Difficult Times in GNOME Foundation

posted by Roy Schestowitz on Jul 13, 2024,
updated Jul 13, 2024

GNOME Foundation is in "crisis management" or "face-saving" or "damage control" mode, and not just for financial reasons (there has also been systematic exploitation of interns, women, children and so on).

Poof! Shaman Holly Million, Gnome’s Executive Director Disappears on July 31

Short notice. Only 2.5 weeks.

GNOME Foundation Announces Transition of Executive Director

She almost never spoke for herself but only spoken about, even now.

GNOME Foundation Executive Director Departing After Less Than One Year

Official:

GNOME Foundation Announces Transition of Executive Director

Putting Holly aside, the person in charge of GSoC and Outreachy in GNOME has quit. Only 2 days ago:

Stepping down as GNOME Internships organizer

GNOME Foundation is insolvent and may be gone in a few months. Plus, Robert McQueen (GNOME Foundation) gives hosting to a person who attacks women. Bad optics. █

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