Celebrating Document Freedom Day 2025

Document Freedom Day is an international day dedicated to celebrating and promoting open standards in document formats. Open standards ensure that digital documents can be accessed, modified, and shared by anyone, regardless of the software they use. This freedom of choice is crucial for avoiding vendor lock-in and ensuring long-term accessibility of information.

The celebration in Tirana will be organised by LibreLabs members on 26.03.2025 and will take place at the French Cube, located at the upper part of the Pyramid (Piramida, Kubi Francez), starting at 18:30. The event is ideal for anyone interested in digital freedom and open-source alternatives.

Agenda:

  • A brief introduction to Document Freedom Day and the importance of digital document standards
  • An Albanian translation of the “About Document Freedom Day” page from the Digital Freedom Foundation
  • Presentation on the principles of LibreOffice localization process
  • Q&A session with experts and participants

We encourage attendees to bring their laptops, suggesting hands-on activities or demos may be part of the experience. Participation is free of charge, making it accessible to everyone interested in learning more about digital freedom.

Why Open Standards Matter

Open document standards, like those promoted during DFD, are vital for several reasons:

  • They ensure documents remain accessible regardless of software changes
  • They prevent vendor lock-in, where users become dependent on a single company’s products
  • They promote competition and innovation in the software market
  • They guarantee long-term preservation of information
  • They enable collaboration between people using different software solutions

For more information about the event and to connect with other participants, interested individuals can visit the LibreLabs forum at: https://forum.librelabs.cc/t/document-freedom-day-26-mars-2025/100/2

Join the celebration and be part of a global movement advocating for digital freedom, open standards, and accessible technology for all!