WikiIndaba conference 2019/Submissions/Chapter and User Group Management

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Submission no. 010
Title of the submission

Chapter and User Group Management

Type of submission (lecture, panel, tutorial/workshop, roundtable discussion, lightning talk, birds of a feather discussion)

This session should be a roundtable discussion coordinated by a member of the Wikimedia Movememnt and or WikiAfrica and Local local orgainising committee / a member of a well established chapter in Africa

Author of the submission

Aminou Ndala TITA

Language of presentation

English and French

E-mail address

aminou200222001@yahoo.com

Username

AminouT

Country of origin

Cameroon

Affiliation, if any (organisation, company etc.)

Wikimedians of Cameroon User Group

Personal homepage or blog

N/A

Abstract (up to 300 words to describe your proposal)

Unfortunately, relationships between members of Chapters and User Groups aren't always in the best shape. Where the problem starts is likely different for every group.

Individuals, while part of Chapters and User Groups, have many independent functions such as events and programs, which can lead to individual emphasizing their own events and needs over association-wide goals. Those differences in priority can harm relationships between members.

On the other hand, Chapters and User Groups have different expectations in terms of resource use and support, which could rub chapters the wrong way.

Then, finally, there's the issue of inclusion. A poor relationship can begin, or be made worse, if members don't feel heard or included in the Chapters and User Groups. Regardless of how the issue starts, you are tied to your Chapters and User Groups in name and mission, so resolving problems to create a positive, mutually beneficial relationship is essential.

What will attendees take away from this session?

It will guide participants on how they handle problems when they arise and prevent them from diverting from the mission and objective of the local chapters and usergroups

For workshops and discussions, what level is the intended audience?

For all participants

Length of session (if other than 25 minutes, specify how long)
25 minutes
Will you attend WikiIndaba if your submission is not accepted?

Yes if I am sponsored.

Special requests

Should be included in the schedule.

Is this Submission a Draft or Final?

Final

Interested attendees[edit]

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  1. AminouT (talk) 11:56, 10 October 2018 (UTC)[reply]
  2. Mounir Touzri (talk) 14:27, 13 October 2018 (UTC)[reply]

Final decision[edit]