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Event:WAH Episode 47 - Voices of the Future: Youth Rising in the Wikimedia Movement
WAH Episode 47 - Voices of the Future: Youth Rising in the Wikimedia Movement
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16:00, 25 June 2025 to 17:30, 25 June 2025
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WikiAfrica Hour is a monthly live discussion that supports the activities of the WikiAfrica movement and Wikimedians across Africa.
WikiAfrica Hour's intention is to: Share current updates and highlights of African Wikimedian activities Interact with guest(s) (if any), and take questions from community members Promote synergy within the Wiki community by discussing topics, projects, constraints, collaborations, and opportunities.
Description
[edit]What does youth empowerment really look like in the Wikimedia movement? In this powerful episode of WikiAfrica Hour, we chat with young Wikimedians who are leading campaigns, building communities, and shaping the future of open knowledge. Our guests share their journeys, proudest achievements, and what it takes to thrive as young leaders in the movement. We dive into the challenges they face, how they’re using Wikimedia to build skills, and what true youth inclusion should look like by 2030. From AI and TikTok to leadership and mentorship, this episode is a must-watch for anyone passionate about the future of Wikimedia. Join us as we explore how youth aren’t just the future—they’re the now. Watch, share, and be inspired.
Join us on Wednesday, 25th June, 4 PM UTC to enjoy this interesting episode.
Guest Host
[edit]Guests
[edit]- Ferdinando Traversa President of Wikimedia Italy.
- Ndahiro Derrick Alter a Rwandan advocate for peace, open knowledge, gender equality, and youth engagement in governance. He is the founder of Open Source Knowledge Rwanda (Wikimedia Rwanda).
- Ahmad Ali Karim: External Relations Ambassador, Wikimedia Community User Group Malaysia
In Focus Section
[edit]Highlights from Wikimedia Youth Conference 2025
We will listen to some attendees of Wikimedia Youth Conference 2025 held in Prague, who shared their experience during the conference.