Wikimedia Foundation Affiliates Strategy/Implementation/User Group recognition process/Letter of intent example

This is an example of the letter of intent that would be published on Meta-wiki and sent to affected projects and affiliates that may be impacted by a user group's recognition.

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[Proposed User Group Name]

Date: [Insert Date]

To: Wikimedia Affiliates and the Global Wikimedia Community

Dear Wikimedia Affiliates and Community Members,

We are excited to announce our intent to form the [User Group Name], a new Wikimedia User Group with a focus on [mission/theme]. This user group aims to [briefly explain the purpose or goals of the user group, i.e., contribute to, preserve, and expand free knowledge around a particular theme or geography].

Mission: Our mission is to [describe the overarching purpose of the user group, such as enhancing awareness, creating content, or fostering community participation in a specific area of interest]. We are committed to supporting the Wikimedia movement by [specific activities like organizing events, workshops, edit-a-thons, content creation, or collaborations].

Focus Area: Our group will primarily focus on [describe the focus area, e.g., language, subject matter, or geographical area]. Specifically, we will engage with the following:

Languages: [List the languages your group will work in].
Themes: [Mention the themes your group is centered on, such as gender, history, culture, etc.].
Geographical Region: We are based in [region/city/country] and plan to extend our activities within this area, fostering connections with local communities and institutions.

Current Location and Regional Activities: Our group is currently located in [city/region], and we aim to collaborate with local affiliates and communities across [region/country] to ensure widespread participation and representation in our activities. [Mention any collaborations, partnerships, or regional events you plan to participate in].

Call for Collaboration: We welcome collaboration and support from other affiliates and individuals across the Wikimedia movement. We believe that working together with other user groups and affiliates will enhance our efforts and strengthen the global Wikimedia ecosystem.

If you would like to learn more about our user group, share feedback, or explore opportunities to collaborate, feel free to contact us at [contact information]. We look forward to contributing to the Wikimedia movement and making a meaningful impact through our activities.

Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]