African-Wikimedians June 2024

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Call for Submissions: Wiki Indaba 2024
by WikiIndaba 2024 05 Jun '24

05 Jun '24

Hello Wikimedians, We are thrilled to announce the call for submissions for the tenth edition of Wiki Indaba, taking place in Johannesburg, South Africa from October 4-6, 2024. This year's theme is "!ke e: /xarra //ke" – United in Diversity. We invite you to share your knowledge, passion, and experiences with the global Wikimedia community by submitting a session proposal. Whether you're a newcomer or a seasoned contributor, your unique perspective is valued and will enrich the conference. Possible session formats include: - Individual presentations - Collaborative sessions with peers - Panel discussions We welcome proposals on a wide range of topics, including: - GLAM, heritage, and culture - Gender, equity, inclusion, and community health - Research, education, and technology - Movement governance (legal, advocacy, and risks) - Any other topic relevant to the Wikimedia community To learn more about the submission requirements and to submit your proposal, please follow this link: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/WikiIndaba_conference_2024/Submissions. The deadline for submissions is Sunday, June 30, 2024, at 11:59 PM (your local time <https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1719780300>). Proposals can be submitted in either French or English. Please note: Only proposals submitted via the meta page will be considered. We are unable to accept proposals submitted via email or directly to the Conference Co-Chairs. We look forward to receiving your proposal and seeing you at WikiIndaba 2024! Sincerely, The WikiI ndaba 2024 Organizing Committee *Français * Bonjour les Wikimédiens, Nous sommes ravis d'annoncer l'appel à candidatures pour la dixième édition de Wiki Indaba, qui se tiendra à Johannesburg, en Afrique du Sud, du 4 au 6 octobre 2024. Le thème de cette année est *"!ke e : /xarra //ke" - Unis dans la diversité.* Nous vous invitons à partager vos connaissances, votre passion et vos expériences avec la communauté Wikimedia mondiale en soumettant une proposition de session. Que vous soyez un nouveau venu ou un contributeur chevronné, votre perspective unique est appréciée et enrichira la conférence. Les formats de session possibles sont les suivants: - des présentations individuelles - Sessions de collaboration avec des pairs - Discussions en panel Nous acceptons des propositions sur un large éventail de sujets, y compris : - GLAM, patrimoine et culture - Le genre, l'équité, l'inclusion et la santé communautaire - Recherche, éducation et technologie - Gouvernance du mouvement (juridique, plaidoyer et risques) - Tout autre sujet pertinent pour la communauté Wikimedia. Pour en savoir plus sur les conditions de soumission et pour soumettre votre proposition, veuillez suivre le lien suivant lien suivant : https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/WikiIndaba_conference_2024/Submissions. La date limite de soumission est fixée au dimanche 30 juin 2024 à 23h59 (heure locale <https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1719780300>). Les propositions peuvent être soumises en français ou en anglais. Remarque : Seules les propositions soumises via la méta-page seront prises en compte. Nous ne pouvons pas accepter les propositions soumises par courriel ou directement aux coprésidents de la conférence. Nous nous réjouissons de recevoir votre proposition et de vous voir à WikiIndaba 2024 ! Cordialement, Le comité d'organisation de Wiki Indaba 2024

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Fwd: [Wikimedia-l] Invitation to attend the WikiForHumanRights 2024 Expert Panel, June 13th at 14:00 UTC
by Alex Stinson 04 Jun '24

04 Jun '24

Since the #WikiForHumanRights campaign is very active in African Wikimedia Communities, I wanted to make sure you saw this upcoming event. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: <talktohumanrights(a)wikimedia.org> Date: Tue, Jun 4, 2024 at 3:57 PM Subject: [Wikimedia-l] Invitation to attend the WikiForHumanRights 2024 Expert Panel, June 13th at 14:00 UTC To: <wikimedia-l(a)lists.wikimedia.org> Cc: talktohumanrights <talktohumanrights(a)wikimedia.org> Dear community members, We would like to invite the Wikimedia communities and collaborators to a Panel hosted by Wikimedia Foundation (WMF) representatives, UN Human Rights, and UNEP. The panel will include stakeholders in the field of science, human rights and technology. The event aims to highlight critical issues surrounding access to scientific knowledge and technology, the right to benefit from science, and the accessibility of data on environmental matters. The discussion will explore the links between science and human rights, including the rights to benefit from science and its applications, to access information, and to meaningful and informed participation. The meta page of the event can be found here <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Event:WikiForHumanRights_2024_Expert_Panel> . Wikimedia communities and projects are one of the most important platforms for gathering the knowledge we need to address our current environmental crises while building a just and sustainable future for all. Wikimedians who participate in the panel will better understand how they can be part of enhancing global access to scientific data and technology, and to advance the collaboration between scientists, policy-makers, Indigenous Peoples, and the public via platforms like Wikipedia. The event is part of the larger #WikiForHumanrights Campaign <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/WikiForHumanRights> hosted by the Wikimedia Foundation, where volunteer communities around the world improve Wikipedia content related to human rights. The 2024 theme for the campaign is “Knowledge for a Sustainable Future”. Other community events can be found here <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/WikiForHumanRights/Join_Community_Events>. This event will take place on June 13th at 14:00 UTC, hosted on the Zoom platform. Please register using the Registration link <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Event:WikiForHumanRights_2024_Expert_Panel> from the meta page. The event will be held in the English language, translation will be provided in the following languages: Spanish, Russian, French and Arabic. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at talktohumanrights(a)wikimedia.org. We will share the Panel participants soon! _______________________________________________ Wikimedia-l mailing list -- wikimedia-l(a)lists.wikimedia.org, guidelines at: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Mailing_lists/Guidelines and https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia-l Public archives at https://lists.wikimedia.org/hyperkitty/list/wikimedia-l@lists.wikimedia.org… To unsubscribe send an email to wikimedia-l-leave(a)lists.wikimedia.org -- Alex Stinson Lead Program Strategist Wikimedia Foundation Learn more about how the communities behind Wikipedia, Wikidata and other Wikimedia projects create calls to action to invite new contributors through campaigns: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Campaigns

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WikiConference Nigeria 2024 scholarships application now open
by Ammar Abdulhamid 01 Jun '24

01 Jun '24

Dear Wikimedians, Scholarship application for WikiConference Nigeria 2024 is now open. Wikimedians can now apply for a scholarship to attend the maiden edition of the conference which will take place in September in Abuja, Nigeria. More details about the scholarships and all questions in the application form can be found on the scholarship page on Meta-wiki: https://w.wiki/AFzW To apply for a scholarship, fill out the application form on: https://forms.gle/VvXav52CasbkFCfG7 The deadline for submitting a scholarship application is June 15. Applicants will be notified of decisions in July. Best, Ammar On behalf of the Conference Scholarship Committee

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WikiFranca new board members
by Aristide KOUAME 01 Jun '24

01 Jun '24

Hello everyone, I hope this email finds you well. We are excited to announce that a new board was elected at the *WikiFranca* General Meeting on Thursday, April 25, 2024. The new board members are : *Chair* : Georges Fodouop (Cameroon) *Secretary* : Afek BEN CHAHED (Tunisia) *Treasurer *: Diallo Mamadou Falilou (Guinea) *Deputy Secretary *: Michael David Miller (Canada) *Vice-treasurer *: Rency Inson Michel (Haiti) Best regards, *WikiFranca Communications Team*

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Join the Naija Office Hour: Planning for Impact - WMF Annual Plan Engagement
by Ayokanmi Oyeyemi 01 Jun '24

01 Jun '24

Dear Wikimedians, We are thrilled to invite you to the June edition of the Naija Office Hour <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Naija_Office_Hour/Our_work#Office_hour_logs>, themed "Planning for Impact: WMF Annual Plan Engagement." This event offers a unique opportunity for Africans to contribute to the discussions shaping the Wikimedia Foundation's annual plan <https://meta.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Foundation_Annual_Plan> and ask questions to our esteemed speakers: - *Anusha Alikhan*, Chief Communications Officer, Wikimedia Foundation. - *Selena Deckelmann,* Chief Product and Technology Officer. - *Mayur Paul*, Senior Director, Movement Communications Event Details: - Date: Saturday, June 1st, 2024 - Time: *11:00 am UTC* - Platform: Zoom Register here <https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvdOCuqjMoG9MhU4xMP7z9gtoFg4PVc-…> to secure your spot and ensure Africa's voice is heard in this important discussion. Best regards, Ayokanmi On behalf of the organizing team.

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