A Vision for Software Freedom in 2048 - What Are We Missing?

Explore the future of software freedom through a comprehensive conference talk examining the Free Software Foundation Europe's vision for 2048 and identifying critical gaps in current advocacy efforts. Learn about FSFE's ongoing initiatives including litigation against Apple at the European Court of Justice, campaigns for sustainable EU funding, the "Public Money? Public Code!" movement, Device Neutrality advocacy, Router Freedom efforts, and the Free Your Android project. Discover how the organization has empowered users to control technology since 2001 through licensing assistance, Youth Hacking 4 Freedom programs, and innovative approaches connecting software freedom to everyday experiences. Gain insights into strategic planning for the next decades of software freedom work, understand the challenges and opportunities ahead, and participate in discussions about what elements might be missing from current advocacy approaches. The presentation combines practical examples of current FSFE activities with forward-thinking analysis of how successful software freedom advocacy could transform the technological landscape over the next 25 years.