Wiki Club AMU/Events/Core Organising Team Meetup July 2024

The Wiki Club AMU Core Organizing Team Meetup was successfully held, focusing on strategizing and planning upcoming initiatives to promote the free knowledge movement through Wikimedia projects at Aligarh Muslim University. The meetup aimed at enhancing engagement, expanding membership, and planning effective social media strategies. Led by CosmicCodex, the session provided a platform for dynamic discussions and practical planning, setting a solid foundation for the club's future activities and growth.

Meeting Objectives

Establish Clear Goals for Wiki Club AMU

• Promote the free knowledge movement through Wikimedia projects.
• Engage university students in Wikimedia activities and projects.
• Grow the club’s membership and increase active participation.

Upcoming Event Details

• Event Planning: Discuss details including the event date, venue, and agenda.
• Promotion: Plan promotional activities across social media and other platforms.
• Logistics: Identify logistical needs and assign tasks to ensure smooth execution.
• Support: Determine any additional support required from external sources and make necessary arrangements.

Social Media Strategy

• Current Status: Review the club’s current social media presence.
• Goals: Set specific goals for increasing social media engagement and follower growth.
• Content Plan: Develop a content calendar for regular posts, updates, and event promotions.
• Roles: Assign specific social media responsibilities to COT members to ensure consistent activity.

Frequency of COT Meetups

• Decide on the frequency of regular meetups.
• Plan for special meetings before major events to ensure thorough preparation.

Meeting overview

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  Preparing strategy for the upcoming club event
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  Wiki Club AMU COT Meetup planning session

Participants

The participants included:

• CosmicCodex
• Shzshb
• Brainwavewizard
• Khanahmedsam

Learnings and Key Takeaways

Participants at the Core Organizing Team (COT) Meetup engaged in strategic discussions to propel Wiki Club AMU forward. The session focused on establishing clear goals, planning upcoming events, and developing a robust social media strategy. Key takeaways from the meetup include:

Establish Clear Goals for Wiki Club AMU

• Promote the free knowledge movement through Wikimedia projects and align with the vision of the Wikimedia Foundation.
• Engage university students in Wikimedia activities and projects to foster active participation.
• Grow the club’s membership and create a dynamic community within Aligarh Muslim University.

Team Formation for Different Operations

• Graphic Design Team: Hire 2 students for graphic design to enhance visual content.
• Content Writing Team: Recruit 2 students for content writing to ensure quality and informative posts.
• Video Editing Team: Hire 2 students for video editing to create engaging video content.
• Web Development Team: Enlist 2 web developers to maintain and improve the club's online presence.
• Active Participation: Forming specialized teams to increase active participation and create a buzz within the university community.
• Linktree Profile: Create a Linktree profile to consolidate all important links related to Wiki Club AMU, making information easily accessible.

Content Plan for Social Media

• Weekly Content Schedule: Establish a content schedule with 1 reel per week and 1 post featuring news, facts, or other relevant information about Wikimedia.
• Engagement Goals: Set specific goals for increasing social media engagement and follower growth to expand the club’s reach.

Planning for the Upcoming Event

• First Offline Event in August: Host the first offline event in August, coinciding with the start of the new academic session to attract fresh talent.
• Event Overview: The event will include an introduction to Wiki Club AMU, how students can get involved, a speaker talk (online via Google Meet), and a workshop on creating a Wikipedia account and basic page editing.

Frequency of Official COT Meetups

• Monthly Meetups: Hold official offline COT meetups once every month to ensure continuous planning and collaboration.
• Special Meetings: Plan for special meetings before major events to ensure thorough preparation and successful execution.

These insights and strategic plans mark a significant step towards achieving the club's objectives and fostering a vibrant Wikimedia community at Aligarh Muslim University. The interactive nature of the meetup ensured practical engagement, leaving participants motivated to contribute actively to the club's initiatives.