From the 17th of June to the 21st of June 2009, the First Central American
Free Software Summit took place in Nicaragua’s northern mountains close to Estelí.
Over 80 people gathered from all Central American countries, as well as others from all over the world (Mexico, Venezuela, Spain, Austria and Germany). Everyone was connected through the shared ideology of Free Software and open collaboration. The majority of attendees actively participate in local Linux User Groups in their respective countries. At the summit, participants were eager to discuss topics such as Free Software and government, the translation and adaptation of open licenses to local jurisdictions, and the role of women and Free Software in education.
There were many interesting workshops on various topics. I feel
very honoured to have been invited to lead a Drupal workshop.
Beyond the official agenda, there was plenty of time to get to know (almost) everyone quite well. It was a very stimulating exchange and many new, promising ideas emerged.
An important step was also taken by founding a commission that will organize the Central American Free Software movement and future events.
A general and public declaration was set up and signed by the attendants.