Wikimedia South Sudan AGM 2023

Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan: Annual General Meeting 2023 Recap

Introduction

The Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan convened its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 23rd December. This pivotal gathering saw members congregating to reflect upon the strides made since our inception in 2022 and strategize for the promising year ahead, 2024. The meeting showcased a testament to our commitment to promoting open knowledge, fostering diversity, and ensuring unhindered access to information.

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  Members of the Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan posing for a group photo after the recently concluded Annual General Meeting held in Juba, South Sudan
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  Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan AGM 2023 in Juba, South Sudan
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  Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan AGM 2023 in Juba, South Sudan
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  Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan AGM 2023 in Juba, South Sudan
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  Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan AGM 2023 in Juba, South Sudan
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  Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan AGM 2023 in Juba, South Sudan
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  Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan AGM 2023 in Juba, South Sudan
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  Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan AGM 2023 in Juba, South Sudan

Key Highlights and Discussions

Review of Projects

Since our community's establishment, we have undertaken and successfully executed a plethora of projects. Notable endeavors encompass Wikimania, Wikivibrance, Wikieducation, Wikifor Human Rights, Wikiloves Monuments, among others. Each initiative has significantly bolstered knowledge dissemination and fortification within our community.

Proposed Areas for 2024

Delving into the upcoming year, members deliberated and earmarked pivotal areas of focus for 2024. These encompass:

• Education
• Digital Space & Misinformation
• Peaceful Coexistence
• Economy
• Gender-Based Violence
• Health
• Youth Unemployment
• Environment & E-Waste Management

These domains have been discerned as instrumental pillars underpinning sustainable community development, paving the way for impactful and transformative projects.

Upcoming Trainings in 2024

The year 2024 is poised to witness a plethora of training sessions, tailored to empower our members with invaluable skills. These sessions include:

• Photography and Videography Training by Deneya Denis and Data Betuel
• Eduwiki Project spearheaded by Baraka, Mandenya, Kuma, and Makur
• Emerging Tools Session conducted by Wakanda and Romeo
• Oral History and Projects under Romeo's leadership

Goals for 2024

Stepping into 2024, our community has delineated several aspirational goals:

• increasing grants
• Augmenting girls' participation within the community
• Expanding our membership base
• Organizing exchange visit programs to Uganda

These objectives encapsulate our steadfast commitment to fortifying our community, amplifying project funding avenues, and fostering global collaborations.

Conclusion

The Annual General Meeting 2023 was more than just a gathering; it was a reaffirmation of our collective vision and commitment. As we embark on the journey that is 2024, the Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan remains resolute in its dedication to progress, collaboration, and knowledge dissemination. Together, we envision a prosperous and transformative year ahead, unified in purpose and spirit.