About Us – OpenForm: Open Source Design & Training Network
An Initiative by Atharv Media
Our Vision
“Every Village – One Open Source Training Center.”
Empowering youth through free digital education, design skills, and open knowledge.
OpenForm is a social and educational initiative by Atharv Media, created with the vision of promoting Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) in digital education and skill development.
We believe that access to knowledge and creativity should not be limited by expensive proprietary software.
Our mission is to train, inspire, and empower individuals — especially students, teachers, and rural entrepreneurs — to use open-source tools for self-employment, freelancing, and digital innovation.
What We Do
OpenForm conducts training programs, workshops, and online courses focused on design, DTP, multimedia, office tools, and web technologies — all using Free and Open Source Software (FOSS).
Our goal is to build a culture of open learning, collaboration, and digital self-reliance across India and beyond.
We provide:
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Hands-on Training with real-world projects
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Free Software Skill Development using tools like Inkscape, GIMP, Scribus, LibreOffice, Audacity, Kdenlive, and Blender
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Hybrid Learning Options (Online + Offline)
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Internship & Freelancing Opportunities for students
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Certificate Programs recognized for digital careers
Our Mission
To create a nationwide network of Open Source Design & Training Centers that enable:
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Affordable and accessible digital education for all
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Rural youth empowerment through freelancing and micro-business
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A self-sustained ecosystem for creative and technical skills
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Collaboration between educational institutions, NGOs, and entrepreneurs
We are committed to spreading awareness about open-source technology as a tool for digital inclusion, creativity, and innovation.
Why Open Source?
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Free & Legal Software: Anyone can learn and create without expensive licenses.
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Community-Driven Development: Supported by a global network of developers and educators.
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Transparency & Freedom: Open tools encourage experimentation, customization, and sharing.
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Sustainability: Promotes low-cost, high-impact learning for developing regions.
Who Can Join Us
OpenForm welcomes everyone who wants to learn, teach, or collaborate:
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Students and college learners
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Teachers and trainers
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Women self-help groups
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NGOs and rural development organizations
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Freelancers and small entrepreneurs
Training Centers & Collaborations
Through Atharv Media, OpenForm partners with schools, colleges, NGOs, and local organizations to establish Open Source Training Centers.
Each center provides localized training in regional languages along with English terminology, ensuring digital education reaches the grassroots.
Certification & Career Growth
Upon completing our training programs, participants receive an OpenForm Digital Skills Certificate, which helps them:
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Start their own DTP or design business
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Work as freelance designers, editors, or trainers
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Get recognized in digital job markets
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Build a professional portfolio using open-source tools
Our Parent Organization: Atharv Media
Atharv Media is a creative and technology-driven organization dedicated to education, design, and digital empowerment.
It manages projects like OpenForm to promote Free and Open Source Learning, Digital Literacy, and Self-Reliant Education Models.
Official Website: https://www.atharvmedia.com
Join the Movement
Be part of the Open Source Learning Revolution!
Whether you are a student, teacher, or creative professional — OpenForm welcomes you to explore, learn, and grow with open-source tools.
👉 Register Online: https://openform.in/register
📧 Email: info@openform.in
📞 Contact: +91-XXXXXXXXXX