Open source software powers the modern world, but the communities creating it often do not reflect the diversity of its global user base. For Latin America (LatAm), Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives within foundations like CNCF, Linux Foundation, and OpenInfra are not just buzzwords—they are essential lifelines for technological growth and regional relevance.

As Latin America’s digital transformation accelerates, a critical question emerges: who will power this new digital infrastructure? While public cloud hyperscalers have a major presence, a powerful and strategic movement towards open-source, private, and hybrid clouds is undeniable. At the center of this movement is...