Wikimediauk-l July 2015

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Technology projects / volunteer strategy consultation
by Harry Burt 22 Jul '15

22 Jul '15

[apologies for x-post -- replies to wikimediauk-l please] Hi all Ahead of the volunteer strategy day, my Technology Committee colleagues and I have spent a little time thinking about the volunteer strategy consultation [1]. Charles is going to speak a little on the subject at the Volunteer Gathering [2] so I won't pre-empt the entirety of the discussion there, but rather I wanted to share a couple of personal points that might be helpful in prompting other thoughts that people can take with them on the day (sadly I can't myself attend). The first is that under the model proposed, it will be vital for working groups to really take ownership of project proposals. Over the last two years, IMHO TechComm (I can't profess to speak for other committees) has been pretty good at saying 'Yes', but hasn't been so good at actively supporting those proposals which it likes. By which I mean, it's been good at providing (constructive) challenge, but a project based system has overheads, and working groups will be vital in helping meet those overheads (e.g. by actively filling out and developing project plans). This will require a genuine (if not extensive) time commitment of a form that I think will be quite unfamiliar to many wiki volunteers. The second is that the model for project plans will also be an interesting question to get right. On the one hand, it will be important to be able to be able to compare projects in detail -- there has even been a suggestion that projects should essentially bid into multiple flexible resource pools, which will require quite precise assessment of needs. On the other, we do not wish to put casual volunteers off, or to simply collapse under the weight of paperwork. I have attempt to put up a quick sketch of a hypothetical project plan at [3] so there's a tangible proof of concept out there -- but equally people more knowledgeable than I will be familiar with what other chapters/IEG/FDC ask for. Incidentally, the plan is hosted on Launchpad, a microsite TechComm has been looking at developing to capture former and future projects -- this may be of more general interest. Just food for thought :) Many thanks Harry (User:Jarry1250) [1] https://wikimedia.org.uk/wiki/Volunteer_strategy_consultation_2015 [2] https://wikimedia.org.uk/wiki/Volunteer_Strategy_Gathering/July_2015 [3] https://launchpad.wikimedia.org.uk/translatesvg/ -- Harry Burt

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Cross fertilization ...
by Lester Caine 20 Jul '15

20 Jul '15

Not sure if this is the right forum to discuss this, but at least a UK group will understand UK geography :) Facebook is in a right mess as far as it's list of places that people can select to use as location markers. http://www.jasonfriend.me/facebookplaces/w/editing:incorrectlyspelledcities… will give you some idea of the extent of the problem, and that is by no means complete. You will notice that Wikipedia links are used to provide background information and basically prove to US edtors that we know what we are talking about, but the wikipedia page names are ow causing problems as they are being taken 'literally'. Example https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harlington identifies three UK locations, but uses 'London' rather than 'Hillingdon' to identify that page. As soon as one is on the page the Hillingdon connection is listed, but Facebook are making a meal out of things which is creating even more of a mess. While it is not a wikipedia problem, one tidy up that would make things a little more consistent across several directories would be to replace many of the ,London disambiguation with the correct borough and then the crude Facebook processing would at least pick up the right cross link without having to mess up the hierarchy in Facebook. Personally I'd prefer it if Facebook used a better method of listing places, but many of these problems go back several years and we have not been able to get any movement, so fixing the other end first may finally prompt some action :) ( And I do not have any problem undertaking the work. I've got most of the problem links already documented as part of the 'fix Facebook' campaign ) -- Lester Caine - G8HFL ----------------------------- Contact - http://lsces.co.uk/wiki/?page=contact L.S.Caine Electronic Services - http://lsces.co.uk EnquirySolve - http://enquirysolve.com/ Model Engineers Digital Workshop - http://medw.co.uk Rainbow Digital Media - http://rainbowdigitalmedia.co.uk

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Peter Brook V&A staff editathon today 20 July, 10-3
by Ed Hand 20 Jul '15

20 Jul '15

If anyone is at a loose end during the day today between 10am-3pm and would like to provide virtual support, or is just interested in Peter Brook, I'm running a session for V&A staff about Peter Brook: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:V%26A_Peter_Brook_editathon,_20_Jul… shortcut: WP:Brook Edward Hands Edwardx

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Recruiting an Administration and Programme Assistant
by Richard Nevell 17 Jul '15

17 Jul '15

Hello everyone, We have recently undergone a process of refocusing of our activities, we are now entering an exciting new phase where we want to build on large scale partnerships with external organisations. Strong reporting and administration will be a key element of that. We are looking for a permanent Administration and Programme Assistant to join our staff team. The role will involve providing core administrative and financial support for Wikimedia UK activities, with focus on its programmes and reporting. You will also be the first port of contact for the organisation and supporting the whole of the team in the administrative work of the charity, making it a key role for Wikimedia UK. Further details can be found here <https://wikimedia.org.uk/wiki/Administration_and_Programme_Assistant> and the deadline for applications is 5pm BST on 20 July. Regards, Richard Nevell -- Richard Nevell Assistant Office Manager Wikimedia UK +44 (0) 20 7065 0753 Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4LT. United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation (who operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects). *Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control over Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.*

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Exeter workshop this Weds 15th July
by Rod Ward 15 Jul '15

15 Jul '15

Hi all, This Wednesday (15th July) I will be doing (with help from Andy Dingley) a workshop at the University of Exeter for web and comms staff from several universities - see https://wikimedia.org.uk/wiki/Exeter_University_July_2015 for details. I will try to add to that page the usernames of participants and any articles edited during the day. If anyone had any time and could help to monitor, advise and guide the participants remotely that would be great. Rod

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Welcoming Lucy Crompton-Reid as new CEO of Wikimedia UK
by Michael Maggs 14 Jul '15

14 Jul '15

Dear all I am very pleased to be able to announce today that Wikimedia UK has been been fortunate enough to secure as our new CEO Lucy Crompton-Reid, currently Director of the national live literature charity Apples and Snakes. Lucy brings extensive experience in volunteer engagement, organisational development, working with strategic partners, media, education, and securing external fundraising from trusts and foundations. Over the course of her career Lucy has worked in both the charitable and public sectors, including most recently Head of Outreach at the House of Lords where she was strategic and operational lead for education and outreach activities. Before that, she worked at Arts Council England, initially developing strategic partnerships before setting up a new area office with local government and schools partnerships. As Refugee Week National Co-ordinator for the British Refugee Council, Lucy chaired the UK steering group of NGOs and charities, led on media activities, and facilitated hundreds of volunteer cultural events each year. Lucy is passionate about education and learning and is deeply committed to ensuring open access to knowledge and information. Lucy will be joining us in early October. In the meantime, our interim CEO, D'Arcy Myers, will remain in post and will be working with Lucy to ensure a smooth handover. Please join me in offering Lucy a very warm welcome. Lucy says /I'm delighted to be joining Wikimedia UK this October as the charity's new Chief Executive, and look forward to working with the staff team, board and volunteer community -- as well as national and international partners -- to develop the work of the organisation. This is a significant time for Wikimedia and for the open knowledge sector more broadly, with the potential to create unparalleled access to educational content, coupled with threats to limit public access to information and knowledge. With nearly 18 years' experience in the arts, charitable and public sectors, I'm passionate about participation, and excited about the opportunity to facilitate greater public engagement with online content and information through Wikipedia and its sister projects, and other Wikimedia UK initiatives./ ____________ Michael Maggs Chair, Wikimedia UK [The Wiki version of this announcement can be found here: https://wikimedia.org.uk/wiki/Engine_room#Welcoming_Lucy_Crompton-Reid_as_C…]

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New candidates
by Richard Symonds 06 Jul '15

06 Jul '15

Hello everyone, There have been a few new candidates put themselves forward for the AGM elections today. You can read their statements at https://wikimedia.org.uk/wiki/2015_AGM/Elections/Statements. You can also ask them questions at https://wikimedia.org.uk/wiki/2015_AGM/Elections/Questions. All the best, Richard Symonds Wikimedia UK 0207 065 0992 Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4LT. United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation (who operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects). *Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control over Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.*

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First trustee candidate
by Richard Symonds 02 Jul '15

02 Jul '15

All, The first nomination for the board elections at the AGM has been received and can be viewed at https://wikimedia.org.uk/wiki/2015_AGM/Elections. Nominations are, therefore, officially "open" and the next few weeks will hopefully reveal a plethora of candidates who are up to the task ahead of us! All the best, Richard Symonds Wikimedia UK 0207 065 0992 Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4LT. United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation (who operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects). *Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control over Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.*

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Re: [Wikimediauk-l] Wikimeet survey
by Gordon Joly 02 Jul '15

02 Jul '15

> Of course, it’s not mandatory to drink while in a pub. ;) > > Joe > > -- > *Joe Sutherland* > http://jossu.co.uk Yes, but I had a birthday party in a pub and a Muslim friend refused to join us. Gordo

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Member's email has gone out
by Richard Symonds 01 Jul '15

01 Jul '15

Hello all, The Wikimedia UK AGM notice has gone out (or it did do at 5pm). Those of you who are eligible to vote should have the email in their inboxes. Check your spam folders too! All the best, Richard Symonds Wikimedia UK 0207 065 0992 Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4LT. United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation (who operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects). *Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control over Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.*

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