About ICs

International Commons emerges as a global initiative designed to make open collaboration more accessible, inclusive, and impactful. Its purpose is to lower entry barriers for newcomers while providing a clear structure for established contributors. 

By fostering openness, interoperability, and sustainability, International Commons creates a shared environment where ideas grow into standards, challenges transform into solutions, and projects evolve into long-lasting ecosystems.

The framework is organized into three complementary spaces:

• Umbrella Commons – aligning broad initiatives under a shared governance and vision.

• Single Project Commons – advancing focused open-source projects that deliver tangible technologies.

• Catalyst Commons – driving innovation through challenge-led collaboration and solution co-creation.