Pamela
Elektra Wagenrad is a senior developer of open-source technologies and has been key to the design and implementation of many wireless solutions. Her work focuses on inclusive low tech approaches that aim for autonomy in terms of electric power and communications. She is the lead developer of the OSPIT project and therefor the right person to present and discuss its usage with the participants.
Pamela Cuadros has been part of permaculture learning and capacity building initiatives in Europe. She has also been working as researcher and consultant for the Local Network Initiative (LocNet), resulting in the creation of manuals and methodologies by which local communities can improve their food security. Since 2024 special emphasis is on the Open Source & Solar Powered Irrigation Technology (OSPIT). She is the right person to respond to questions about small scale farming and water management with OSPIT and beyond.
Session
How are marginalized agricultural communities across the globe building their own infrastructure and adapting technology to their specific climates? Hosted by Shalini, this interactive session opens with a look at community-led resilience in rural India—from feminist farming practices to decentralized Wi-Fi mesh networks. Following the introduction, participants will choose their own adventure and break out into one of three simultaneous, hands-on workshops led by our international fellows. Whether you want to prototype solar-powered irrigation, master participatory soil testing and data tracking, or engage in grassroots design, this session offers a deep dive into practical, farmer-governed tools.