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06/03/2026

🌐 Posters don't get enough credit.
They're one of the most approachable, interactive formats at any conference — and at FOSS4G North America, they're an important part of what makes the event so valuable.

A poster session isn't just a display. It's a conversation starter. It's where early ideas get refined, where students connect with practitioners, and where community projects find their people.

Posters are a great fit if you're working on:
- An early-stage project or proof of concept
- Research that's still in progress
- Student or academic work
- Community mapping or participatory GIS initiatives
- Experimental ideas that benefit from visual storytelling

This year, FOSS4G North America is particularly interested in work that reflects the themes of resilience and innovation — think open geospatial tools applied to climate, infrastructure, public health, environmental challenges, and more.

If you've been on the fence about contributing to the conference, a poster is one of the best ways to get involved for the first time. You bring the idea. The format takes care of the rest.

We just published a blog on why poster submissions matter and what topics we're looking for!

Posters are an important part of the FOSS4G North America experience. They provide an opportunity to share ideas, showcase projects, and start conversations in a format that is approachable, visual, and interactive. Posters are especially well-suited for early-stage projects, research in progress, s

05/28/2026

📣 Open geospatial technology thrives on community collaboration and real-world solutions.

FOSS4G North America 2026 is coming to Sacramento, California, from November 2–4, 2026. We are building a practical, community-driven program centered on the ways open geospatial tools support public infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and collaborative problem solving.

This year, our core themes are Resilience and Innovation. We welcome a broad range of participants to share their workflows, including developers, analysts, researchers, educators, government staff, students, nonprofits, and community organizations.

🌐 The conference will cover critical areas shaping our ecosystem:
- Water, Agriculture, and Natural Resources
- Community Mapping and Environmental Justice
- Disaster Mapping and Wildfire Response
- Open Source Development and Interoperability
- The Business of Open Source

We want to hear about your applied workflows and open-source innovations.

Submit your talks or hands-on workshop proposals related to open data, water policy and implementation, wildfire and hazard applications, and environmental resilience today.

🔵 Read the full blog post to learn more about the topic areas and submit your proposal.

FOSS4G North America 2026, taking place in Sacramento, California, from November 2–4, 2026, will continue the conference’s tradition of practical, community-driven learning and collaboration around open geospatial technology. The program is being developed to support a wide range of attendees ac...

05/27/2026

📍 Geospatial technology is moving fast. Are you getting your brand in front of the people driving the change?

🌐 FOSS4G North America heads to Sacramento, California, from November 2–5, 2026. If you want to grow your footprint in the open geospatial community, this is exactly where you need to be.

Sponsoring gives you direct access to the brightest minds in the industry. Here is what your brand gains:
- Face time with ~500 geospatial practitioners, with 25-30% in leadership roles.
- Maximum visibility in a high-traffic exhibit hall where all breaks and receptions take place.
- Prime recruiting opportunities for top talent in GIS, GeoAI, spatial databases, 3D, AR/VR, IoT, cloud native geo, and open data.
- Unmatched B2B networking to build lasting partnerships.

✅ Do not let your competitors take the spotlight. Reach out to our team today to explore the prospectus and find the perfect sponsorship package for your goals.

Geospatial technology moves fast, and getting your brand in front of the right people matters. FOSS4G North America is the leading conference for open geospatial technology, business, and innovation. Taking place November 2–4, 2026, in Sacramento, California, this event offers a powerful platform ...

05/19/2026

🌎 Are you an expert in open-source geospatial solutions? We want you to lead a workshop at FOSS4G North America 2026!

We're seeking proposals for three-hour, hands-on workshops to be held at our upcoming conference in Sacramento, California.

This year, our themes are Resilience and Innovation. We are looking for engaging and interactive sessions that cover key topics, including:

- Open-source GIS tools and libraries
- Data visualization and cartography
- Geospatial data management
- Cloud-native geospatial solutions
- Remote sensing and imagery
- Web mapping and application development
- Spatial databases and analytics
- Community building and collaboration
- Open geospatial standards and interoperability
- Real-world use cases and case studies
- Business of open source

At FOSS4G, we believe that diverse perspectives drive the most innovative solutions. We strongly encourage facilitators from all backgrounds and experience levels to apply and share their unique knowledge with our community.

✅ Help us shape the future of geospatial technology. Submit your workshop proposal today:

Workshops are a core part of the FOSS4G North America experience. They provide a space for hands-on learning, skill-building, and meaningful interaction with open geospatial tools and communities. For the 2026 conference in Sacramento, California, we’re inviting proposals for workshops that focus ...

05/06/2026

📣 The Call for Presentations for FOSS4G NA 2026 is officially open!

We want to hear how you use free and open-source geographic software to solve problems and build communities. You can share your work and ideas in three ways:

💠 30-minute podium presentations
💠 3-hour pre-conference workshops
💠 5-minute lightning talks
💠 Posters

We are looking for submissions across a wide range of topics, including:

• Cloud-Native Geo & Spatial Databases
• GeoAI & Geospatial Data Science
• Environment, Climate & Disaster Response
• Open Geospatial Tools, Web Mapping & STAC
• Commercialization, Funding Models & Cybersecurity

🌐 Submit your proposal today and join us on stage: FOSS4GNA Proposal

Call for Proposals ABOUT THE CONFERENCE FOSS4G NA 2026 brings together the people shaping the future of free and open source geospatial software, from developers and researchers to decision-makers, educators, and community advocates. This year's conference themes are Resilience and Innovation, explo...

03/20/2026

FOSS4G North America will be November 2-4, 2026 in downtown Sacramento, CA this year! We hope you'll join us for three days of sharing, creating, learning, and community around open source geospatial software! Save the date! More details are coming soon! https://www.foss4gna.org/

03/20/2026

Hi everyone! We're back!

11/03/2025

We’re live at ! Badge pickup + workshops today at the Hyatt Regency Reston (1800 Presidents St.) If you still need a pass, on-site registration is available.

Join us at the FOSS4G NA Conference. Discover the latest in Free and Open Source Software for Geospatial communities. Network, learn, and innovate with industry leaders and enthusiasts. Don't miss out on shaping the future of geospatial technology!

10/31/2025

Students welcome! Full student pass is $320. Only have a a day? 1-day passes available through 11/2. Compare options and get tickets

Join us at the FOSS4G NA Conference. Discover the latest in Free and Open Source Software for Geospatial communities. Network, learn, and innovate with industry leaders and enthusiasts. Don't miss out on shaping the future of geospatial technology!

10/30/2025

isn’t just talks - don’t miss the B2B networking, the Geo-Career Expo + Ice Cream Social, and the Hootenanny. Come for the content, stay for the community.

Join us at the FOSS4G NA Conference. Discover the latest in Free and Open Source Software for Geospatial communities. Network, learn, and innovate with industry leaders and enthusiasts. Don't miss out on shaping the future of geospatial technology!