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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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IGBO WIKIMEDIANS NOW HAS A MAILING LIST
by Abasili Nkemjika Kingsley 30 May '24

30 May '24

Hello everyone! We are happy to inform you that Igbo Wikimedians User Group now has a mailing list. Kindly subscribe and get up to date Igbo Wiki community News and events. _How to subscribe: Simply follow the link and add your email and name to subscribe._ https://lists.wikimedia.org/postorius/lists/wikimedia-igbo.lists.wikimedia.… Thank you! FOR: Igbo Wikimedians User Group

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[WLA 2024 Training] 8 things you need to know about Wikimedia Commons Category
by Wilson Oluoha 30 May '24

30 May '24

Dear Friends, As part of Wiki In Africa's plans to increase participants capacity, encourage quality contributions and generally improve knowledge and skills with regards to Wikimedia Commons, we wish to cordially invite *You *to the 9th WLA training of the year. *Details* are available on the event page <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Event:8_things_you_need_to_know_about_Wikim…> . Kindly *register* and *share* with interested members of your community. For information on previous trainings, click here <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Wiki_Loves_Africa_Trainings> For information on news and updates concerning WLA 2024, click here <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_Loves_Africa_2024/News> Best regards -- *Wilson Oluoha* UTC+1 Skype: studywilson1106 | Telegram: @Wilsn_Oluoha | Whatsapp: message <https://wa.me/2348069451106> Wikimedia <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:OtuNwachinemere>| <https://www.linkedin.com/in/devouard/>LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilson-oluoha-a2b4a6181/> | Website <https://www.wikilovesafrica.net/> | Instagram <https://instagram.com/i_see_a_picture> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/OluohaWilson> Hear my name <https://namedrop.io/wilsonoluoha>

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[Final Call] Wiki Loves Africa 2024 Images First Review - Final Call For Volunteers
by Wilson Oluoha 29 May '24

29 May '24

Dear Friends, Thank you for a successful upload phase of the contest!!🙏 This is a call for volunteer Wikimedians who wish to be involved in the first review of images that were submitted to the global competition - Wiki Loves Africa in 2024. <https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Commons:Wiki_Loves_Africa_2024> The theme for the competition was Africa Creates with a call for images that depict the creation, manufacture, and/or production of items, objects, commodities, and products by Africans across the continent. Read more about the theme here <https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Commons:Wiki_Loves_Africa_2024/Theme>. If you click this link below: https://bit.ly/42Volunteer <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSer4V-lQ9tRYYQmBy5sKfLTQ3pw8HEnlDh…> ; to review the guideline and proceed to fill out the form,* you will be volunteering to participate in the first yes (keep) /no (do not include) round.* Volunteer reviewers will be asked to nominate yes (to keep) or no (to not include) each image in their assigned group. The first review will take place from the *23 May **- 6 June 2024*. We will be using the Montage tool and the process will last for about 4hours max. The deadline to apply for this review group is 2*0th May 2024*. (Once we have the group in place, we will share more detail with successful reviewers via email.)

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WikiAfrica Hour Episode #35 The Wikimedia Movement Beyond the Summit
by Donia ElDomiaty 24 May '24

24 May '24

Is the Wikimedia Summit at an end? How will affiliates move the Wikimedia Movement forward? What is the status of the Movement Charter? In this episode of WikiAfrica Hour, guest host Erina Mukuta will ensure that our guests answer some of these questions. After an action-packed last Wikimedia Summit in Berlin, the future of affiliate gatherings hangs in the balance. They will chat about the future of these events for Wikimedians and discuss the current status of the long-awaited Movement Charter. *Guests*: - Eva Martin <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Eva_Martin_(WMDE)> - Program Coordinator of WMDE - Ciell <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Ciell> - MCDC - Richard Knipel <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Pharos> - MCDC - Rajene Hardeman <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Windblown29> - Future Affiliate Gatherings Team - Aafi <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Aafi> - Future Affiliate Gatherings Team Join the conversation LIVE *Today*, 24th May @ 4:00pm (UTC) YouTube link: https://bit.ly/WAHour35 On Meta: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/WikiAfrica_Hour/Episodes#Next_episode Get your questions ready! -- *Donia* WikiAfrica Hour Production Coordinator & Wiki In Africa Tools Community Facilitator

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Launch of Africa Wiki Challenge 2024 Tomorrow
by Jael Boateng 23 May '24

23 May '24

Hello Wikimedians, You are invited to the official launch of the fourth(4th) edition of the Africa Wiki Challenge <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Event:Africa_Wiki_Challenge_2024>. The annual competition seeks to project information about Africa on Wikipedia and its sister projects. Over the past three years, the campaign has been organized under different themes including, "*Landmarks in Africa, Projecting Africa Culture, and African Free Continental Trade."* This year's theme "*Educate Africa: Nurturing Minds for the 21st Century" *is in line with the African Union(AU) Day's theme. The AU under the African Union’s Agenda 2063 <https://au.int/en/agenda2063/overview> seeks to create revitalized, high-quality, and unified educational systems that meet the needs of Africa, generate acceptable attitudes, values, knowledge, and skills, and support the continent's participation in the international economy of knowledge. The objective of this year’s Africa Wiki Challenge <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Event:Africa_Wiki_Challenge_2024> is to highlight and recognize the diverse educational perspectives in Africa, encouraging the sharing of information and expertise through engaging content contributions on Wikipedia. Are you ready to contribute your quota in bridging the content gap on Wikipedia? Join the launch as an individual, group, organizer, participant, or spectator as we officially launch the Africa Wiki Challenge 2024 <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Event:Africa_Wiki_Challenge_2024> globally! Speakers: Ama Serwah Nerquaye-Tetteh- Secretary General , UNESCO Ghana *ER Mohammed Yussif Umaru* -*Lecturer, University of Mines and Technology Ghana* Theme: *Educate Africa: Nurturing Minds for the 21st Century* *Date: Friday 24th May, 2024* *Time:* *3:00 pm UTC* To confirm your attendance, kindly register by clicking the link below https://rb.gy/ear90l *NB: There will be interpretation for our Francophone family* Best regards, Jael Serwaa Boateng Executive Director Open Foundation West Africa

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