Category: Free Software Foundation

Free Software Foundation

Anti-Fast Track mobilization to be extended after more than half a million people take action

BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA — Wednesday, February 5th, 2014 — Yesterday, a diverse network of organizations opposing Fast Track legislation, including the Free Software Foundation, announced they are extending their ten days of activism following massive and widespread public action. Since its inception on January 22nd, more than a hundred new groups have joined the effort…

Gift giving gnu advises shoppers to "give freely"

BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA — Friday, December 20th, 2013 — Yesterday, Free Software Foundation activists visited the Boston Apple store to raise awareness of more ethical alternatives for technology gifts. The activists were accompanied by a gnu (the free software movement’s buffalo-like mascot) and sported Santa hats in the spirit of the season. Shoppers were surprised…

Free Software Foundation encourages shoppers to 'Give Freely' with new Giving Guide

BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA — Wednesday, November 27, 2013 — The Free Software Foundation (FSF) today announced its 2013 Giving Guide, a resource for conscientious shoppers looking for geeky gifts that respect users’ freedom. Many holiday shoppers will be turning to gadgets and online services as gifts for friends and family, but these gifts are often…

Free Software Foundation opens nominations for the 16th Annual Free Software Awards

BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA — Thursday, October 3, 2013 — The Free Software Foundation (FSF) and the GNU Project today announced the opening of nominations for the 16th annual Free Software Awards. The Free Software Awards include the Award for the Advancement of Free Software and the Award for Projects of Social Benefit. Source: Free Software