Wiki Loves Folklore in Ethiopia 2025 - Detailed Plan
Wiki Loves Folklore 2025 in Ethiopia
Introduction Wiki Loves Folklore 2025 in Ethiopia is part of the global Wiki Loves Folklore campaign. It aims to document and promote Ethiopia's rich and diverse intangible heritage, focusing on folklore, music, storytelling, traditional dances, and rituals. This initiative empowers local communities to share their unique perspectives with the world through Wikimedia platforms.
Goals Increase Representation: Address the knowledge gap about Ethiopian folklore on Wikimedia platforms. Raise Awareness: Promote Ethiopia’s cultural heritage globally. Empower Communities: Train contributors in creating and sharing freely licensed content. Foster Partnerships: Collaborate with institutions for authentic and high-quality contributions. Planned Activities 1. Launch and Outreach Campaign Develop flyers, videos, and social media posts to raise awareness. Collaborate with local media outlets and influencers to reach broader audiences. Organize online forums and in-person engagement sessions. 2. Workshops and Training Conduct workshops on uploading media and editing Wikipedia articles. Organize mobile photography workshops for inclusivity. Provide ongoing technical support for new contributors. 3. Photography and Media Drive Partner with cultural institutions, artists, and folklore experts to document Ethiopian heritage. Host community photo walks and storytelling sessions in culturally significant locations. 4. Contest and Recognition Promote the Wiki Loves Folklore contest locally to encourage contributions. Organize a local judging panel and award prizes for exceptional media. 5. Follow-Up Activities Create curated collections on Wikimedia Commons showcasing Ethiopian folklore. Organize edit-a-thons to enhance Wikipedia and Wikidata entries. Host post-event discussions to reflect on successes and challenges. Target Participants
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Photography Enthusiasts - Cultural Practitioners - Students and Academics - Existing Wikimedia Contributors } Partnerships We plan to collaborate with the following organizations to ensure a wide-reaching and impactful campaign: Oromo Cultural Center: For hosting discussions and supporting cultural documentation. Fendika Cultural Center: For organizing storytelling sessions and photo walks. Goethe-Institut Äthiopien: For workshops and awareness campaigns. Institute for Musicology (Hungarian Academy of Sciences): For documenting traditional music and rituals. Metrics
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