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Exciting news! On 5 June, we’re hosting the very first edition of the #OpenSocialAwards. 🎉 During this evening, we celebrate the people, projects and ideas shaping a different future for social media. A future beyond Big Tech platforms like Meta and X. One that is open, democratic, sustainable and community-driven. From decentralized platforms to new ideas about ownership and governance online; these pioneers are building healthier ways for people to connect online. Expect inspiring talks by Rudolph Fraser (Blacksky Algorithms), Lauren Challis (Internet Society Netherlands) and Moktar Nabil (Garage Noord). And of course: the announcement of 5 honorable mentions and 3 award winners, selected by an independent expert jury. Meet the jury: - Laurens Hof (Open Social Web Society) - Johannes Ernst (FediForum & Dazzle Labs Inc.) - Robin Berjon (Supramundane Agency IPFS Foundation) - Audrey Tang (Taiwan’s Cyber Ambassador & Civic Hacker) - Melanie Bartos (Universität Innsbruck) Curious about the future of open social media? 🎟️ Get your free ticket via the link in the comments 📅 FRI 5 JUNE, 20:00 📍Pakhuis de Zwijger, Amsterdam Evening developed by Faezah Mohammadi and Paulien Dresscher. Moderator: Evita De Roode. This evening is part of the PublicSpaces Conference 2026: Technology for Democracy. | New_ Public Waag Futurelab