Dos and Don'ts

In order for your event to be listed as an official Open Source Hardware Month event, you must follow these rules:

DO:

Plan your event for the month of October
Use the term "Open Hardware Month" in your event title or description. For example "Open Hardware Month Berlin: All About Open Source"
Submit your event to OSHWA at least 7 days before it is scheduled by sending it to info@oshwa.org
Discuss open hardware practices that match the community Open Source Hardware definition
Make your event open to the public
Abide by local health regulations if your event is in-person
Adhere to the OSHWA event code of conduct
Use these hashtags: #OpenOct
Use the Open Hardware Month logos available here

Suggest any proceeds from the event will go to OSHWA without prior approval
Use the official OSHWA logo
Create a logo or use language to describe your event that suggests a formal association with OSHWA
Hold OSHWA liable if something goes wrong at your event