The Python Software Foundation (PSF) announced its withdrawal from a significant grant from the National Science Foundation, primarily aimed at enhancing the security of the Python ecosystem. The decision stems from the organization’s refusal to accept contract terms that prohibit promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, which are central to its mission. PSF’s leadership indicated that adhering to such restrictions would compromise their core principles and operational integrity.
The NSF grant was designed to fund projects that bolster the safety and security of open-source ecosystems. With a proposal that included developing automated tools to improve PyPI’s code review process, PSF highlighted the potential risks associated with the government’s contract language, including financial liabilities if conditions were violated. The PSF believes their project would have significantly enhanced security for millions of users while reinforcing their commitment to a diverse programming community, emphasizing the detrimental impact this rejection has on future open-source security advancements.
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