In the realm of Free Software, expressing gratitude towards Free Software contributors often goes unnoticed. The "I Love Free Software Day" (https://ilovefs.org) provides a platform for individuals and organisations to do exactly this, showing appreciation. But it is crucial to recognize that our appreciation for Free Software should extend far beyond this single day. This talk highlights the significance of the "I Love Free Software Day" as a platform for expressing support, love, and gratitude towards the developers and contributors who make Free Software possible. Throughout the presentation, we will showcase memorable moments and successful initiatives from past celebrations, demonstrating the collective efforts to acknowledge and honor the impact of Free Software. We will discuss ideas and strategies for making the upcoming "I Love Free Software Day" even more remarkable. However, it is essential to emphasize that our expressions of love and support for Free Software should not be limited to just one day. While the "I Love Free Software Day" serves as a catalyst for celebration, it should inspire us to continue demonstrating our gratitude throughout the year. We will explore ways to incorporate ongoing appreciation into our daily lives, such as contributing to Free Software projects, advocating for their importance, and recognizing the efforts of developers and contributors regularly also in a financial way. By extending our appreciation beyond a single day, we can cultivate a culture of continuous support for Free Software. We invite everyone interested in Free Software to join us in this endeavor, as we strive to create an environment where gratitude and acknowledgment become integral parts of our interactions within the Free Software community. Let us embrace the "I Love Free Software Day" (https://ilovefs.org) as a starting point, a reminder of the significance of Free Software, and a call to action to express our love and support throughout the year. Together, we can build a community that values and appreciates the tireless efforts of Free Software developers and contributors, making a lasting impact on the future of software freedom.

1. Bonnie Mehring · I Love Free Software Day · @fsfe@mastodon.social
10 November 2023 · SFScon, NOI Techpark, Bolzano, Italy
Sharing the power of
appreciation
Celebrating 'I Love Free Software Day'

3. I Love Free Software Day
What is the „I Love Free Software Day“?
What is happening on this day?
Why do we need something like the “I Love Free
Software Day”?
How do we celebrate the „I Love Free Software Day“?
For whom is the “I Love Free Software Day”?

5. Each year on the 14th
of
February we share our love,
appreciation and gratitude
for all people contributing to
Free Software.
What is the „I Love Free
Software Day“

6. By simply saying:
„Thank you“
What is the „I Love Free
Software Day“

7. 
In the social networks
●
Highlighting Free
Software projects
& contributors to those
What is happening on
this day?

8. 
„Offline“ actions
●
Sending postcards
●
Events
●
Meet-ups
●
Donating money / time
●
...
What is happening on
this day?

9. Everybody appreciates a
„Thank you“
Why do we need the „I
Love Free Software Day“?

10. A thank you is

Motivating

Acknowledges the work
done for projects

Should be more than
just words
Everybody appreciates a
„Thank you“

11. Raise awareness and
visibility for different Free
Software communities
also outside the realm of
Free Software enthusiasts
Why do we need a „I Love
Free Software Day“?

12. Create a positive and
welcoming community
….
Why do we need a „I Love
Free Software Day“?

13. How do we celebrate the
„I Love Free Software Day“?

20. Bring Free Software to the
next generation.
●
Organise a workshop, meet-
up at a local library, youth
club, etc. ...
Next „I Love Free
Software Day“

21. ...and spread the word
about Free Software by
showing your love for Free
Software
Next „I Love Free
Software Day“

22. … and say „Thank you“
Next „I Love Free
Software Day“

23. Be part of the „I Love
Free Software Day“

24. Buy merch
Donate
fsfe.org/contribute
Join a
local group
Spread
the word

25. Bonnie Mehring · I Love Free Software Day · @fsfe@mastodon.social
10 November 2023 · SFScon, NOI Techpark, Bolzano, Italy
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26. Bonnie Mehring · I Love Free Software Day · @fsfe@mastodon.social
10 November 2023 · SFScon, NOI Techpark, Bolzano, Italy
Thank you! Questions?