The Open Source Initiative (OSI), which validates licenses for compliance with Open Source criteria, has officially approved the Open Source principles proposed by the United Nations (UN) to foster collaboration and the widespread adoption of open source code within UN agencies and beyond. These principles were developed by the Open Source United community, organized by the UN Executive Council as part of the "Digital Technology Network" program, and they define the foundation for the use, development, and distribution of open source code throughout the organization.
Proposed Principles:
- Open by Default: Open Source software as the standard approach for projects.
- Contribution to the Common Good: Active participation in the open source ecosystem is encouraged.
- Initial Focus on Security (Secure by Design): Prioritizing security in all software development projects.
- Inclusivity and Diversity: Building a community accessible to all, regardless of race, gender, culture, nationality, abilities, and beliefs.
- Designed for Reuse: Projects should be created with compatibility across various platforms and ecosystems in mind.
- Providing Documentation: Publishing comprehensive documentation for end-users, integrators, and developers.
- RISE (Recognize, Incentivize, Support, Empower): Empowering individuals and communities to encourage their active participation.
- Support and Scale: Supporting the development of solutions that meet changing needs.
Source: opennet.ru
