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We’re excited to announce our #PGConfEU 2025 keynote speaker — Karen M. Sandler, attorney and Executive Director of the Software Freedom Conservancy!
In her talk “The Foundation of Open Source: Why Software Freedom?” Karen will explore why software freedom is essential to modern computing and everyday life — and why it’s the cornerstone of open source projects like PostgreSQL.
📅 Don’t miss it — join us in Riga next week!
#PostgreSQL #PGConfEU #OpenSource #SoftwareFreedom
🇱🇻 Did you know our PGConf.EU Slonik has a new look?
This year, he’ll be wearing a Lielvārdes josta — a traditional Latvian woven belt symbolising strength and heritage.
The design, created by local artist Megija Baumane, inspired both our conference logo and visuals.
Share your feedback during the conference for a chance to win Slonik’s belt — the winner will be announced at the closing ceremony!
#PGConfEU #PostgreSQL #Latvia #Community
I have so many plans for PGConf.EU next week that I had to write them up as a blog post!
https://karenjex.blogspot.com/2025/10/getting-ready-for-pgconfeu-2025.html
What are you most looking forward to?
🥐 Join us for a Postgres Women Breakfast at #PGConfEU 2025! 🐘
📅 Oct 23, 7-9 AM
📍 TRIBE Riga City Centre Hotel 🇱🇻
👥 Limited to 40 spots
⏰ Register by Oct 15, 12:00 CEST
Connect with women in the #PostgreSQL community over breakfast!
Register at https://www.postgresql.eu/events/pgconfeu2025/register/#signups
🌻 Thanks to the incredible work of the PostgreSQL Europe Diversity Committee, we’re now an official member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower!
Together, we’re building a community where everyone feels seen, valued & supported.
Learn more: https://hdsunflower.com/row/insights/post/postgresql-conference-europe
The Sunflower is a simple way to say: “I may need a little more time, space, or understanding today.”
🌍 Call for Members – PostgreSQL Europe Diversity Committee 🌍
Building on the great work of the PostgreSQL Europe Diversity Task Force, which laid the groundwork for the Diversity initiative, we’re now looking for new members to join the PostgreSQL Europe Diversity Committee!
The Committee is at the forefront of community diversity activities, ensuring PostgreSQL Europe events and activities are welcoming, inclusive, and representative of the broad community we serve.
As a member, you’ll play an active role in:
✨ Shaping long-term diversity efforts
✨ Supporting scholarships and outreach
✨ Guiding event support and community engagement
If you’re passionate about building a stronger and more inclusive PostgreSQL community, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Learn more and apply: https://www.postgresql.eu/diversity/diversity_committee/
📩 Questions? Contact us at diversity\[at\]postgresql.eu
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