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witchescauldronThe development of <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/IndymediaBack" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#IndymediaBack</a>The reboot of <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Indymedia" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Indymedia</a> (<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/IndymediaBack" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#IndymediaBack</a>) is about reclaiming grassroots, open, and radical media infrastructure outside of the control of corporate platforms and <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/dotcons" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#dotcons</a>. However, the development side has stalled due to the same issues that have stalled other <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/openweb" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> projects, lack of sustained coder engagement, resistance in centralized funding, and the dominance of closed silos.The challenge is building tech that works for activists, not just developers. The original Indymedia relied on early open-source tools. This means moving beyond tech-fetishist projects that scratch a developer’s itch while ignoring real-world community.A trust-based federated publishing network is the goal. The <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/OMN" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a> (Open Media Network) framework already outlines how to create syndicated media flows using <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/4opens" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#4opens</a>. The stalled dev site at <a href="http://unite.openworlds.info" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">http://unite.openworlds.info</a> needs committed developers who care about media as a movement, not just a tech experiment.Without serious investment in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DIY" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DIY</a>, people-friendly, open-source alternatives, activists will remain trapped inside the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/mainstreaming" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#mainstreaming</a> of social media platforms. The question is: can we finally push through the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/geekproblem" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#geekproblem</a> and make this happen?

Hamish CampbellWhat software do activists need? The core problem for the last 20 years has been that most activists were locked into #dotcons (corporate social media silos) because open alternatives were either too difficult to use, lack network effects, or fail to meet their practical needs. With the current reboot of the #openweb with the #fedivers based on #ActivityPub has already taken a step away from this mess. Here’s what’s needed from a software development perspective to break out of this mess. Open & accessible publishing […] <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/what-software-do-activists-need/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://hamishcampbell.com/what-software-do-activists-need/</a>

Hamish CampbellTrump and the tools of the old world order An example of this is The United States Agency for International Development (#USAID) which was presented as a humanitarian force for economic and social development worldwide. However, its origins and operations paint a different much darker path, of geopolitical manoeuvring and #neoliberal hegemony over the last 40 years. Now, with the hard shift to the right, USAID is being gutted, alongside other long-standing institutions of the U.S. "liberal" global order. Origins and the Cold War […] <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/trump-and-the-tools-of-the-old-world-order/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://hamishcampbell.com/trump-and-the-tools-of-the-old-world-order/</a>

Hamish CampbellThe left, right mess is on repeat This is at the heart of the contradictions and confusion in the political landscape today. The liberal and left muddle, where elements of economic populism are shared across ideological divides, is something we’ve seen before, especially in the 1930s, when fascist movements co-opted working-class grievances while pushing reactionary nationalism. #Bannon, like Röhm, plays a dangerous game by mobilizing working-class anger against neoliberal "elites" but steering it toward nationalism […] <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/the-left-right-mess-is-on-repeat/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://hamishcampbell.com/the-left-right-mess-is-on-repeat/</a>

hamish campbellFor grassroots projects like <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/OMN" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a>, <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/OGB" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OGB</a>, and <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/indymediaback" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> to thrive, they need exposure to mainstream resources without being consumed by them. And for the mainstream to evolve, it needs the disruptive energy of grassroots creativity. The bridge must go both ways.

Hamish CampbellThe #fashernistas poisoned the well of alt-media This has been going on for more than ten years, I have been at the heart of this movement, at many of the steps, I meet defeatism and negativity. It’s frustrating, especially now, when the mainstream is visibly stepping away from the #dotcons and looking for a place to land. We should be building that landing space, but instead, we’re tangled in the wreckage of failed ideas and cynical inertia. Yes, stupid fashionable ideas have failed again and again, but that doesn’t mean the […] <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/the-fashernistas-poisoned-the-well-of-alt-media/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://hamishcampbell.com/the-fashernistas-poisoned-the-well-of-alt-media/</a>

witchescauldronIn a world tangled in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/mainstreaming" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#mainstreaming</a> noise and digital enclosures the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/OMN" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a> is a tool to compost the rot and nurture new growth. It’s not just about building tech; it’s about building trust, collective power, and vibrant grassroots communities.The mess we face is real. Years of bad faith, disempowerment, and corporate gatekeeping have left people burnt out, isolated, and cynical. But what if we could turn that decay into rich soil? What if we could shovel through the wreckage, expose the rot to air and light, and use it to grow something wild and beautiful?OMN is that shovel. A simple set of tools, publish, subscribe, moderate, rollback, edit, that lets people reclaim control over their digital lives. It’s a <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DIY" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DIY</a>, trust-based, human-moderated space where communities can shape their own narratives, free from the manipulation of <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/dotcons" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#dotcons</a>. It’s messy, it’s organic, and it works.The path won’t be easy. When we push back against <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/mainstreaming" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#mainstreaming</a>, bad faith will come at us. But our good faith, our care for each other, our belief in collective power, is both our shield and our guiding light. OMN isn’t just a platform; it’s a shared practice of making and remaking the world together, learning from past movements, and carrying forward what works.This is an invitation. To pick up the shovel. To join a crew willing to do the hard work of turning shit into soil. To build a resilient, people-powered network where ideas can sprout, grow, and intertwine into a thriving ecosystem of change and challenge.Let’s make history, not as a monument to what was, but as a living, breathing forest of what could be.4opens <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/indymediaback" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/openweb" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/compostingthemess" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#compostingthemess</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/KISS" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#KISS</a>

Hamish CampbellOpen Media Network (#OMN) is a Tool for Change and Challenge, Composting the Mess In activism and grassroots media, you inevitably face an ongoing, unpleasant truth: when pushing against #mainstreaming and the inertia of the #deathcult, bad faith comes at you like a storm. Your best, and often only, defence is to hold onto your good faith. But good faith alone isn’t enough, we need shared tools to compost the rot, turn the muck of broken movements and failed tech utopias into fertile soil where new paths can grow. That’s where the Open Media Network comes in. The […] <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/open-media-network-omn-is-a-tool-for-change-and-challenge-composting-the-mess/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://hamishcampbell.com/open-media-network-omn-is-a-tool-for-change-and-challenge-composting-the-mess/</a>

Hamish CampbellWe need to break out of this cycle Funding structures are built for #NGO nonsense, not grassroots projects where actual value is created. The #OMN, #indymediaback, and #OGB challenge this, but funders can’t grasp it because they don’t understand value outside institutional framing.Fixing the funding #blocking, funders need to THINK, not just UNDERSTAND. Right now, they "understand" in the framework of existing institutions, which means they miss the metaphor-driven, emergent nature of the #OMN. Our #Hashtag story is for […] <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/we-need-to-break-out-of-this-cycle/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://hamishcampbell.com/we-need-to-break-out-of-this-cycle/</a>

Hamish Campbell#NLnet #EU #NGI #NGIzero – Will We Get It Right This Time? With the hard shift to the right in US tech, Europe can no longer afford to sit idly by in tech development. The myth of neutrality has always been a convenient lie—if we don’t actively counterbalance this shift, we risk watching the #FOSS and #openweb movements collapse, taking with them a core pillar of our democratic and digital future. These movements aren’t just about code; they are the foundation of a fair, open, and just society. Now is the time to step up, not stand by. For […] <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/nlnet-eu-ngi-ngizero-will-we-get-it-right-this-time/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://hamishcampbell.com/nlnet-eu-ngi-ngizero-will-we-get-it-right-this-time/</a>

witchescauldron<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NLnet" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#NLnet</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/EU" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#EU</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NGI" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#NGI</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NGIzero" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#NGIzero</a> With the hard shift to the right in USA tech, we need to balance this, we can't keep being "nurtural" we never were, let's try to be the balance this time please with funding flows.Have spent a lot of time over the last 5 years applying for funding for native <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/openweb" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> projects, the problem seams to be that at <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NLnet" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#NLnet</a> and the wider <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/EU" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#EU</a> they don't have anyone who is competent to judge <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FOSS" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FOSS</a> projects in this area <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://hamishcampbell.com</a> my question for this round, is, has this changed?Acknowledgement of your proposal <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Makeinghistory" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Makeinghistory</a>Acknowledgement of your proposal <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/indymediaback" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a>Acknowledgement of your proposal Open Governance Body <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/OGB" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OGB</a>

witchescauldronThe <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/OMN" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a> (Open Media Network), <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/visionontv" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#visionontv</a>, <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/OGB" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OGB</a> (Open Governance Body), and <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/IndyMediaBack" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#IndyMediaBack</a> are interconnected initiatives rooted in the principles of the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/openweb" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a>, aiming to create a decentralized, community-driven digital ecosystem. These projects focus on transparency, inclusivity, and human-centered governance, countering the corporate-controlled <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/dotcons" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#dotcons</a> (like Meta, Google, and Amazon) that dominate the internet today.

witchescauldronThe web wasn’t built by solo tech geniuses, finance firms, or flashy luminaries making illusionary promises. It was built by the time, energy, and collective action of millions of grassroots people working together. This same collective effort is what will push us into the next era of the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/openweb" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a>. For the last 20 years we’re been stuck in the closed, corporate-controlled internet of the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/dotcons" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#dotcons</a>. This is still a shift towards a more <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/closedweb" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#closedweb</a> which is concerning—it goes against everything the web was meant to be.If we want the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/openweb" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> path to grow, we need to embrace the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/4opens" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#4opens</a> as tool of collaboration and decentralisation. And by working together on "native" projects like <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/OMN" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/IndyMediaBack" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#IndyMediaBack</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/OGB" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OGB</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/makeinghistory" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#makeinghistory</a>

witchescauldronThinking about news on the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/fediverse" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#fediverse</a> <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/thinking-about-news-on-the-fediverse/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://hamishcampbell.com/thinking-about-news-on-the-fediverse/</a> revitalizing <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/indymediaback" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> as a platform for meaningful, community-driven media.

Hamish CampbellThe <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openmedianetwork/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OpenMediaNetwork</a> (<a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/omn/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a>) offers a clear, practical path to building the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a>, grounded in #4opens. It does this by leveraging open protocols like <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/activitypub/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ActivityPub</a> (<a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/ap/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AP</a>) and <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/rss/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RSS</a>, alongside <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/foss/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FOSS</a> software, to create a distributed network of media platforms where anyone can join, participate, and contribute. This, like the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/fediverse/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Fediverse</a>, is a direct challenge to the centralised, corporate-dominated structures that define so much of the current internet landscape.Step-by-Step Building Blocks: The <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/omn/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a> prioritises simplicity and humanistic coding rather than over-engineered complexity we often see in tech today. <ul><li>Start with the client-server model. The initial focus is on building a robust client-server architecture to create a stable foundation for media sharing and participation. This forms the “hot” storage layer, data that is live, accessible, and regularly used.</li><li>Introduce an offline cold store: Once the client-server infrastructure is operational, a secondary layer of offline cold storage is added. This acts as a backup system, providing high redundancy to safeguard against data loss. Cold storage is cheap, offline, and relies on human interaction for maintenance and retrieval, ensuring resilience and sustainability.</li><li>P2P connections to cold storage: The final stage introduces peer-to-peer (<a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/p2p/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#P2P</a>) connections to integrate the offline cold storage with the broader network. This allows people to share and retrieve data across the network, even in decentralised or disconnected environments.</li><li>Iterative learning and improvement: The process is intentionally iterative, encouraging learning from practical experience. The system is designed to evolve and improve over time, informed by real-world use rather than theoretical perfection.</li></ul>The success of the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/omn/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a> depends on its commitment to #4opens. These principles allow for the free sharing and reuse of content, breaking down barriers to collaboration and fostering innovation. By storing most data unencrypted (as the majority of it is not private), the system reduces overhead and complexity, keeping the project aligned with the “Keep It Simple, Stupid” (<a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/kiss/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#KISS</a>) philosophy.Separating privacy from the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a>: One critical aspect of the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/omn/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a> approach is recognising that encrypted privacy tools are a separate project. Mixing these with the development of the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/fediverse/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Fediverse</a> leads to unnecessary complexity and division. Privacy tools are vital, but are developed in parallel rather than tangled with the foundational infrastructure. This separation allows each project to focus on its strengths while maintaining a clear, streamlined design philosophy.At its core, the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/omn/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a> empowers “normal” people to store and manage their own data. By using a mix of hot and cold storage, people gain control over their digital lives without relying on corporate platforms. The focus on redundancy, backed by tools to search and reimport old data into hot storage, ensures resilience and accessibility.This human-centric approach contrasts sharply with the corporate and <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/geekproblem/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#geekproblem</a> obsession with control and perfection. It’s a more humane vision of technology, based on trust and collaboration rather than surveillance and control.A history rooted in activism, the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/omn/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a> isn’t just a theoretical project; it’s grounded in decades of real-world activism. From the work of Undercurrents in the 1990s (<a href="http://www.undercurrents.org/about.html" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.undercurrents.org/about.html</a>) to the global mobilisation of the Carnival Against Capitalism (<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnival_Against_Capital" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnival_Against_Capital</a>), this approach draws on over 20 years of direct, on-the-ground experience. The lessons from this history inform every aspect of the OMN, ensuring it stays true to its activist roots.Dealing with the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/geekproblem/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#geekproblem</a> and <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/fashernistas/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#fashernistas</a>: One of the biggest challenges in progressive tech is the dominance of the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/geekproblem/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#geekproblem</a>, projects driven by technologists who prioritise complexity and self-interest over usability and impact. Coupled with the influence of <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/fashernistas/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#fashernistas</a>, who chase trends without substance, many projects are doomed from the startThe <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/omn/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a> cuts through this, yes, we can’t solve this mess pushing, but we are a critical step in the right direction which encourages us to get out the shovels and compost these failures. The goal is to build a system that works, not one that dazzles investors with hype while failing to deliver.The <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> won’t (re)build itself. It requires us to reject the endless noise of pointless projects and focus on practical, sustainable solutions. By supporting and growing the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/omn/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a> path, grounded in <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/kiss/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#KISS</a> simplicity, #4opens principles, and decades of activism, we create a resilient infrastructure that empowers people and communities.The future of the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> is in our hands. Dig deep, embrace trust, and start building.OMN <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/ogb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OGB</a> <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Indymediaback</a> <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/makehistory/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#makehistory</a> <a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/mastodon?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Fthe-omn-path-is-building-the-openweb-infrastructure%2F&linkname=The%20%23OMN%20path%20is%20building%20the%20%23openweb%20infrastructure" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/bluesky?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Fthe-omn-path-is-building-the-openweb-infrastructure%2F&linkname=The%20%23OMN%20path%20is%20building%20the%20%23openweb%20infrastructure" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/threads?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Fthe-omn-path-is-building-the-openweb-infrastructure%2F&linkname=The%20%23OMN%20path%20is%20building%20the%20%23openweb%20infrastructure" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/x?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Fthe-omn-path-is-building-the-openweb-infrastructure%2F&linkname=The%20%23OMN%20path%20is%20building%20the%20%23openweb%20infrastructure" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/facebook?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Fthe-omn-path-is-building-the-openweb-infrastructure%2F&linkname=The%20%23OMN%20path%20is%20building%20the%20%23openweb%20infrastructure" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/email?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Fthe-omn-path-is-building-the-openweb-infrastructure%2F&linkname=The%20%23OMN%20path%20is%20building%20the%20%23openweb%20infrastructure" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/share" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/the-omn-path-is-building-the-openweb-infrastructure/" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://hamishcampbell.com/the-omn-path-is-building-the-openweb-infrastructure/</a><a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/4opens/" target="_blank">#4opens</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/activitypub/" target="_blank">#activitypub</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/ap/" target="_blank">#AP</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/fashernistas/" target="_blank">#fashernistas</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/fediverse/" target="_blank">#fediverse</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/foss/" target="_blank">#FOSS</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/geekproblem/" target="_blank">#geekproblem</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/kiss/" target="_blank">#KISS</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/makehistory/" target="_blank">#MakeHistory</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/ogb/" target="_blank">#OGB</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/omn/" target="_blank">#OMN</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openmedianetwork/" target="_blank">#OpenMediaNetwork</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" target="_blank">#openweb</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/p2p/" target="_blank">#p2p</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/rss/" target="_blank">#rss</a>

witchescauldron<a href="https://mastodon.scot/@moh_kohn" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@moh_kohn</a> that's true - <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/indymediaback" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> as a part of the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Fediverse" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Fediverse</a>

witchescauldronCan people hear and act on the critique of activism being co-opted and drained by the careerist class's, leaving grassroots movements weakened over decades. This communication emphasizes the urgency of stepping away from the toxic influence of <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/dotcons" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#dotcons</a> and reclaiming control over our communication and news through <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/indymediaback" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> and <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/OMN" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a>. We need this call for <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/DIY" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#DIY</a> crew rooted in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/KISS" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#KISS</a> principles, rather than getting lost in pointless <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/techshit" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#techshit</a>, a sharp reminder of the need for grounded, practical action.

Hamish CampbellThere are deep cultural and structural problem within the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> and tech spaces, which are often shaped by entrenched hierarchical thinking (<a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/feudalism/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#feudalism</a>) and the inability to embrace horizontal governance models. This <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/geekproblem/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#geekproblem</a> represents a persistent resistance to the solutions necessary for fostering the meaningful change we need, instead they’re defaulting to patterns that reinforce the status quo (<a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/deathcult/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#deathcult</a> worshipping).Horizontal solutions have proven foundations, community-driven models like <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/ogb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OGB</a> (Open Governance Body) reflects a grounded understanding of what works. Over five years of work in the decentralized Fediverse shows that horizontal technology can scale without succumbing to the pitfalls of centralized, hierarchical control.<a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/nothingnew/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Nothingnew</a>, combining what works. The creative task now is to integrate these proven social and technical approaches into cohesive systems: <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/omn/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OMN</a> (Open Media Network): A decentralized framework for building media networks based on trust, transparency, and shared governance. <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/ogb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OGB</a>: A governance model for the open web, ensuring horizontal decision-making structures that resist co-option by hierarchical or neoliberal influences. <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Indymediaback</a>: Reviving radical, grassroots media projects that embody these principles, amplifying voices outside the mainstream.Breaking the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/blocking/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#blocking</a> cycle, when discussions about radical or progressive changes are met with <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/blocking/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#blocking</a>, the result is often a stagnant cycle of unresolved issues that erode goodwill. This stagnation is a direct threat to the social commons. To break this cycle we can use and think inside the Fluff/Spiky debate to encourage broad, inclusive thinking while not shying away from hard truths and unpopular calls for accountability. Reject <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/fashernista/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#fashernista</a> worship to push back against superficial trends that align with neoliberal or <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/mainstreaming/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#mainstreaming</a> values, which are ultimately harmful to the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> paths.The language trap, <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/liberalism/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#liberalism</a>, and by extension <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/neoliberalism/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#neoliberalism</a>, dominates conversations without a critical examination of its misalignment with the goals of the openweb. Calling this out is uncomfortable but necessary, to recognize and challenge how these frameworks perpetuate the <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/deathcult/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#deathcult</a>. You’ve outlined a clear and urgent challenge, to step away from entrenched thinking and embrace the tools and principles that can rebuild the openweb. The question remains, will others step up to help make this happen? Are they ready to rise to this challenge? <a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/mastodon?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Fclear-and-urgent-challenge-to-step-away-from-entrenched-thinking%2F&linkname=Clear%20and%20urgent%20challenge%2C%20to%20step%20away%20from%20entrenched%20thinking" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/bluesky?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Fclear-and-urgent-challenge-to-step-away-from-entrenched-thinking%2F&linkname=Clear%20and%20urgent%20challenge%2C%20to%20step%20away%20from%20entrenched%20thinking" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/threads?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Fclear-and-urgent-challenge-to-step-away-from-entrenched-thinking%2F&linkname=Clear%20and%20urgent%20challenge%2C%20to%20step%20away%20from%20entrenched%20thinking" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/x?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Fclear-and-urgent-challenge-to-step-away-from-entrenched-thinking%2F&linkname=Clear%20and%20urgent%20challenge%2C%20to%20step%20away%20from%20entrenched%20thinking" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/facebook?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Fclear-and-urgent-challenge-to-step-away-from-entrenched-thinking%2F&linkname=Clear%20and%20urgent%20challenge%2C%20to%20step%20away%20from%20entrenched%20thinking" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/email?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Fclear-and-urgent-challenge-to-step-away-from-entrenched-thinking%2F&linkname=Clear%20and%20urgent%20challenge%2C%20to%20step%20away%20from%20entrenched%20thinking" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/share" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/clear-and-urgent-challenge-to-step-away-from-entrenched-thinking/" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://hamishcampbell.com/clear-and-urgent-challenge-to-step-away-from-entrenched-thinking/</a><a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/blocking/" target="_blank">#blocking</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/deathcult/" target="_blank">#deathcult</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/fashernista/" target="_blank">#fashernista</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/feudalism/" target="_blank">#feudalism</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/geekproblem/" target="_blank">#geekproblem</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/liberalism/" target="_blank">#liberalism</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/mainstreaming/" target="_blank">#mainstreaming</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/neoliberalism/" target="_blank">#neoliberalism</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/nothingnew/" target="_blank">#nothingnew</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/ogb/" target="_blank">#OGB</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/omn/" target="_blank">#OMN</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" target="_blank">#openweb</a>

Hamish CampbellThe following submission was recorded by NLnet. Thanks for your application, we look forward to learning more about your proposed project. Contactname hamish campbell phone email hamish@visionon.tv organisation name OMN country UK consent You may keep my data on recordProjectcode 2025-02-036 project name indymediaback fund Commons_Fund requested amount € 50000 website<pre><code> https://unite.openworlds.info/indymedia</code></pre>synopsisThe <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> is a Fediverse project about rebooting the radical grassroots media network, Indymedia, by anchoring it in trust-based <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/4opens/" target="_blank">#4opens</a> (Open Data, Source, Process, and Standards). It prioritizes local, collective publishing as the foundation for global solidarity and counter-narratives. The project resists the co-option of <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/mainstreaming/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/mainstreaming/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#mainstreaming</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/dotcons/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/dotcons/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#dotcons</a> by decentralized, democratic governance and focusing on native, horizontal structures.Expected outcomes include a revived independent media landscape that amplifies marginalized voices, balancing corporate and state narratives, and builds resilience against <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/posttruth/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/posttruth/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#posttruth</a> misinformation. By composting the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/geekproblem/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/geekproblem/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#geekproblem</a> and embracing simplicity (<a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/kiss/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#KISS</a>), the project empower communities with sustainable, open tools for storytelling, activism, and solidarity. The goal is to seed a flourishing, cooperative <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> native media as a part of the current activertypub based web reboot.experienceI’ve been actively engaged in <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/foss/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/foss/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FOSS</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> projects for over 20 years, focusing on building grassroots, community-driven alternatives to centralized and corporate-controlled platforms. My work emphasizes creating and sustaining open, democratic, and resilient digital paths.In the early days of the Fediverse, I ran five instances for the first five years, helping to seed the decentralized ecosystem that has since grown into a viable and widely recognized alternative to the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/dotcons/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/dotcons/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#dotcons</a>. This hands-on involvement gave me a deep understanding of the technical, social, and governance challenges of decentralized networks.Since the launch of the ActivityPub standard, I’ve contributed to shaping the underlying paths that enable decentralized social networking. My work has facilitated discussions, advocating for grassroots perspectives, to ensure that the voices of smaller, community-oriented projects are heard amid broader efforts to standardize and scale the Fediverse.My involvement includes engaging in advocacy, community building, and technical implementation, ensuring that open standards remain open and accessible. By bridging technical expertise with grassroots activism, I work to mediate the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/geekproblem/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/geekproblem/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#geekproblem</a> and bring human-centered, trust-based solutions to the forefront.These experiences directly feed into the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> project, where I bring not only technical skills but also a rich history of working within collaborative, open frameworks. By combining lessons from past successes and challenges, we plan on contributing to building a robust <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> ecosystem that stands resilient in these fragile social, ecological and technical times.usageThe budget for the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> project will be allocated to support the development, outreach, and sustainability of the initiative. Drawing on code from Ibis 0.2.0 <a href="https://ibis.wiki/article/Ibis_release_0.2.0_-_Federated_Wiki_with_Shiny_Redesign" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://ibis.wiki/article/Ibis_release_0.2.0_-_Federated_Wiki_with_Shiny_Redesign</a><ol><li>Platform Development: Core Infrastructure: Building a lightweight, federated publishing platform that aligns with <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> principles, based on a federated wiki approach like Ibis. This includes robust ActivityPub integration for seamless interconnectivity with the Fediverse. UI/UX enhancements on top of this to show and shape the media flows.</li><li>Community Support and Training: Workshops: Conducting training sessions to onboard activists, journalists, and developers onto the platform, focusing on decentralized publishing and governance. Documentation: Creating clear, multilingual resources to empower communities to use and extend the platform independently.</li><li>Outreach and Advocacy: Network Building: Expanding the grassroots network by collaborating with existing projects in the Fediverse and the broader <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/foss/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/foss/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FOSS</a> ecosystem. Awareness Campaigns: Promoting the importance of independent media and the dangers of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/closedweb/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/closedweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#closedweb</a> to engage both activists and potential contributors.</li><li>Maintenance and Sustainability: Hosting Costs: Providing stable hosting for early adopters and community-managed hubs. Ongoing Development: Allocating resources for iterative updates, security improvements, and adapting/building code and UX from user feedback.</li></ol>Past and Present Funding Sources: Historically, the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> project has operated with minimal funding, relying on volunteer efforts and community goodwill to sustain its activities. Some aspects, such as initial platform experimentation and hosting small-scale instances in the Fediverse, were supported by personal contributions and donations from allied groups.While the project has not yet received large-scale institutional funding, it has benefited from the collaborative ethos of the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/foss/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/foss/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FOSS</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> communities. Moving forward, the project seeks to diversify funding sources by exploring grants, grassroots crowdfunding, and partnerships with aligned organizations. However, maintaining independence from corporate or agenda-driven funding remains a core principle to safeguard the radical and democratic essence of the initiative.The requested budget will act as a seed, enabling the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> project to transition from concept to sustainable implementation.comparisonComparison with Historical Indymedia: <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Indymediaback</a>: builds on the original ethos of news publishing and grassroots participation but adapts to modern needs with more robust and user-friendly technology. The project focuses on federated systems and decentralized governance to avoid the bottlenecks and centralization that hindered the original Indymedia.Technology: early Indymedia used custom-built CMS platforms like DadaIMC, which were groundbreaking at the time but eventually became outdated. The lack of resources for updates and scalability led to significant challenges as the internet evolved.Indymediaback: Leverages ActivityPub and the Fediverse, building on existing protocols and infrastructure while maintaining an open and adaptable architecture. This ensures scalability, security, and relevance in the evolving landscape of decentralized web technologies.Comparison with Existing Fediverse Media Projects<ol><li>Mastodon and Pixelfed, Flagships of the Fediverse project focused on microblogging, popularized ActivityPub and brought decentralized platforms into mainstream conversations. However, this success has also led to “NGO-style” <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/mainstreaming/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/mainstreaming/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#mainstreaming</a> tendencies, with decisions catering to wider audiences rather than grassroots paths. Pixelfed: A decentralized alternative to Instagram, Pixelfed focuses on visual storytelling but often lacks the “news” path that <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> seeks to prioritizes.</li></ol>Indymediaback, unlike Mastodon or Pixelfed, explicitly targets “news” communities and grassroots content. Its focus is on collective storytelling and action, ensuring that it serves as a platform for organizing, not just broadcasting.Lemmy and Kbin: Are Reddit-style platforms for community-driven forums, Lemmy demonstrates the potential for federated discussion but lacks the tools for journalistic workflows or media dissemination.Bonfire Networks, is a federated platform emphasizing modularity, Bonfire aims to provide tools for diverse community needs. However, its roots in the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/ngo/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/ngo/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#NGO</a> space mean it struggles to align with actually reverent to grassroots paths.Expected Outcome: The <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> project revitalize “native” media by combining the best aspects of the original Indymedia—open publishing, grassroots participation, and activist focus—with the technological and governance advancements of the Fediverse. The outcome is a resilient, federated news network that empowers communities to create, share, and amplify their stories, freed from the constraints of corporate platforms and institutional agendas. This reboot provides a necessary counterbalance to the <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/closedweb/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/closedweb/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#closedweb</a> and an avenue for meaningful news in these trubaled “post truth” times.challengesThe <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> project faces some challenges:Federated Open Publishing: Developing a robust, ActivityPub-compatible open-publishing system to handle collaborative content creation and moderation at scale.Scalability and Usability: Ensuring the platform can support diverse communities while remaining accessible to non-technical users.Trust and Governance: Implementing transparent moderation tools and decentralized governance to balance openness with accountability.Interoperability: Seamlessly integrating with existing Fediverse platforms while providing unique activist-focused features.ecosystem<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txCLtKpDwNE&t=7s" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txCLtKpDwNE&t=7s</a>The ecosystem focus on empowering local activists, citizen journalists, and independent media organizations, providing them with tools for collaborative storytelling, decentralized publishing, and grassroots governance.Key Ecosystem Actors:Fediverse Platforms: Like Mastodon, Pixelfed, Peertube form the foundation for connecting and amplifying diverse communities. <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> interoperates with these platforms, enriching the Fediverse with news-focused capabilities while leveraging their existing user bases.Citizen journalists: community reporters, and activists will be the core creaters of the platform. The project will provide tools for collaborative content creation, transparent moderation, and open publishing to ensure their voices are heard.Developers and technologists: open-source developers and technologists in the Fediverse and ActivityPub communities will play a critical role in refining and scaling the platform. The project will actively engage with forums like SocialHub to share progress, seek feedback, and align with broader Fediverse standards.Grassroots organizations: Non-profits, collectives, and activist networks will be key collaborators. By building a decentralized news outlet, the project amplifys their impact while fostering cross-community solidarity.Engagement Strategies: Collaborative development, hosting regular open sprints, hackathons, and discussions within the Fediverse to build a strong, participatory development culture.Community support: Dedicated onboarding and user support resources will ensure seamless adoption by non-technical people and communities. Tutorials, workshops, and community-led training will help bridge the digital divides.Outreach and partnerships: The project will engage with existing Fediverse admins, moderators, and activists to build a coalition for shared goals, promoting the outcomes through federated content streams and cross-platform collaborations. <a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/mastodon?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Findymediaback-funding-application-2025-02-036-indymediaback-received%2F&linkname=%23Indymediaback%20Funding%20Application%202025-02-036%20indymediaback%20received" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/bluesky?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Findymediaback-funding-application-2025-02-036-indymediaback-received%2F&linkname=%23Indymediaback%20Funding%20Application%202025-02-036%20indymediaback%20received" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/threads?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Findymediaback-funding-application-2025-02-036-indymediaback-received%2F&linkname=%23Indymediaback%20Funding%20Application%202025-02-036%20indymediaback%20received" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/x?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Findymediaback-funding-application-2025-02-036-indymediaback-received%2F&linkname=%23Indymediaback%20Funding%20Application%202025-02-036%20indymediaback%20received" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/facebook?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Findymediaback-funding-application-2025-02-036-indymediaback-received%2F&linkname=%23Indymediaback%20Funding%20Application%202025-02-036%20indymediaback%20received" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/add_to/email?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhamishcampbell.com%2Findymediaback-funding-application-2025-02-036-indymediaback-received%2F&linkname=%23Indymediaback%20Funding%20Application%202025-02-036%20indymediaback%20received" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a class="" href="https://www.addtoany.com/share" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://hamishcampbell.com/indymediaback-funding-application-2025-02-036-indymediaback-received/" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://hamishcampbell.com/indymediaback-funding-application-2025-02-036-indymediaback-received/</a><a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/4opens/" target="_blank">#4opens</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/closedweb/" target="_blank">#closedweb</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/dotcons/" target="_blank">#dotcons</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/foss/" target="_blank">#FOSS</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/geekproblem/" target="_blank">#geekproblem</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/indymediaback/" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/kiss/" target="_blank">#KISS</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/mainstreaming/" target="_blank">#mainstreaming</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/ngo/" target="_blank">#NGO</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/openweb/" target="_blank">#openweb</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://hamishcampbell.com/tag/posttruth/" target="_blank">#posttruth</a>

witchescauldronThe <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/indymediaback" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#indymediaback</a> is a Fediverse project about rebooting the radical grassroots media network, <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Indymedia" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Indymedia</a>, by anchoring it in trust-based <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/4opens" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#4opens</a> (Open Data, Source, Process, and Standards). It prioritizes local, collective publishing as the foundation for global solidarity and counter-narratives. The project resists the co-option of <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/mainstreaming" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#mainstreaming</a> and <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/dotcons" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#dotcons</a> by decentralized, democratic governance and focusing on native, horizontal structures.Expected outcomes include a revived independent media landscape that amplifies marginalized voices, balancing corporate and state narratives, and builds resilience against <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/posttruth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#posttruth</a> misinformation. By composting the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/geekproblem" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#geekproblem</a> and embracing simplicity (<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/KISS" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#KISS</a>), the project empower communities with sustainable, open tools for storytelling, activism, and solidarity. The goal is to seed a flourishing, cooperative <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/openweb" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#openweb</a> native media as a part of the current activertypub based web reboot.

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