MRU Wikimedians Community
The MRU Wikimedian Community is a group of Wikimedians from the anglophone Mano River region, encompassing Liberia and Sierra Leone. This community is dedicated to promoting free knowledge, supporting Wikimedia projects, and fostering collaboration among contributors in the region.
Formed as a collaborative effort between the West Africa ICT Action Network (WAICTAN) and Open Knowledge Ghana, the MRU Wikimedian Community aims to advance the principles of open knowledge, encourage participation in Wikimedia projects, and build a vibrant community of knowledge sharers in the Mano River region.
Vision and Mission
[edit ]Vision
[edit ]To create an inclusive environment where free knowledge is accessible to everyone in the MRU region.
Mission
[edit ]- Promote Wikimedia projects as tools for education and information sharing.
- Support contributors in creating high-quality content.
- Partner with institutions to preserve and share cultural heritage.
- Empower community members with the skills to participate actively in the Wikimedia movement.
Objectives
[edit ]- Increase awareness and participation in Wikimedia projects.
- Conduct workshops and training sessions to enhance contributor skills.
- Document the cultural and historical richness of the MUR region.
- Build partnerships with organizations and institutions for knowledge sharing.
Activities
[edit ]The MUR Wikimedian Community engages in various activities to achieve its mission:
- Edit-a-thons: Collaborative editing events focused on improving specific topics or content gaps.
- Workshops: Training sessions for new and experienced contributors.
- Community Outreach: Engaging with local communities to promote Wikimedia projects.
- Advocacy: Promoting open knowledge and free licenses in the region.
Membership
[edit ]Membership is open to anyone interested in contributing to Wikimedia projects and advancing the mission of free knowledge. To join, simply add your username to the membership list below:
Communication Channels
[edit ]We encourage members and interested individuals to connect with us through the following platforms:
- Discussion Page: Talk page
- Telegram Page: Community Telegram page
- Social Media: Links to official accounts coming soon!
Reports
[edit ]Transparency and accountability are core values of our community. All activity reports will be shared below:
Contact Us
[edit ]Do you have questions or want to collaborate? Reach out to us via:
- Email: mruwikimedian@gmail.com
- Talk Page: Talk:MUR Wikimedian Community
