BeezNest and Chamilo LMS social responsibility
Social responsibility
Committed to responsible learning.
Education as a fundamental right.
BeezNest and Chamilo LMS share a common conviction: access to quality education is a universal right. Our commitment to Free Software isn't just technical — it's deeply ethical and social.
The Chamilo project
A worldwide impact
built around a shared mission
Chamilo LMS is Open Source software and the cornerstone of a project that brings together exceptional people around a shared goal: expanding access to quality education worldwide.
Education without borders
Chamilo LMS is used in classrooms, training centers and online platforms in more than 100 countries. From primary schools in Africa to universities in Europe and training programs in Latin America, Chamilo makes quality education accessible to everyone, with no license fees.
Quality education for all
Chamilo directly supports UN SDG 4, Quality Education, by providing a free, open and accessible learning platform.
Free Software philosophy
Released under the GNU/GPLv3 license. Anyone can freely use, study, modify and distribute Chamilo.
Global community
Developers, trainers and educators from dozens of countries contribute to — and benefit from — the Chamilo ecosystem.
Digital Public Good
Certified by the DPGA in February 2025, Chamilo LMS is officially recognized as a Digital Public Good by this UN-backed initiative.
January 2026
BeezNest takes over governance
of the Chamilo project
In May 2025, the Chamilo Association's board of directors voted to hand the keys of the Chamilo project over to BeezNest Belgium. This change took effect on January 1, 2026, reinforcing BeezNest's commitment to the project's long-term future.
In May 2025, the Chamilo Association's board of directors and voting members met and voted to fully dissolve the Chamilo Association and hand the keys of the Chamilo project over to BeezNest Belgium. This change took effect on January 1, 2026.
Chamilo Association, December 31, 2025
Our contribution
How BeezNest contributes
to the Chamilo ecosystem
Chamilo is our daily business and a mindset. Every one of our team members, past colleagues and clients knows it.
Software development
BeezNest engineers have produced around 90% of Chamilo LMS's source code. We release our work freely so everyone can benefit.
Events and community
BeezNest organizes and takes part in ChamiloCamp, Chamilo on Tour, Chamilo Conf and professional e-learning events worldwide.
Global outreach
We promote Chamilo at international EdTech events and through our content marketing, giving Open Source education visibility on a global scale.
Open Source ecosystem
BeezNest contributes to many Open Source solutions beyond Chamilo, strengthening the global free software ecosystem.
A global Open Source community
BeezNest and Chamilo connect developers, trainers, educators and organizations around the world. Together, we build, improve and promote a platform that puts people before profit and education above all.
February 2025, official recognition
Chamilo LMS recognized as a
Digital Public Good
In February 2025, Chamilo LMS was officially recognized as a Digital Public Good by the Digital Public Goods Alliance (DPGA), a UN-backed initiative. This recognition confirms that Chamilo LMS meets the highest international standards for Open Source software serving the public interest.
Digital Public Goods Alliance, February 2025
UN Sustainable Development Goals
Providing quality education
is the foundation of sustainable development
For BeezNest, education is a crucial step toward sustainable development and a better world. Working with us means not only solving your training challenges, but also contributing to a healthier global ecosystem.
The UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals
SDG 4, Quality Education
Chamilo LMS directly contributes to SDG 4 by making quality learning infrastructure freely accessible to everyone.
SDG 10, Reduced Inequalities
By removing licensing barriers, Chamilo lets organizations in developing countries deploy world-class training platforms.
SDG 8, Decent Work and Economic Growth
Chamilo helps upskill workers and supports vocational training, directly contributing to employability and economic growth.
Principles for Digital Development
An internationally recognized framework for responsible technology in international development.
Chamilo LMS is fully aligned with the Principles for Digital Development. These principles guide how technology should be designed and deployed to create a sustainable, equitable impact.
Work with an officially certified provider.
Contribute to a healthier ecosystem.
By choosing BeezNest, the official publisher of Chamilo LMS, you support the development of a global Open Source education project that benefits millions of learners worldwide.