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Uditha WijerathnaManager – Initiatives
FOSS User Academia
www.fossuser.lk
FOSS User Project
A not-for-profit, volunteer based organization dedicated to areas related with Free and Open
Source Software in Sri Lanka since 2009.
Vision
FOSS User project envisions development of a free culture by promoting Free and Open Source Software, providing FOSS related
Knowledge and enabling a framework for FOSS related developments.
Our Values● FOSS User Project,
● Is a community driven project for the community.● Is an open minded project with no extremism.● Is an equal opportunity organization with associates
who are driven by the passion towards FOSS.
Our Products
FOSS User Magazine● The first and the only FOSS related magazine
in Sri Lanka (ISSN 2012-7650).● Started in 2010 April and delivered free.● Release on January, April, July and October.● From 2012 January : The magazine can be
reused and modified for commercial purposes.● Released under Creative Commons License.
FOSS User Magazine
FOSS User Academia● Organizes events, initiatives to promote FOSS
locally.● Provides support to students to promote FOSS.● Initiatives;
● “Path to GSoC 2012”● FOSSitiveTM
● University Computer Society Partnerships (OUSL, UCSC, FIT UoM)
● “Support Linux”
FOSS User Research
A platform to encourage FOSS related developments locally.● Projects;
● NirogiTM Healthware
Organizational Profile● Governs by the Board mainly and supported by
3 departments.● Manage 3 Programs (Academia, Magazine &
Research)● FOSS User Community is open to anyone
interested.
Be an FOSS User Associate
Why you should join?● First and the only organized and structured FOSS
organization in Sri Lanka purely driven by the volunteers and the community
● Possible to join with the organization easily● Your imagination and the contribution set limits● Not only IT related students but anyone is welcome● Shape your technical knowledge while improving soft
skills (communication, leadership ….)● Clear paths based on your contribution
Community Membership● Join with one of our mailing lists/ groups.
(simply send an email to the above address)
Join as a contributor !
Email your Name, Phone No. and Your interesting area to join
Internships
Join with us as an intern (3/ 6 months);earn your experience while studying (part time)
Email your CV
www.fossuser.lk
