Action day for digital freedom: Take part in the #FreeWebSearch-Day!

Action day for digital freedom: Take part in the #FreeWebSearch-Day!

A day for digital freedom and transparency on the Internet

The #FreeWebSearch-Day (FWSD) is more than just a date in the calendar-it represents a global outcry for a free and open internet. On September 29, 2024, this day of action is all about freedom of information, and the Open Search Foundation (OSF) from Starnberg mobilizes people from all social areas to set a sign of a transparent web.

"" It is crucial to understand how much the digital search world influences us and what balance of power are involved, "explains Christine Plot, a founding member of the OSF. The FWSD not only serves as a platform for sensitization, but also as an opportunity to actively participate in the design of a more transparent search landscape.

diverse actions and exciting events

The anticipation for the #FreeWebSearch-Day grows with a variety of planned events. At the beginning, interested parties from the areas of economy and technology on September 30 can take part in an exclusive online presentation that deals with the potential of an open web search in Europe. Registration for this event is already possible and shows how serious the apps and startups take the topic.

But that's just the beginning! On October 1, the OSF, in cooperation with the University of Kassel, organizes a lecture and discussion afternoon, which deals with data protection in the digital space. This event offers space for exchange and networking among researchers, students and data protection experts.

A special highlight for the younger generation will take place on October 3 in the Leibniz data center in Garching. There, children can playfully learn more about search algorithms at the interactive Bubblesort game. The OSF has already provided child -friendly information material online to convey an understanding of the digital world to the youngest.

From October 9th to 11th, 2024, the Open Search Symposium #Ossym24, which serves as a platform, is to discuss developments in the open internet search.

The importance of freedom of information

The #FreeWebSearch-Day has a profound background: Current statistics show that about 90 percent of internet users fall back on Google without being aware of the implications. However, the algorithms behind these search engines are often non -transparent and significantly determine which information we receive - a questionable situation for the opinion of the opinion in our society.

This dominance of less profit -oriented companies has serious consequences. The manipulation of information, spreading racism or sexism can be encouraged by the inability of these corporations to disclose their technologies used. "We want to counteract this non-transparency through the #FreeWebSearch-Day," adds Plote.

The OSF has been working on creating fair and transparent alternatives to the widespread search engines since its foundation in 2017 and raising awareness of the problems of digital search for information. Your goal is to create an open search index that takes into account European values and ethical standards.

For interested parties and everyone who wants to be active, there is continuously updated information on events related to the #FreeWebSearch-Day 2024 on the website www.freewebSearch.org.

The OSF not only relies on events, but would like to initiate a broad dialogue about the need for transparency and ethical standards in the internet search. At a time when information is quickly available, the common question remains: Which information is really accessible and under what conditions? The #FreeWebSearch-Day could be an impetus for a fundamental discussion that shapes dealing with digital information for the future.

Contact information from the Open Search Foundation e.v.

Christine Plote
Münchner Straße 15 A
82319 Starnberg
+49 8151 9719372