Wikimedia-l December 2023

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You are invited to the conversation hour with Community Resilience and Sustainability
by Jackie Koerner 13 Dec '23

13 Dec '23

Hi all, You are invited to the quarterly Conversation hour led by Maggie Dennis, Vice President of Community Resilience and Sustainability, on 30 November 2023 at 4 pm UTC <https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1701360000>. Maggie and others from the team will discuss Trust and Safety, the Universal Code of Conduct, Committee Support, and Human Rights. If you are a Wikimedian in good standing (not Foundation- or community-banned), write to let us know you will be attending the conversation and/or share your questions. More information about attending this conversation hour <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Community_Resilience_and_Sustainability/Con…> and notes from previous conversation hours can be found on Meta-wiki <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:CR%26S_meetings>. Best, -- Jackie Koerner (she/her) Communication Specialist, Community Resilience and Sustainability Location: Midwestern US (UTC-5/-6) Let's talk: https://calendly.com/jkoerner-wmf Wikimedia Foundation <https://wikimediafoundation.org/>

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Annual Activity Report (2023) of Wikimedia Community User Group Malta
by Toni Sant 13 Dec '23

13 Dec '23

Dear fellow Wikimedians - This is a little note to let you all know that the Annual Activity Report (2023) of Wikimedia Community User Group Malta is now available on Meta: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Community_User_Group_Malta/Report… We are already in full swing with our activities plan for the year following the work mentioned in this report and we are always grateful for all the support of our community volunteers as well as Wikimedians in the global movement for their priceless input. Your comments and questions are most welcome, either here on on the report's talk page. Best wishes, Toni ___________________________ Toni Sant User:ToniSant Wikimedia Community MaltaWeb: http://www.wikimalta.org

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Introducing Wishathon for Wikimedia’s Community Wishlist!
by Srishti Sethi 13 Dec '23

13 Dec '23

Hello everyone, Wishathon is a new initiative that encourages collaboration across the Wikimedia community to develop solutions for wishes collected through the Community Wishlist Survey: < https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Community_Wishlist_Survey>. The inaugural community edition will take place from *March 15th to 17th, 2024*. You can learn more and sign up here: < https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Event:WishathonMarch2024>. Since May 2022, the Community Tech team has organized five Wishathons < https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Community_Tech/Wishathon> internal to Foundation staff to bring greater technical capacity to address open wishes and promote collaboration on wishes within the product & technology teams. Since the inception of the Wishathon, Foundation staff have helped Community Tech complete work on 10 wishes that were otherwise stalling or incomplete. This next edition of the Wishathon extends to Wikimedia contributors as a next step in these efforts. If you are interested in a project proposal as a user, developer, designer, or product lead, you are welcome to join the event! If you wish to take part in the Wishathon, you can register for the event on this wiki page: < https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Event:WishathonMarch2024>. Organizers will send a message to your talk page with more details about the event in January 2024 and post updates on this page. Read the full announcement: < https://diff.wikimedia.org/2023/12/11/introducing-wishathon-for-wikimedias-…> Cheers, Srishti On behalf of the Wishathon organizing committee (Harumi, TheresNoTime, Karolin, Mary, Sheila, Srishti) *Srishti Sethi* Senior Developer Advocate Wikimedia Foundation <https://wikimediafoundation.org/>

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Release of Tulu Documentary 'Pursa Kattuna' by Karavali Wikimedians
by Bharathesha A B 13 Dec '23

13 Dec '23

Hello, We, the Karavali Wikimedians <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Karavali_Wikimedians>, are delighted to announce the successful production of a documentary film in Tulu Language titled "Pursa Kattuna" in collaboration with CIS-A2K and with the support from Wikimedia Foundation. This film beautifully captures the performing living heritage of Tulunadu. We invite you to watch the documentary and share your valuable comments. It is now available on YouTube <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRHyySTtCe4>and Wikicommons <https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Pursa_Kattuna_Tulu_Documentary.webm>, offering accessibility to a broader audience. Additionally, we are excited to share that there is a write-up about the documentary in the Wikimedia Diff blog <https://diff.wikimedia.org/2023/11/20/pursa-kattuna-unveiling-the-enigmatic…>, further highlighting its significance and cultural richness. We encourage you to explore this comprehensive coverage for a deeper understanding of the project. Your support and engagement mean a lot to us, and we hope you enjoy experiencing the cultural vibrancy showcased in "Pursa Kattuna." Thank you for being a part of our community's creative endeavors. Best regards, Bharathesha Alasandemajalu

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Wikimedia Hackathon 2024: Register and Apply for Scholarships Now!
by Onyinyechi Onifade 11 Dec '23

11 Dec '23

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/ (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, -- *Onyinyechi Onifade * Technical Community Program Manager Wikimedia Foundation <https://wikimediafoundation.org/>

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Annual Activities Report (2023) of Wiki Movimento Brasil
by eder.porto＠hotmail.com 11 Dec '23

11 Dec '23

Dear fellow wikimedians! I hope this message finds you all well. I am thrilled to share with you Wiki Movement Brazil User Group report of activities for 2023 (https://w.wiki/64Un) and the plan of activities of which the report is based on (https://w.wiki/5Wgy). This year was the first year of implementation of our Strategic Plan (https://w.wiki/5upR) and it was full of activities and we had many learnings to share. You can see the report of activities and also some study cases we published, by area or project of our organization. You can also check what activities and projects our user group has prepared for 2024 here: https://w.wiki/8NdK. Have a nice day! Éder -- *Éder Porto | User:EPorto (WMB)* *Gestor de Produtos e Tecnologia | Wiki Movimento Brasil* *wmnobrasil.org <http://wmnobrasil.org/>*

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Announcing the Wikimania 2024 dates and venue
by Wikipedysta Nadzik 11 Dec '23

11 Dec '23

Hi everyone! It is my great pleasure to inform you that Wikimania 2024 will happen on 7-10 August 2024 at International Congress Centre <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Congress_Centre_in_Katowice> in Katowice, Poland <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katowice>. Katowice is a UNESCO City of Music <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/City_of_Music_(UNESCO)>, home to many cultural institutions and in 2024 it will be a European City of Science <https://www.euroscience.org/european-city-of-science>. Situated in the heart of the region, it highlights some of the best of Silesia–rich history and folklore, interesting architecture, and distinct local language and cuisine! Well-connected, it is also a great place from which you can explore the rest of the country. Wikimania Dates The main part of Wikimania is scheduled to happen from 7th to 10th of August. 6tf of August is already designated as a pre-conference about which we will share more information later. Why Katowice? We decided to shift the location to Katowice from Kraków due to unforeseen complications out of our control with our original selected venue. It was critical for us to find an ideal event space for Wikimania with the right facilities, provisions and a great location. We also wanted it to accommodate more general space for informal catch-ups and hangouts, our own bespoke areas and enough meeting rooms for all the event needs. We were also looking for cities that would give a similarly exciting cultural experience for attendees. We were able to find all of that at the International Congress Centre <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Congress_Centre_in_Katowice> in Katowice. We are confident that ICC will meet all of our event needs, and that Katowice and the surrounding area will offer attendees an enriching experience with its fascinating history, outstanding amenities, a range of local cafes and restaurants, and rich cultural institutions–all within walking distance to the main venue. I would like to thank you all for your patience and excitement for the upcoming Wikimania. We cannot wait to meet you all in Katowice next summer Get your scholarship application in now Scholarships for Wikimania 2024 are open <https://diff.wikimedia.org/2023/11/15/wikimania-2024-scholarships-open-appl…> and will close on the 18th of December. We look forward to receiving applications from across our community and welcoming both scholars and attendees to the wonderful city of Katowice! On behalf of the Core Organizing Team 2024, -- Maciej Artur Nadzikiewicz (He/him) Wikimania 2024 Katowice – Team Lead Wikimedia Europe Board Member Wikipedia Administrator Wikimania <https://wikimania.wikimedia.org/wiki/2023:Wikimania>

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WIKIMOVE Podcast: Recommendation 4: The story behind it
by Eva Martin 11 Dec '23

11 Dec '23

Dear Wikimedians, The latest WIKIMOVE episode has just been released! In this month's episode, we're going back in time for a storytelling session. Nikki and Eva will dig deep into the Movement Strategy recommendation number 4, with our own Nicole Ebber joining as one of the guests. You can find this podcast on our website <https://www.wikimedia.de/wikimove-site/podcast/episode-15-recommendation-4-…> and, as always, feel free to share your thoughts on potential future topics and guest suggestions on our meta page. <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/WIKIMOVE/Suggestions> ------------------------------------ *What's in this episode?* In this episode we come back to the “Why” of developing governance for the Wikimedia movement. Our guests uncover the story behind Movement Strategy recommendation #4: “Ensure Equity in Decision Making”, which set the path for writing a charter and creating a global council. Whether you're new or a long-time Wikimedian, this episode offers insights into the journey towards a stronger and more inclusive Wikimedia movement. *Our guests are…* - *Margeigh Novotny *was a member of the working group on roles and responsibilities and is a former WMF lead of Design and Research in the Product Department. - *Nicole Ebber* led the Movement Strategy process and is Director of Governance and Movement Relations at Wikimedia Deutschland WIKIMOVE is also available on the following platforms: Spotify <https://open.spotify.com/show/7olhgddgj7KpWGOzSkPOQJ?si=8907893eb0cd402f> | Apple Podcast <https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wikimove/id1635535328>| Google Podcast <https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5hY2FzdC5jb20vcHVibGljL3…> | Soundcloud <https://soundcloud.com/user-536754242?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&…> Deezer <https://www.deezer.com/de/show/4629487> | JioSaavn <https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/wikimove/1/Te3xsXx-My8_> | Podchaser <https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/wikimove-4759781> | Youtube <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Li5Fn8oI5U4> Your WIKIMOVE Team Nikki, Eva & Sissela -- Eva Martin Program Coordinator Governance and Movement Relations Wikimedia Deutschland e. V. | Tempelhofer Ufer 23-24 | 10963 Berlin Phone: +49 (0)30-577 11 62-0 https://wikimedia.de Keep up to date! Current news and exciting stories about Wikimedia, Wikipedia and Free Knowledge in our newsletter (in German): Subscribe now <https://www.wikimedia.de/newsletter/>. Imagine a world in which every single human being can freely share in the sum of all knowledge. Help us to achieve our vision! https://spenden.wikimedia.de Wikimedia Deutschland — Gesellschaft zur Förderung Freien Wissens e. V. Eingetragen im Vereinsregister des Amtsgerichts Charlottenburg, VR 23855 B. Als gemeinnützig anerkannt durch das Finanzamt für Körperschaften I Berlin, Steuernummer 27/029/42207. Geschäftsführende Vorstände: Franziska Heine, Dr. Christian Humborg

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Completion of Affiliate Reporting for Wikimedia Community User Group Malaysia
by Ahmad Wafiq Aqil Kamarul 09 Dec '23

09 Dec '23

Dear Janice and all, I hope this email finds you well. We would like to inform you that we have completed the reporting requirements for the Wikimedia Community User Group Malaysia as outlined in your previous email "Subject: [urgent action needed] R-CF-2309-13860 ESEAP Conference 2024 (past due Affiliate report requirements)". Should you require any additional information or if further action is needed from our end, please do not hesitate to let us know. We appreciate your attention to this matter. Thank you for your continued support. Best regards, -- *Wafiq Aqil* (pronouns - he/his/him) Outreach Coordinator | *Wikimedia Community User Group Malaysiawebsite: *https://wikimedia.org.my *e-mail: *info(a)wikimedia.org.my

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Next Conversation with the Trustees 7 December
by Elena Lappen 07 Dec '23

07 Dec '23

Hi everyone, The Community Affairs Committee <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Foundation_Community_Affairs_Comm…> of the Wikimedia Foundation Board will be hosting the next Conversation with the Trustees <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Foundation_Community_Affairs_Comm…> on 7 December at 19:00 UTC (check your local time <https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1701975600>). Please save the date! Join the trustees to talk about Product and Technology work, AI, the Talking: 2024 initiative, and more. As always, the call will be 90 minutes and will have both project updates and open discussion. It will be held on Zoom with a live YouTube stream <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CCQwwNiIkW0>. Request the Zoom link or submit questions ahead of time by emailing askcac(a)wikimedia.org, or bring your questions to ask live. Request interpretation up to five days before the event by emailing askcac(a)wikimedia.org. Thanks and see you there! Elena Elena Lappen (she/her/hers) Lead Movement Communications Specialist Wikimedia Foundation <https://wikimediafoundation.org/>

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