free Software is presented
annually to a single individual who has made a great contribution to
the progress and advancement of free software through activities that
are in accord with the spirit of the community. Previous award winners
are listed on the FSF Web site.
The FSF Award for Projects of Social Benefit is presented to an
organization or team responsible for applying the principles of the
free software movement to a project that intentionally and
significantly benefits society in other aspects of life. Previous
award winners are listed on the FSF Web site.
Award for Outstanding New Free Software Contributor
The Award for Outstanding New Free Software Contributor is presented
annually to an individual newcomer to the community who has
demonstrated an outstanding dedication to software freedom. The award
recipient must have made their first significant free software-related
contributions in 2022, and show a pattern of ongoing activity. Their
contributions may have included things like: empowering the community
by organizing local meetups, software development, becoming involved
in the strategic or logistical planning of a project, working on
documentation, or helping to make improvements in the environment to
attract and keep contributors. Previous award winners are listed on
the FSF Web site.
By drawing attention to groups and individuals who have pushed the
movement forward, we inspire both new and existing community members
to incorporate free software into their daily lives, thereby "charting
the course" to a brighter future for all. Please take the time to show
these people and projects that you appreciate them by nominating them
today -- and we'll see you (in person and online!) at this year's
LibrePlanet.
