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Core values

- **Addressing Societal Needs**: Open source projects often focus on critical areas such as healthcare (e.g., HospitalRun providing offline Electronic Health Record systems to hospitals in developing countries)[3], education, and economic development.
- **Improving Quality of Life**: Open source technologies can enhance the efficiency and accessibility of essential services like healthcare, transportation, and education, contributing to better living conditions[4][5].
- **Promoting Positive Change**: Open source methodologies foster collaboration, innovation, and community engagement, which are crucial for social sustainability and the development of smart sustainable cities[4].
- **Contributing to Community Well-being**: By providing free and accessible software, open source initiatives help nonprofits and communities tackle problems such as extreme poverty, disease outbreaks, and environmental issues[3][5].