Inaugural Support: A Step Towards Change
“The Brampton Board of Trade is one of our first and ongoing used computer donors. The organization continues to provide a pivotal role in the success of initiatives such as Circuit Revival”
-Professor Ushnish Sengupta
Circuit Revival is truly humbled by the generous first-ever donation from the Brampton Board of Trade. This support will significantly enhance our mission to empower students through computer repair education, fostering self-independence and skill development. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Brampton Board of Trade for their visionary support and for believing in the transformative power of practical education, our initiative for reduction of environmental impact of e-waste by promoting a more sustainable, circular economy for technology. Their commitment to local initiatives like ours demonstrates their dedication to fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and skill development within our community.
The Brampton Board of Trade (BBOT) is dedicated to fostering economic growth and creating a better business climate through grassroots initiatives and collaboration. Receiving support from an established organization like BBOT is a privilege, and we are grateful for their unwavering support and assistance in achieving our goals. Thank you for helping us make a positive impact in our community!
As we move forward, energized by this support, we are more committed than ever to our goal of equipping students with the skills they need to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world. We look forward to the positive impact this donation will have on our students and, by extension, on the broader community.
Software Freedom Conservancy
The Software Freedom Conservancy is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting free and open source software projects. Founded in 2006, the Conservancy offers a range of services to its member projects, including legal and infrastructure support. It has been involved in various legal cases to protect the rights of free software developers, such as enforcing the GNU General Public License (GPL) and defending against claims of trademark infringement. The Conservancy actively advocates for free software by promoting ethical development practices and encouraging the adoption of open-source software platforms.
SFC provides essential infrastructure, legal, and financial support to Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) projects, serving as a nonprofit home that allows these projects to focus on their development goals. In addition to supporting FOSS, the SFC advocates for the rights to repair, improve, and reinstall software, promoting the idea that users should have the freedom to modify and control the software on their devices. The SFC is a strong proponent of copyleft licenses, designed to protect the freedoms associated with FOSS, and engages in litigation to enforce the terms of FOSS licenses, such as the GNU General Public License (GPL). To raise awareness about critical issues facing FOSS, the SFC runs campaigns like the “Give Up GitHub” campaign, which encourages developers to move away from proprietary platforms. The SFC also hosts events, including the FOSSY conference, to promote and discuss open-source technology. To empower users, the SFC develops tools such as the software right-to-repair tool, which helps individuals obtain source code for the devices they own. Additionally, the SFC publishes articles and announcements on topics related to FOSS and technology ethics.
Through the Outreach program, the SFC provides FOSS development internships for people from underrepresented groups. Committed to transparency, the SFC makes its financial information and other documents publicly available, ensuring accountability and openness in its operations.
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