WikiIndaba 2023/Submissions/Public Domain Documentation Project

ID :	Public Domain Documentation Project
Author(s): Olubusola Afolabi, Alaafiabami Oladipupo, Isaac Oloruntimilehin, Tesleemah Taye Abdulkareem		Username(s): Ifedohlapo, Haylad, Timmylegend, Tesleemah	Type of submission: Workshop
		Affiliation: Free Knowledge Africa	Theme(s): Diversity, Community Engagement, Strategy
Abstract: Public Domain contains works that are no longer protected by copyright law. many of these works are not readily accessible to the public, and their cultural significance is at risk of being lost forever. That’s why we need a public domain documentation project. Documenting public domain works brings several benefits that contribute to the preservation, accessibility, and enrichment of our cultural heritage. The first of its numerous benefits is that it ensures that valuable cultural artifacts, literature, art, and historical records are safeguarded for future generations and are made accessible to a wider audience. This would allow researchers, students, and enthusiasts to study, analyze, and learn from these works.			Level of advancement: Medium
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How will this session be beneficial for the communities in the region? Some of the outcomes include: 1. Documenting cultural exchange: It allows individuals from diverse backgrounds to explore and gain insights from different artistic, literary, and historical traditions. This can inspire creativity, innovation, and new interpretations. 2. Knowledge Sharing and Community Engagement: documenting these works could also foster knowledge-sharing, community engagement, and the development of open cultural projects that benefit society at large. This is because it often involves collaborative efforts, encouraging libraries, museums, and cultural institutions to work together.

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