Event:Identifying Win-Win Relationships with Partners for Wikimedia

Join us for the third sensitization workshop in our Advocacy series, as part of the Feminism and Folklore International Campaign. This workshop, titled "Identifying Win-Win Relationships with Partners for Wikimedia," will be led by the esteemed Alex Stinson, Lead Program Strategist at the Wikimedia Foundation. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights into forging effective partnerships.

Objectives

• Introduction to Partnerships: Overview of the importance of building win-win relationships within the Wikimedia movement.

• Strategies for Collaboration: Learn practical strategies for identifying and fostering effective partnerships.

• Case Studies: Explore real-world examples of successful partnerships in the Wikimedia community.

• Interactive Discussions: Engage in discussions to share experiences and insights on collaboration and advocacy.

Details

• 📅 Date: 7^th December 2024

• ⏰ Time: 4:30 PM UTC (Check your local time zone)

• 📍 Venue: Online

How to Join

• Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItc-2sqjgqG9JuAtLDg4kxzNzlW-XqkqUf
• Meeting ID: 860 4444 3016

• Passcode: 834088

We welcome participants to bring their diverse perspectives and stories as we delve into the collaborative opportunities within the Wikimedia movement. Together, we’ll explore how these partnerships can enhance our advocacy and community efforts.

The presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ZlNfKmIlM51Bx-xlOjaWZgruCEzCTleW3NJ6b3K87D4/edit

Report Summary

Strategy for Partnership Engagement

• Create promotional videos to showcase Wikimedia initiatives.
• Send informational emails to potential partners outlining benefits.
• Host panel discussions and present at partner events to increase visibility.
• Invite partners to participate in campaigns or events to build relationships.
• Utilize networking events and subject-specific documentation to initiate conversations.

Priorities for a successful partnerships

• Engage with local communities to promote unique cultural initiatives for folklore
• leverage on institutional goals to foster deeper relationships and commitment
• Build a mutually beneficial partnerships to enhance global reach and impact.

Pitfalls to note

• Collaboration requires time and significant resources
• Misunderstanding as a result of unclear communication with partnership models
• Lack of awareness in some can also hinder engagement