Welcome to the Czech Open Source Policy Forum 2024!

Hosted by Open Cities, the Czech Open Source Policy Forum 2024 is an event of paramount importance that celebrates the launch of the Czech Republic's first Open Source Policy Office (OSPO). This gathering is a testament to the collaborative efforts of leading organizations in the open source domain, marking a significant leap forward in the Czech National OSPO's journey.

The forum is not merely an event; it's a pivotal moment for the future of open source across public administration, academia, and beyond. It aligns with the European Union's vision for a digitalized, interoperable continent. We're bringing together policymakers, technologists, and open source advocates from around the world to engage in discussions set to shape the future of open source technologies within state and local governments.

This event represents a significant opportunity for stakeholders involved in open source policy and its implementation across Europe. We invite you to join us as we navigate the complexities of adopting open source technologies, aiming to foster a collaborative environment that benefits society and governance at large.

This event is happening under the patronage of the 20th-anniversary celebrations of the Czech Republic in the European Union.

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Programme:

9:00-10:00 Registration + Coffee

10:00-10:15 Welcome speech | Ivan Bartoš, Deputy Prime Minister for Digitisation and Minister of Regional Development, Czech Government

10:15-10:45 National Open Source Program Offices and its role in digital sovereignty | Axel Thévenet, Policy Advisor, OpenForum Europe

10:45-11:00 European Commission perspective on Open Source | Gijs Hillenius, DG DIGIT, European Commision (online)

11:00-11:15 OSPOs going global | Jacob Green, OSPO++; Omar Mohsine, United Nations

11:15-11:30 OSPOs as a global driver of digitalization | Omar Mohsine, United Nations (online)

11:30-12:00 From Brno Open Source Declaration to Czech National OSPO | Lucie Smolka, Chairwoman, Otevřená města (Open Cities); Jiří Marek, Member of Board, Otevřená města (Open Cities)

12:00-13:00 Networking Lunch

13:00-14:30 Panel discussion | Cyber Resilience Act is here, what now?

14:30-15:00 Coffee Break

15:00-16:30 Panel discussion | Sustainability of Public Sector and Academic Open Source Project through Communities

16:30-16:45 Closing remarks | Lucie Smolka & Jiří Marek, Otevřená města (Open Cities)

16:45-18:30 Networking & Drinks