[OSGeo-Discuss] FOSS4G 2024 has been awarded to Belém, Brazil

[Astrid Emde (OSGeo) via Discuss]

We are very happy to share the great news that the 2024 Free and Open 
Source Software for Geospatial Conference (FOSS4G) has been awarded to 
Belém (Brazil).


FOSS4G (https://foss4g.org/) is the annual event organized by the Open 
Source Geospatial Foundation (OSGeo) since 2006 and one of the largest 
global meetings on geospatial software of the year.


In 2024 FOSS4G will take place at the beginning of December in Belém 
(Brazil).


After the announcement of the voting result of FOSS4G 2024 the local 
team announced the following message:


"Dear,

It is with great joy and enthusiasm that we receive the news of the 
acceptance of the FOSS4G application in Brazil! On behalf of the entire 
local team, we would like to express our deep gratitude for the 
recognition and the opportunity to host this prestigious event.


This achievement is the result of a collaborative effort, months of 
dedication, and careful planning. Knowing that our efforts have been 
acknowledged and that we will have the honor of welcoming the FOSS4G 
community is a reason for celebration for all of us.


The local team is overflowing with happiness and commitment to ensure 
that FOSS4G becomes a memorable and enriching event for all 
participants. Our mission now is to exceed all expectations and provide 
a welcoming, inspiring, and full-of-opportunities environment for 
learning and networking.


Our next step will be to coordinate all logistical details, prepare a 
diverse and exciting program, and ensure that every aspect of the event 
is aligned with the values and objectives of FOSS4G.


We deeply appreciate the trust placed in us and eagerly look forward to 
welcoming everyone involved. We believe that the combination of the 
richness of our local culture with the global knowledge of the FOSS4G 
community will result in an enriching and unique experience for all.


Please do not hesitate to contact us for any additional information, 
suggestions, or ideas that can contribute to the success of this event. 
We can hardly wait to welcome you here in Brazil and share this 
memorable moment.


Once again, thank you for allowing us to be part of this incredible 
event.


With gratitude and enthusiasm,
Tatiana, Andrea, and the team"

The global event FOSS4G 2024 (Free and Open Source Software for 
Geospatial) will be hosted in Brazil for the first time, taking place in 
the enchanting city of Belém, in the state of Pará, located in the heart 
of the Amazon!


The local organizing committee (LOC) will be comprised of passionate 
Brazilians experienced in OSGeo (Open Source Geospatial Foundation) 
technologies, along with the Geoinquietos Argentina team, all working 
together to make this event even more incredible!


Keep your calendars free from December 1st to 8th, 2024, as those will 
be the days we gather for a week filled with learning, networking, and 
exciting discoveries.


Get ready to dive deep into the latest trends in open-source 
technologies, all amidst the vibrant energy of Belém.


This is a moment of celebration for our community, where the people by 
open source, geospatial information and collaboration come together in 
one place.


Don’t miss the opportunity to make part of history at FOSS4G 2024 in 
Belém, Pará, Brazil. The Amazon is ready to become the epicenter of open 
source geospatial technologies, and you are the protagonist of this 
exciting journey!


News Item 
https://www.osgeo.org/foundation-news/foss4g-2024-has-been-awarded-to-belem-brazil/

FOSS4G Event Page https://www.osgeo.org/events/foss4g-2024-belem-brazil/

See you at FOSS4G 2024 in Belém Brazil

About the Open Source Geospatial Foundation
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The Open Source Geospatial Foundation is a not-for-profit 501(c)(4) 
organization to empower everyone with open source geospatial. The 
software foundation directly supports projects serving as an outreach 
and advocacy organization providing financial, organizational and legal 
support for the open source geospatial community.


OSGeo works with Wherobots, OPENGIS.ch, Camptocamp, GeoCat, WIGeoGIS, 
WhereGroup and other sponsors, along with our partners to foster an open 
approach to software, standards, data and education.


Open Source Geospatial Foundation
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[OSGeo-Discuss] India makes history as Chandrayaan-3 lands near Moon's south pole

[Suchith Anand via Discuss]

Dear colleagues,


A Historic moment, ISRO - Indian Space Research Organization Chandrayaan-3’s 
lander touches down on the lunar surface, making India the first country to 
successfully land a spacecraft near the Moon’s south pole.


All previous missions to the Moon have touched down near the equator - but 
exploring the south pole is key to the hunt for water. Scientists now hope to 
deploy a rover to send images and data back to Earth.  Thank you to all 
scientists and engineers who worked over many years to make this possible.


More details at https://www.isro.gov.in/Chandrayaan3.html

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-asia-india-66576580


Tune in to the official ISRO YouTube channel for a high-definition, immersive 
experience at

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=DLA_64yz8Ss


It is important to thank the women scientists who took India into space

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-38253471.amp

This mission will inspire students from all over the world to STEM education 
and space science education.


Now it is time to study the Sun...


ISRO is going for the Aditya L1 mission. ADITYA-L1 shall be the first space 
based Indian mission to study the Sun. This will be launched by PSLV from 
Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.  The spacecraft shall be placed in a 
halo orbit around the Lagrange point 1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system, which is 
about 1.5 million km from the Earth.


Details of the major science objectives of Aditya-L1 mission are at 
https://www.isro.gov.in/Aditya_L1.html


Stay tuned, stay inspired, and let's make history together!


Best wishes


Suchith



From: Suchith Anand
Sent: 14 July 2023 16:40
Subject: Launch of CHANDRAYAAN-3 Mission

Dear colleagues,

Congratulations to all scientists at Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) 
for launching of Chandrayaan-3 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, 
India.


Chandrayaan-3 is the third lunar exploration mission by the Indian Space 
Research Organization  (ISRO). The launch of Chandrayaan-3 took place at 14 
July 2023, at 2:35 pm IST and injection of 100 km circular polar orbit was 
completed successfully as part of phase one. The lander and rover is expected 
to land near the lunar south pole region on 23 August 2023.


Chandrayaan-3 consists of an indigenous Lander module (LM), Propulsion module 
(PM) and a Rover with an objective of developing and demonstrating new 
technologies required for Inter planetary missions. The Lander will have the 
capability to soft land at a specified lunar site and deploy the Rover which 
will carry out in-situ chemical analysis of the lunar surface during the course 
of its mobility. The Lander and the Rover have scientific payloads to carry out 
experiments on the lunar surface.


More details at https://www.isro.gov.in/Chandrayaan3_New.html


The launch video at https://m.youtube.com/live/q2ueCg9bvvQ?feature=share


Best wishes


Suchith



Dr Suchith Anand

Senior Adviser to Governments and International Organisations | Scientist | AI 
Ethics | AI Governance | Policy | Consultant in Data and AI Ethics | Global 
Citizen | SDG Volunteer and Advocate


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[OSGeo-Discuss] UK cannot ignore calls for slavery reparations, says leading UN judge

[Suchith Anand via Discuss]

A leading judge at the international court of justice has said the UK will no 
longer be able to ignore the growing calls for reparation for transatlantic 
slavery.

Judge Patrick Robinson, who presided over the trial of the former Yugoslav 
president Slobodan Milošević, said the international tide on slavery 
reparations was quickly shifting and urged the UK to change its current 
position on the issue.


Robinson spoke exclusively to the Guardian ahead of UNESCO’s Day for 
Remembering the Transatlantic Slave Trade and Abolition. He is scheduled to 
make the keynote address on Wednesday at the London mayor’s office to mark the 
day.


https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/aug/22/uk-cannot-ignore-calls-for-slavery-reparations-says-leading-un-judge-patrick-robinson


23 August is International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its 
Abolition. Learn more at https://www.unesco.org/en/days/slave-trade-remembrance


2023 Theme: “Fighting slavery’s legacy of racism through transformative 
education”  . Learn more at   
https://www.un.org/en/rememberslavery/observance/2023


Best wishes


Suchith


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