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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · 9d

We are looking for a part-time developer to join our remote team.

Develop Zetkin, our web based platform for organizing activists in left-wing organizations, unions, left parties and non-profits.

Read more: zetkin.org/en/contribut...

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · 28d

Stockholm dates:
Sunday 28/9
Saturday 11/10
Saturday 25/10
Sunday 9/11
Sunday 7/12
Saturday 20/12

Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · 28d

Join our hackathons in Stockholm where we develop Zetkin - software used by left and progressive organizers across the world.

⏱️ We have hackathons every month, drop in between 9:30 - 17:00

Read more and sign up here: www.zetk.in/o/433/campai...

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · 29d

“This trip to Oslo brought a ton of new, valuable insights for the long-term development of Zetkin”, says Richard.

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · 29d

Richard Olsson, lead developer at Zetkin Foundation, just got home from Oslo after studying the canvassing operation of Sosialistisk Venstreparti.

He joined SV activists in action right before the Norwegian election (where SV received 5,5% of the votes and secured 9 seats in the parliament 🚩🎉).

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Sep 4

Do you want to meet us in Malmö to develop methods and software for organizing?

Welcome to Coders & Organizers: a Zetkin community meetup, 21-23 November 2025! Read more and sign up here: app.zetkin.org/o/433/survey...

Sign up for Coders & Organizers, a Zetkin community meetup, 21-23 November

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Sep 4

Zetkin Foundation's day team met up in Stockholm to start off the autumn, socialize and celebrate our hard work. We also took the opportunity to visit the Swedish parliament building. Now, we're looking forward to keep developing Zetkin!

What are you looking forward to this autumn?

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 25

We're still pretty new here.. Share this post to help more left-wing software developers and designers find us!

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 25

The international left needs your valuable skills in software development! Join our hackathons where we develop Zetkin - a platform used by left-wing and progressive organizers across the world! Here are the dates for the upcoming hackathons in Malmö!

Sign up: www.zetk.in/o/433/campai...

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Aug 19

We’re looking for writers/journalists who would like to volunteer with writing inspirational articles about the hard work of our Zetkin user organizations for our website, newsletter and social media channels.

Read more and sign up: app.zetkin.org/o/433/survey...

Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jul 28

When Vänstern i Vården ("The Left in Healthcare") called members last winter

☎️ 430 of 1,289 picked up the phone
☎️ Over 50% wanted more information or where positive to take part in future activities.

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jul 22

Over the past two years, Zetkin Foundation and Vänsterpartiet in the greater Stockholm area have worked together to strengthen local groups in organizing methods.Over 40 organizers from 16 local branches took part!

Sign up to our newsletter to receive inspiration and news: zetkin.org/en/newsletter

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jul 17

Meet Niklas, who makes sure Zetkin’s backend works!

💻 What political or social issues matter the most to you and why?

“International solidarity is especially important to me right now. We must end the genocide in Gaza and confront US imperialism, which has operated unchecked for far too long."

Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jul 15

We asked Laura what she thought of Code Camp and Media Meetup:

“I like the vibe! The first day it took a while to get to know people, but in the evening everyone was chatting and discussing politics.”

🐕 Sign up to our newsletter to read full length interviews and news: zetkin.org/en/newsletter

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jul 8

We’re happy to welcome ACORN as a new Zetkin user organization! ACORN is a member-led community union based in The UK. They organize working class communities and use direct action to fight for a better quality of life.

For more inspiration and news from our community:
zetkin.org/en/newsletter

Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jun 30

In early June, we had our first ever summer edition of Code Camp and Media Meetup, with participants who traveled to Sweden from all over Europe and the UK.

Want to join next time, or contribute remotely? Read more and sign up: app.zetkin.org/o/433/survey...

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jun 19

Coming up in our next newsletter is an interview with Alex – the anti-fascist software engineer, Die Linke activist and techno enthusiast who traveled from München to Höör to contribute and meet other volunteers.

Sign up to our newsletter to read the full interview:
zetkin.org/en/newsletter

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jun 16

Victor, everyone!

Did you know you can be part of the design process as a volunteer? Read more about volunteering and sign up here: app.zetkin.org/o/433/survey...

Volunteer for Zetkin Foundation

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jun 16

🎨 What is something that brings you joy in your daily life?

"Digging into new areas of my work. Learning more about accessibility or a new tool to build websites is a lot of fun."

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jun 16

🎨 What’s the best thing about working for a politically motivated organization like Zetkin Foundation?

"Peace of mind. Knowing that your work will be used for good and make the world better."

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jun 16

🎨 What political or social issues matter the most to you and why?

"Growing up in Skåne as a second generation immigrant in the 90s I experienced quite a lot of racism. That has made that a topic I care about."

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jun 16

🎨 What is your current role at Zetkin Foundation?

"Designer."

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jun 16

(Thread) Today we'd like you to meet Victor, who is part of the day team at Zetkin Foundation and makes sure the design of Zetkin is user friendly and accessible.

🎨 The people who are involved in Zetkin Foundation are spread out across the world. Where are you located?

"Malmö, Sweden."

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Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jun 4

We start in 20 minutes! 🚩

Masterclass with Zetkin Foundation lead developer Richard Olsson:

Learn about how the new canvassing features in Zetkin can support organizers and activists during door knocking sessions and leaflet drops.

Join on Zoom 12:00 (UTC+2)
👇👇👇👇👇
us02web.zoom.us/j/8380267257...

Zetkin Foundation @zetkinfoundation.bsky.social · Jun 2

Welcome, no matter if you have used the Zetkin platform before, or are just curious about it!