Hello everyone
I'd like to relay a job opening at Wiki in Africa.
We are hiring a Program Facilitator, with two main roles : Live
BroadCast Facilitator and Lead Ambassador for WikiAfrica Tools.
Paid position, 50% of time, 100% remote
Deadline to apply : 07th of January
Starting : earliest convenience Feb
All details and links to apply here :
https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_In_Africa/Job
Best
Florence
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Bonjour
Je voudrais relayer une offre d'emploi chez Wiki in Africa. Nous
recherchons un-e Facilitateur-trice pour nos programmes, avec deux rôles
principaux : Facilitateur-trice broadcasting et Ambassadeur-drice pour
les outils WikiAfrica. Poste rémunéré, 50% du temps, 100% à distance.
Date limite de candidature : 7 janvier Début : au plus tôt en février
Tous les détails et liens pour postuler ici :
https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_In_Africa/Job
Meilleures salutations,
Florence
Hi everyone,
In celebration of Human Rights Day
<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_Rights_Day>, the Human Rights Team at
the Wikimedia Foundation is
excited to host a one-hour community conversation focused on exploring and
addressing
human rights risks, particularly for Wikimedians. The event aims to shed
light on the unique challenges faced by the volunteers and to foster a
deeper understanding of the human rights implications inherent in their
work.
*Date and time*: December 8th, 2023 at 6 pm UTC. Click this link
<https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1702058400> to find your
local time
For more details and to register, go to this Meta-wiki page
<https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Human_Rights_Team/2023_Human_Rights_Day_Con…>
Many thanks,
Mahuton
Hello all,
You might have already heard the buzz: the Wikimedia Hackathon is gearing
up for an incredible event in Tallinn, Estonia
<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tallinn>, from May 3rd - 5th, 2024. Now,
we're thrilled to announce that the Registration form is now open
<https://pretix.eu/wikimedia/wmhackathon2024/>! The Registration form also
includes an optional Scholarship application
<https://pretix.eu/wikimedia/wmhackathon2024/>
<https://pretix.eu/wikimedia/wmhackathon2024/>which will run until January
5th 2024.
Participation in the onsite Wikimedia Hackathon in Tallinn is contingent
upon registration. The registration portal will remain accessible until we
hit our venue's capacity, which is approximately set at 220 participants.
Here's the exciting part: the event itself is entirely free of charge
ensuring that everyone has an opportunity to join us. Please note that
participants are required to make individual travel arrangements unless they
have been awarded a scholarship.
*Link to Registration & Scholarship Application:*
pretix.eu/wikimedia/wmhackathon2024/
<https://pretix.eu/wikimedia/wmhackathon2024/>(For detailed instructions,
please visit the Mediawiki page
<https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Hackathon_2024/Participate#Registr…>
)
To ensure a vibrant and diverse participation, the Wikimedia Foundation
extends scholarships that encompass:
-
Travel
-
Accommodation expenses for a selected group of technical contributors.
The application form is seamlessly integrated into the registration process
and will remain accessible until January 5th 2024. For comprehensive
details about the scholarship process, committee, and eligibility criteria,
please visit the dedicated page
<https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Hackathon_2024/Participate#Scholar…>
.
It's worth noting that the registration and scholarship application form is
powered by Pretix, an open-source third-party service, which may introduce
additional terms. If you have inquiries regarding privacy and data
handling, consult the privacy statement
<https://foundation.wikimedia.org/wiki/Legal:Wikimedia_Hackathon_2024_Privac…>
for
more information. Your participation matters, and we're committed to making
it as accessible as possible!
To collaborate and discuss hackathon plans with fellow participants, we
recommend starting conversations on the talk page
<https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Talk:Wikimedia_Hackathon_2024> and
exploring the various channels mentioned here
<https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Hackathon_2024/Connect>.
Should you encounter any questions or encounter issues related to the
registration form or scholarship application, don't hesitate to reach out
to the organization team. You can connect with us via the talk page
<https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Talk:Wikimedia_Hackathon_2024> or through
email at hackathon(a)wikimedia.org We're here to support you every step of
the way!
For the organizing team,
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*Onyinyechi Onifade *
Technical Community Program Manager
Wikimedia Foundation <https://wikimediafoundation.org/>
Chers Wikimédiens,
Nous vous remercions d'avoir répondu à l'appel à candidatures pour les
ambassadeurs linguistiques de Wiki Loves Africa. Nous sommes très
enthousiastes quant à la qualité des candidats jusqu'à présent.
Cet e-mail vous rappelle que la *date limite de dépôt des candidatures est
fixée au 4 Décembre*. N'oubliez pas de poser votre candidature si vous êtes
intéressé ou si vous connaissez quelqu'un qui le serait.
*Click to Apply
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfkhgoUb854R-z7cXhdRXd4ByUAuWdEzKE…>*
*Plus précisément, nous vous demandons de partager l'ouverture avec les
membres de la communauté portugaise ou toute personne ayant une
connaissance pratique du portugais et susceptible d'être intéressée.*
DATE LIMITE DE DÉPÔT DES CANDIDATURES : 4 Décembre 2023* – *minuit, partout
sur Terre.
Pour plus d'informations et le lien vers le formulaire de candidature,
cliquez ici : Wiki In Africa/Wiki Loves Africa/Ambassadors
<https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_In_Africa/Wiki_Loves_Africa/Ambassadors>
Le meilleur,
Wilson
Dear Wikimedians,
Thank you for your response so far to the call for Wiki Loves Africa
linguistic Ambassadors. We are super excited with the quality of candidates
thus far.
This email is to remind you that the deadline for applications is *today
4th December*. Just a quick reminder to apply if you are interested or know
someone who would be.
*Click to Apply
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfkhgoUb854R-z7cXhdRXd4ByUAuWdEzKE…>*
*Specifically, we wish to request that you share the opening with members
of the portuguese community or anyone who has working knowledge of
portuguese and would be interested.*
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS : *4 December 2023 – midnight, everywhere on
Earth*
See more information and application link here : Wiki In Africa/Wiki Loves
Africa/Ambassadors
<https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_In_Africa/Wiki_Loves_Africa/Ambassadors>
Best,
Wilson
Dear Wikimedians,
We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming CFA WiR
<https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Code_for_Africa%E2%80%99s_Wikipedian_in_Res…>
Anglophone
International Conference focused on 'Advancing the Africa Agenda among
African Wikimedia Communities.' An agenda birthed at the Africa Baraza
<https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Afrika_Baraza>.
🗣️ Speakers: Ndahiro Derrick Alter (Founder and Executive Director,
Wikimedia Rwanda) and Felix Nartey (Senior Program Officer, Wikimedia
Foundation).
👤 Moderator: Bukola James, Community Coordinator CfA WiR
🎯Conference Focus: Our discussions will centre on understanding the core
objectives of the Africa Agenda and devising practical steps to
meaningfully contribute to its goals. We will delve into the intricacies of
the community landscape, addressing challenges and needs, and proposing
effective solutions to ultimately empower African Wikimedians to co-create
strategic directions for Wikimedia communities in Africa.
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, 5th December 2023.
⏰Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC (2:00 PM - 3:30 PM WAT)
🔗 Venue: Zoom Meeting
<https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84038335281?pwd=bS5n9VOdIadXz6P24AaR72u6iyLV8G.1>
(No registration needed!!)
📃Pre-panel material for participants: Africa Agenda
<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MlIL4u75GqRPrVuB2hPdb43UuyHbysDQ6XYKqFs…>
Join us for this impactful session aimed at empowering and enriching our
Wikimedia communities in Africa.
Looking forward to your participation!
Bukola James <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Bukky658>
Community Coordinator,
Code for Africa <http://codeforafrica.org/> (Knowledge Team/ WiRs
Initiatives)
Dear Friends,
Wiki Loves Africa recently announced a call for linguistic Ambassadors. *Thank
you for the swift response so far. *
This email is to request specifically for *Portuguese speaking Africans* to
also consider applying for the role of Portuguese Language Ambassadors with
Wiki Loves Africa.
*Click to Apply
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfkhgoUb854R-z7cXhdRXd4ByUAuWdEzKE…>*
We request your kind assistance in helping transmit this message to
colleagues and friends in the Portuguese speaking communities.
Many thanks
Wilson