Dear Wikimedians,
I hope this message finds you well. We are excited to announce the launch of Wiki Loves Monuments 2024 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Commons:Wiki_Loves_Monuments_2024_in_United_Arab_Emirates and we are looking for enthusiastic volunteers and knowledgeable jury members to join our team.
Wiki Loves Monuments is an international photographic competition where participants capture images of historical monuments and cultural heritage sites to share them with the world via Wikimedia Commons. This year, we aim to highlight the rich cultural heritage of the UAE through photography.
Volunteer Roles: As a volunteer, you will play a crucial role in organizing and promoting the competition. Tasks may include outreach, social media promotion, coordination with participants, and more.
Jury Members: We are also seeking jury members who are familiar with Wikimedia Commons guidelines and have expertise in photography or cultural heritage. Your role will involve evaluating and selecting the best photographs submitted to the competition.
Links for Reference:
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Wiki Loves Monuments 2024 in United Arab Emirates https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Commons:Wiki_Loves_Monuments_2024_in_United_Arab_Emirates -
Copyright Rules in UAE https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Commons:Copyright_rules_by_territory/United_Arab_Emirates -
Specialty: Freedom of Panorama in UAE https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/COM:FOP_UAE
How to Get Involved: If you are interested in volunteering or becoming a jury member, please fill out this Google Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdX6--LlxeXoqn25ToIAkMbXAiGEhnuazl--uSVAca7nVEwFg/viewform. We welcome participation from both experienced Wikimedians and newcomers passionate about cultural heritage preservation. Your support and involvement are crucial to making Wiki Loves Monuments 2024 in the UAE a success.
Thank you for your consideration, and we look forward to your participation!
Best regards
Bukola James https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Bukky658
Communications Lead
WLM 2024 UAE