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🚀 Call for Proposals Now Open – FOSS4G-Asia 2026
by FOSS4G ASIA 15 Aug '25

15 Aug '25

Dear FOSS4G Community, We are excited to announce that the *Call for Proposals for FOSS4G-Asia January 2026* is now officially *open*! FOSS4G-Asia is a dynamic regional gathering of geospatial enthusiasts, researchers, developers, professionals, and community leaders who are passionate about free and open source geospatial technologies. The 2026 edition promises to be a vibrant platform for sharing innovations, exploring new tools, and engaging with the broader FOSS4G community. We welcome your submissions across *four distinct tracks*: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 📘 Academic Track We invite *original research contributions* related to open source geospatial software and science. Topics may include (but are not limited to): open geospatial data, open hardware, GIS for real-time applications, digital twins, disaster response, urban analytics, GeoAI, geospatial machine learning, LLMs, remote sensing, open education, and much more. If you're pushing the boundaries of geospatial research, this track is for you. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 📣 General Track Designed for practitioners, developers, community members, and organizations to share their *case studies, applications, tools, or initiatives*. Whether you're launching a new FOSS4G tool, mapping your local community, or building innovative solutions with open data, we want to hear from you. Talks are 15 minutes plus 5 minutes Q&A. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 🛠 Workshop Proposals Got hands-on expertise to share? Submit a proposal for a *workshop session *(2 or 4 hours). Workshops should be interactive, educational, and centered on using or applying FOSS4G tools and technologies. This is a great way to help others gain skills and expand the community’s technical know-how. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 🧭 Poster Presentations Perfect for visual thinkers and researchers, this format allows for a *graphic presentation* of your project or findings. Posters encourage informal, one-on-one discussions and deep dives into your topic with interested attendees. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ready to be part of FOSS4G-Asia 2026? 👉 *Submit your proposal and learn more here*: FOSS4G-Asia 2026 Call for Proposals <https://foss4g.asia/2026/> Whether you're a seasoned contributor or a newcomer with a bold idea, we welcome your voice. Let’s come together to shape the future of open geospatial technologies across Asia and beyond! See you at FOSS4G-Asia 2026! Warm regards, On behalf of the FOSS4G Asia 2026 Organizing Team Mastodon <https://mapstodon.space/@foss4g_asia> | Bluesky <https://bsky.app/profile/foss4g-asia.bsky.social> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/foss4g-asia/> | X <https://x.com/Foss4GAsia>

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🌏 Sponsorship Now Open for FOSS4G Asia 2026 – Join Us in Empowering Open Source GIS!
by FOSS4G ASIA 12 Aug '25

12 Aug '25

*Dear FOSS4G-ASIA Community,* We are excited to announce that *sponsorship opportunities for FOSS4G Asia 2026 are officially open!* This is your chance to actively support the open source community and be part of one of the most vibrant geospatial event in ASIA. If you’ve ever asked yourself /how you can give back to open source/, this is the perfect way. By sponsoring FOSS4G Asia 2026, you’re not just contributing financially—you’re investing in the future of open, collaborative, and accessible geospatial technologies. Why Sponsor? * *Connect with a broad and diverse audience* across Asia, including leading *academics, researchers, developers, and decision-makers from government and industry*. * *Showcase your expertise* and commitment to innovation in *GIS*. * Gain *brand visibility* and recognition in one of the most dynamic and growing geospatial markets in the world. * Help us create an inclusive, community-driven event that celebrates knowledge sharing and open collaboration. Whether you’re a long-time supporter or new to the FOSS4G family, we invite you to be part of this incredible journey. 👉 Visit our website to explore sponsorship packages and learn more: - Sponsorship Brochure <https://foss4g.asia/2026/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/foss4g-asia-sponsorship…> - Website <https://foss4g.asia/2026/sponsorship/> Let’s build the future of open source geospatial together! Warm regards, On behalf of the FOSS4G Asia 2026 Organizing Team Mastodon <https://mapstodon.space/@foss4g_asia> | Bluesky <https://bsky.app/profile/foss4g-asia.bsky.social> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/company/foss4g-asia/> | X <https://x.com/Foss4GAsia>

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Stay Connected: Follow FOSS4G-Asia 2026 & Join Our CFP and Logo Contest!
by FOSS4G ASIA 04 Aug '25

04 Aug '25

Dear FOSS4G-Asia Community, We’re excited to share that FOSS4G-Asia 2026 is now active on multiple social media platforms! Follow us to stay updated on the latest announcements, important deadlines, and community highlights as we gear up for the conference. 🔗 *Follow us here:* * *Mapstodon:* https://mapstodon.space/@foss4g_asia/ <https://mapstodon.space/@foss4g_asia/> * *Bluesky:* https://bsky.app/profile/foss4g-asia.bsky.social * *Twitter/X:* https://x.com/Foss4GAsia * *LinkedIn:* https://www.linkedin.com/company/foss4g-asia/ We’re also happy to announce that: 🎤 *The Call for Proposals is now LIVE!* Submit your talk, workshop, or presentation idea and be part of shaping the FOSS4G-Asia 2026 experience. https://talks.geoinfo-lab.org/foss4g-asia-2026/cfp 🎨 *Logo Contest Now Open!* Get creative and help define the visual identity of the conference. Submit your logo design for a chance to be featured as the official FOSS4G-Asia 2026 logo. https://foss4g.asia/2026/logo-contest/ For more details, please visit our website: https://foss4g.asia/2026/ Thank you for being part of the FOSS4G-Asia community. We look forward to your participation and creative contributions! Warm regards, *The FOSS4G-Asia 2026 Organizing Committee*

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Invitation to Support FOSS4G Asia 2025 – Celebrating Open Geospatial Innovation in India
by FOSS4G ASIA 22 Jul '25

22 Jul '25

Hello everyone, We’re excited to announce that FOSS4G Asia 2025 (only 6 months away) will be hosted in Nashik, India — a city that embodies the vibrant cultural heritage of India, known for its ancient temples, historical sites, and the tranquil banks of the Godavari River. This year’s conference promises to blend India’s rich traditions with the forward-looking energy of the open geospatial community. FOSS4G Asia is more than a technical gathering; it's a celebration of collaboration, innovation, and shared knowledge that transcends borders. To make this event truly reflective of the spirit of open source — accessible, inclusive, and high-impact — we are seeking sponsors who share our passion for open geospatial technologies. Your support will help us: Keep registration affordable, especially for students and community contributors. Offer travel grants and scholarships. Host engaging workshops, keynotes, and cultural experiences in Nashik. If your organization believes in the power of open-source geospatial tools and would like to be part of this vibrant regional event, we would love to connect. A sponsorship would directly contribute to making this conference an unforgettable experience for participants from across Asia and beyond. We’ve prepared a range of sponsorship options designed to provide visibility and meaningful engagement for our partners. Please reach out to us at secretariat-2026(a)foss4g.asia to explore how your support can help shape FOSS4G Asia 2025. The sponsorship brochure is available at: https://foss4g.asia/2026/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/foss4g-asia-sponsorship… Let’s build this together — blending tradition, technology, and community. Warm regards, Jashanpreet Singh, Team GeoBharat On behalf of the FOSS4G Asia 2025 Organizing Team https://foss4g.asia/2026 secretariat-2026(a)foss4g.asia

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About FOSS4G-Asia 2026
by secretariat-2026＠foss4g.asia 02 Mar '25

02 Mar '25

Dear FOSS4G-Asia Community, Greetings from the FOSS4G-Asia Secretariat! Congratulations to the Team GeoBharat on their selection as host for FOSS4G-Asia 2026!! FOSS4G-Asia 2026 International Conference is scheduled to be held at Nasik, India from 22-27 January, 2026. The conference will co-organized the GeoBharat [1], Guru Gobind Singh Foundation [2] and FOSS4G United [3], India with the logistic support from AGILE [4]. More information about the conference is upcoming at https://foss4g.asia/2026/ (under construction) Looking forward to your active participation to make FOSS4G-Asia 2026 a huge success. Kindly pass this information to all persons that you may think would be interested in the topics to be covered at FOSS4G-Asia events [5]. [1] https://geobharat.github.io/ [2] https://engg.ggsf.edu.in/ [3] https://fossunited.org/ [4] https://theagile.earth/ [5] https://foss4g.asia/ Kind regards FOSS4G-Asia 2026 Secretariat Email: secretariat-2026(a)foss4g.asia Website: https://foss4g.asia/

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Call for Proposals for FOSS4G-Asia 2026
by secretariat-2024＠foss4g.asia 19 Jan '25

19 Jan '25

Dear FOSS4G-Community members, Greetings from FOSS4G-Asia Secretariat! Following the resounding success of FOSS4G-Asia 2024, it us our pleasure to announce the Call for Proposals (CfP) for hosting FOSS4G-Asia 2026. Please see the details of CfP at https://foss4g.asia/proposal-2026/ We look forward for you strong proposals and support to keep the FOSS4G-Asia momentum going! Best wishes for a Happy and Prosperous New Year!! FOSS4G-Asia Secretariat

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Greetings for FOSS4G-Asia 2024 Secretariat!
by secretariat-2024＠foss4g.asia 24 Dec '24

24 Dec '24

Dear Speakers, Participants, Reviewers, Session Chairs and the entire FOSS4G-Asia community, Greetings form the FOSS4G-Asia 2024 Secretariat! On behalf of the FOSS4G-Asia 2024 organizers, we would like to express out grateful thanks to all of you for enthusiastic participation in the deliberations of FOSS4G-Asia 2024. Hope that FOSS4G-Asia 2024 provided you an enriching experience and opened new vistas for collaborations for the future. It was our great pleasure and privilege to have an opportunity to gain from your experience and knowledge. Very best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Hope to see you at FOSS4G-Asia 2026 and continue our partnership throughout the coming year and beyond. Kind regards, FOSS4G-Asia 2024 Secretariat

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Early Bird Registration for FOSS4G-Asia 2024 Closing Very Soon!!
by secretariat-2024＠foss4g.asia 15 Nov '24

15 Nov '24

Dear FOSS4G-Asia 2024 Speakers and Participants, Greetings from the FOSS4G-Asia 2024 Secretariat! 4 weeks until the start of the FOSS4G-Asia 2024. Hope all your travel preparations are going on smoothly. The last day for early bird registration is 15 November 2024 (Fri) 23:59 of 30 Nov. 2024 (Thai Time GMT+7). Participants/Speakers registering On-site 23-30 Nov. 2024 will be charged On-Site registration fee. The registration page is available at https://foss4g.asia/2024/buy-tickets/ Please complete the registration and generate by 15 Nov. 2024 if you wish to avail early bird discount. Make sure to carry your registration receipt when you visit the registration desk at the conference Look forward to seeing you all at FOSS4G-Asia 2024. Have a great weekend! Kind regards, FOSS4G-Asia 2024 Secretariat

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Call for the David A. Hastings Award 2024 nominations
by secretariat-2024＠foss4g.asia 08 Oct '24

08 Oct '24

Dear FOSS4G-Asia Community, Greetings from the FOSS4G-Asia 2024 Secretariat! *Call for the David A. Hastings Award 2024 nominations* The FOSS4G-Asia 2024 organizing committee is proud to announce the *David A. Hastings Award* for exceptional contributions to the Free and Open Source Software for Geoinformatics (FOSS4G) community in Asia. Nominees must have contributed to the spread FOSS4G in academia, government and business, promoted the use of FOSS4G in projects in Asia, or helped localize and customize FOSS4G tools for Asian communities. The details about the award and nomination process is available at https://foss4g.asia/2024/awards/ The submission page is at https://foss4g.asia/2024/hastings-award-nomination/ The last date for the nominations is 15th October 2024 (23:59AoE). Kind regards, FOSS4G-Asia 2024 Secretariat

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Re: Invitation to Review Manuscript for FOSS4G Asia
by Natraj Vaddadi 23 Sep '24

23 Sep '24

Dear Chitrini ma'am, Thank you for your invitation. I accept the invitation. I will try to send you the reviews by 30th September but may not be able to do and may require a few days more. Regards Natraj On Mon, 23 Sept 2024 at 18:01, Chitrini Mozumder <chitrini(a)ait.ac.th> wrote: > Dear Dr. Natraj, > > We hope this message finds you well. We are pleased to invite you to > review the attached manuscript(s) submitted for the FOSS4G Asia 2024 > Conference. > > *Review Details:* > > - > > *Expected Timeline*: We kindly request your feedback by *30 September > 2024*. If you require additional time, please feel free to let us know. > - > > *Review Process*: We would greatly appreciate your evaluation of the > manuscript, specifically focusing on its research contributions, > methodology, results, discussion, and conclusions. Your assessment will > help us determine whether the paper is suitable for presentation at our > academic session and if it has strong potential for publication in the *International > Journal of Geoinformatics* (IJG). > > Please complete the attached feedback form and return it *via email*. > Your expertise is vital to ensuring the quality and rigor of our conference > proceedings. > > More information on the FOSS4G Academic Track can be found here: > https://foss4g.asia/2024/academic-track/ > > Thank you for your valuable time and contribution. We appreciate a > confirmation email from you on the receipt and acceptance of our request. > > Best regards, > > *On behalf of the FOSS4G Secretariat* > *Academic Track Coordinators* > Dr. Chudech Losiri (chudech(a)g.swu.ac.th) > Dr. Chitrini Mozumder (chitrini(a)ait.ac.th) > > -- Best regards Natraj Vaddadi

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