Template:Movement Charter Ambassadors Program/Preload
General Information[edit]
- Feedback channels: Online Meetings, WhatsApp, Live Community meetings, Google forms
- Number of participants: 15
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The Wikimedia Movement Charter defines the values, rights, and responsibilities of participants within the movement, aiming to foster collaboration, guide strategic planning, protect donor rights, inform decision-making, and reduce conflicts. It applies to all involved individuals and institutions and includes a provision for amendments to ensure relevance over time.
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The Wikimedia Movement relies heavily on volunteers, who contribute their time and efforts to various activities both online and offline. These activities include project editing, administrative tasks, event organization, and more. Volunteers are autonomous individuals empowered to participate based on personal preferences. They are accountable for following Wikimedia and project policies and are responsible for their actions.
Wikimedia communities, comprised mostly of volunteers but also including paid staff and representatives from mission-aligned partners, have editorial control over their projects. They establish their own policies within the framework of global guidelines. Communities are expected to be open about their governance and ensure fairness and equity in participation. They also facilitate an open review process by providing truthful information about their governance.
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The Wikimedia Movement encompasses volunteers, communities, and organizations dedicated to advancing free knowledge. Wikimedia Movement Bodies, such as affiliates and hubs, alongside the Global Council and Wikimedia Foundation, coordinate activities and support communities. These bodies have a Care Responsibility towards the Wikimedia communities they serve.
The Independent Dispute Resolution function or the Wikimedia Foundation resolves conflicts, while Wikimedia Movement Organizations, including chapters, thematic organizations, user groups, and hubs, foster knowledge within specific contexts. They promote sustainability, inclusion, and partnerships, ensuring transparency in their activities.
The Global Council drives strategic planning, administers Movement Organizations, and advances technology. Its Global Council Assembly and Board represent diverse perspectives, ensuring community participation and accountability. Committees and support structures aid in decision-making and operations.
The Wikimedia Foundation, as the steward of Wikimedia platforms, operates projects, supports programmatic activities, and addresses legal obligations while respecting community autonomy. Its governance structure, guided by bylaws and Board resolutions, ensures alignment with the movement's mission and values.
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The Wikimedia Movement Charter is intended to remain in place for an extended period, with amendments reserved for extraordinary circumstances. Minor spelling and grammar corrections, which do not alter the Charter's meaning, are exceptions to this rule.
Amendments fall into several categories:
The Global Council Board can propose Category 1, 2, 3, or 4 amendments.
The Global Council Assembly can propose Category 2, 3, and 4 amendments.
Category 5 amendments are proposed by members of the Wikimedia Movement.
Approval of amendments requires varying levels of support from the Global Council, Global Council Assembly, and the broader Wikimedia Movement community. Community consultation is recommended for certain categories, ensuring transparency and inclusivity in the amendment process.
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The Charter becomes ratified and enforced following a vote with the following outcomes:
A majority (more than 50%) of participating Wikimedia affiliates support the Charter.
A majority (more than 50%) of participating movement-based voters endorse the Charter.
The Wikimedia Foundation Board of Trustees votes in favor of the Charter.
Translations of the Charter may be available in other languages. However, in case of any doubt or conflict between translations and the original English version, the English version prevails.
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The provided definitions offer a comprehensive overview of key aspects within the Wikimedia Movement or a similar organization. They cover support services, care responsibilities towards communities, the concept of content and contributors, and collaboration with external partners. This framework helps in understanding the structure, functions, and relationships within the movement, highlighting its commitment to inclusivity, knowledge sharing, and collaboration with aligned entities.
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Miscellaneous feedback[edit]
The Movement Charter's inclusiveness, transparency, community-driven decision-making, flexibility, and global perspective make it a valuable framework for shaping the future direction of Wikimedia projects.
As a Wikipedia editor and participant in the translation process, I believe that MCDC has the potential to strengthen the Wikimedia community and empower individuals to contribute to the creation and dissemination of free knowledge for years to come.
MCDC plays a crucial role in drafting a Movement Charter that reflects the values, principles, and aspirations of the Wikimedia Movement, while also ensuring that the voices and perspectives of Wikimedia volunteers, including those from the Kannada community, are heard and represented.
The Movement Charter Drafting Committee (MCDC) effectively engages diverse Wikimedia communities, including Kannada, ensuring broad representation and community input. Its transparent and inclusive approach fosters trust and accountability in the drafting process.
The MCDC's inclusive and transparent approach not only empowers Wikimedia communities, including Kannada speakers, but also provides a platform for women contributors to actively participate in shaping the Movement Charter, thereby promoting gender diversity and equity within the Wikimedia ecosystem.