Karavali Wikimedians/Events/Tuluvas Aati Month Document Demonstration and MOU Signing at SDM College Ujire

Karavali Wikimedians User Group organizing Tuluvas Aati Month Document Demonstration and MOU Signing at SDM College Ujire. It is part of the Wiki Edu program, where the Wiki community educates college students and lecturers on preserving and safeguarding culture and heritage.

Objectives

• MOU Signing with SDM College
• Tuluvas Aati Month Document Demonstration
• Lightning talk by Dr.Sundar Kenaje

Venue and Date

• SDM College Ujire
• 11th January 2025 , 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM IST

Organizers

• Bharathesha Alasandemajalu
• Dr Vishwanatha Badikana
• Dr Diva Kokkada

Resource Person

• Dr. Sundar Kenaje , Folklorist.
• Yadupathi Gowda, Principle, vani PU College, Belthangady

Participated Karavali Wikimedians Members

1. Yakshitha (talk) 05:03, 11 January 2025 (UTC)
2. Ashay vb (talk) 05:43, 11 January 2025 (UTC)
3. --Vishwanatha Badikana (talk) 05:14, 11 January 2025 (UTC)
4. --Bharathesha Alasandemajalu (talk) 05:36, 11 January 2025 (UTC)

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  Karavali Wikimedians Event at SDM college
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  Karavali Wikimedians Event at SDM college
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  MOU signing at SDM college and Tuluvas Ati month documentation demonstration ,Ujire
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  DrSundar Kenaje at Karavali Wikimedians Event SDMCollege
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  Discussion during Video Demonstration at SDM College Ujire
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  Karavali Wikimedians Event at SDM college
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  DrVishwanath Badikana at SDM college during MOU signing at SDM college and Tuluvas Ati month documentation demonstration
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  Discussion during Video Demonstration at SDM
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  Discussion during Video Demonstration at SDM
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  Yadupathi Gowda at Karavali Wikimedians Event SDMCollege
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  Karavali Wikimedians Event at SDM college
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  MOU signing at SDM college and Tuluvas Ati month documentation demonstration ,Ujire
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  Discussion during Video Demonstration at SDM
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  Discussion during Video Demonstration at SDM
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  Discussion during Video Demonstration at SDM

Deliberations

Tuluvas Aati Month Document Demonstration and MOU Signing

The "Tuluvas Aati Month Document Demonstration and MOU Signing" event was held on January 11, 2025, at SDM College, Ujire. Organized in collaboration with the Kannada Department and the PG Department of Journalism & Mass Communication, the event celebrated the rich traditions of the Tuluva community and highlighted the significance of cultural documentation. More than 70 Students and lectures were actively participated in this event.

The function was inaugurated by the Vice Principal of SDM College, setting a ceremonial tone for the day's proceedings and encouraging students to actively participate in preserving culture and heritage. Mr. Bhaskara Hegde, from the Department of Journalism & Mass Communication, warmly welcomed the gathering, paving the way for a series of enlightening discussions. Dr. Diva Kakkada, Lecturer in the Kannada Department, led the entire program with great enthusiasm.

• Inspiring Talks on Documentation

Dr. Sundar Kenaje, accompanied by Mr. Yadupathi Gowda, a key resource person, delivered a captivating address on the critical role of documentation. Dr. Kenaje emphasized how meticulous record-keeping can significantly contribute to academic growth and career development. He illustrated his points with live examples, including the iconic Gadayi Kallu, to underline the importance of research-oriented documentation in today’s context.

• Folklore and Open-Source Contributions

Dr. Vishwanatha Badikana, President of the Karavali Wikimedians User Group, spoke passionately about documenting folklore. He highlighted the importance of preserving cultural narratives in the modern era and encouraged the audience to contribute to open-source platforms like Wikimedia. His insights provided a roadmap for utilizing documented content effectively to benefit wider communities.

• Experiences in Aati Month Documentation

Mr. Bharathesha shared his firsthand experiences while documenting the traditions of Aati Month. He elaborated on the challenges and rewards of safeguarding living heritage, stressing the urgency of preserving cultural practices for future generations.

• Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

A landmark moment of the event was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Karavali Wikimedians User Group and SDM College. This agreement formalizes their collaboration, ensuring sustained efforts in documenting and promoting Tulu heritage.

• Aati Month Documentation Demonstration

The demonstration of the Tuluvas Aati Month documentation showcased traditional customs and practices associated with the festival. The presentation highlighted the cultural significance of these traditions, fostering a deeper appreciation for Tuluva heritage among attendees.