Beyond Borders: Building Strong Open Source Communities from Local Roots to Global Collaboration

This talk explores the essentials of building and sustaining successful open source communities across diverse sectors and regions. The speaker shares insights gained from experiences in the Dutch Drupal community and the Network of European Drupal Associations, focusing on strategies for fostering collaboration among various stakeholders. Attendees will learn actionable methods for cultivating ownership and engagement in local and global contexts, as well as effective communication tools like Slack to enhance community interaction. Ultimately, this session equips participants with practical tools to nurture vibrant and resilient open source communities.