Hi everyone,
It’s time for the fifth edition of the Coolest Tool Award!! 🎉
Tools play an essential role at Wikimedia, and so do the many volunteer
developers who experiment with new ideas, develop & maintain local & global
solutions, and enhance the experience for Wikimedia communities.
We’d like to invite you all to nominate your favourite & most used tools
and help us celebrate the people who create them!
To nominate your favourite tools, simply follow this link:
https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Coolest_Tool_Award#Coolest_Tool_Award_2024.
Feel free to submit multiple nominations by completing the form as many
times as you'd like. The deadline for Nomination is* May 10th 2024.*
For further details on the nomination and selection process, the Coolest
Tool Award Academy, and the upcoming award ceremony, please visit
https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Coolest_Tool_Award.
The award is organized & selected by the Coolest Tool Academy. We plan to
award the coolest tools in a variety of categories (see last year’s
categories for an example). Excitingly, we're returning to an in-person
event for the first time since 2019, with winners set to be unveiled at
Wikimania 2024.
Thank you immensely for your participation and recommendations. Together,
let's celebrate innovation and collaboration within the Wikimedia community!
Regards,
On behalf of the Coolest Tool Academy 2024
Dear all,
We hope this email finds you well. The Wiki Loves Women
<https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_Loves_Women/en> team is thrilled to
share the exciting news that the SheSaid 2023
<https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_Loves_Women/SheSaid/SheSaid_2023>
campaign has officially concluded, marking an incredible journey of
participation and collaboration. The edition exceeded our expectations,
thanks to the enthusiasm and dedication of individuals like you.
In celebration of this success, we cordially invite you to join us for the
SheSaid 2023 Celebrations Party on Zoom
<https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83560352052>. The event will take place on the
21st of February at 3:00 PM UTC.
During the program, we will announce the results of the campaign, share
insightful statistics, and feature local organizers as special guests who
will generously share their experiences. It promises to be a joyous
occasion, filled with reflections on the achievements of SheSaid 2023
<https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_Loves_Women/SheSaid/SheSaid_2023> and
the collective impact we've made.
Event Details:
- Date: 21st February 2023
- Time: 3:00 PM UTC
- To join the Zoom event, please use the following link.
<https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83560352052>
Your presence would add immense value to the festivities, and we look
forward to celebrating this milestone together.
Thank you for your invaluable contribution to this edition of the campaign.
We look forward to sharing this special moment with you.
Best regards,
Afek
On behalf of the Wiki Loves Women team
<https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_Loves_Women/Team>
Dear Wikimedians,
We are thrilled to announce an open call for trainers to facilitate
gender-focused sessions at WikiWomenCamp 2023
<https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/WikiWomenCamp_2023>!
WikiWomenCamp is a gathering that aims to celebrate and amplify the voices
of women contributors within the Wikimedia movement. As part of our
commitment to promoting gender diversity and inclusivity, we are extending
this invitation to Women Wikimedians who have demonstrated proficiency and
dedication in addressing gender-related topics specifically focusing on
advancing leadership, skills and designing initiatives within the community.
Submission Details:
To propose your session(s), submit the application form
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeaaCwMqn9VMJdIrqdLm2qXejFz7QSXN3y…>
by
8th August 2023.
Benefits for Selected Trainers:
Selected trainers will receive the following benefits:
-
Coverage of Travel Expenses: We will cover the cost of your round-trip
travel to Delhi.
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Accommodation: We will provide comfortable accommodation during your
stay for the duration of the camp.
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Food: All meals will be provided during the event.
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Event Registration: Your participation as a trainer will include
complimentary event registration.
Important Dates:
Submission Deadline: 8th August 2023
Notification of Selection: 12th August 2023
We understand that there are limited seats available, and your time is
valuable. However, we strongly believe that your contribution to
WikiWomenCamp 2023 will be invaluable in advancing gender equity and
representation within the Wikimedia movement.
We welcome trainers from all Wikimedia projects and regions, and we are
excited to learn from your experiences and insights.
If you have any questions or require further information, please feel free
to reach out to us at talk2us(a)wikiwomencamp.org <talktous(a)wikiwomencamp.org>
Looking forward to receiving your session proposals
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeaaCwMqn9VMJdIrqdLm2qXejFz7QSXN3y…>
.
Best regards,
Afek
On behalf of the WWC team
Dear Esteemed Wikimedians,
We at DCW trust this message finds you in good health and high spirits.
Your unwavering commitment to the Wikimedia movement has played a pivotal
role in shaping the world of open knowledge sharing, and for that, we
extend our heartfelt gratitude.
We are thrilled to extend a special invitation to you to participate in the
"Wikimedia Leadership Development and Skills Enhancement Survey." This
survey has been meticulously crafted to gather your valuable insights and
experiences regarding leadership development and skills infrastructure
within our community.
Survey Details:
Title: Wikimedia Leadership Development and Skills Enhancement Survey
Duration: Approximately 10 minutes.
Purpose: Your input will be instrumental in guiding our efforts to better
support and empower Wikimedians in their leadership journeys.
How to Participate:
Click on the survey link
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdv5ycHRfaod6wbj8zvhIfwO8Mq0pALeBC…>
here
to access the questionnaire.
Thoughtfully and candidly complete the survey by 5th October 2023. Rest
assured that your responses will be held in strict confidence and used
exclusively for research
purposes.
By participating in this survey, you become an integral part of the ongoing
evolution of leadership development and skills enrichment within the
Wikimedia movement and of DCW's ongoing project for the same. Your voice
matters, and your perspectives are essential.
We deeply appreciate your dedication to the Wikimedia community and your
willingness to help us continue to grow and thrive. Your insights will
directly impact the future direction of our project and movement.
Thank you for your time, commitment, and passion for open knowledge
sharing. We eagerly anticipate your participation in the survey.
Warm regards,
Affaf Nasir
Affaf(DCW).
Email address – affaf(a)dcwwiki.org