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Feminism and Folklore 2024 Advocacy Workshop

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The Feminism & Folklore Campaign, under the Wiki Loves Folklore umbrella, invites you to its first sensitization workshop on the topic:'Through the Lens of Global Heritage and Culture; Understanding What Folklore Depicts.'

This workshop is an opportunity to strengthen the bonds among folk lovers like you, who are passionate about enhancing the glory and richness of our campaign. It will be a collective discussion and learning experience focused on making a greater impact in our communities.

Objectives

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  • Introduction and explanation on folklore-related matters
  • Bridging the gap between Feminism and Folklore
  • Importance of Heritage & Culture
  • 101 Tips for Newbies, Partners & Organisers

We encourage participants to bring their ideas, experiences, and enthusiasm as we work together to understand and celebrate the cultural significance of folklore through the lens of feminism.

Join us in this exciting opportunity to learn, share, and contribute to the global conversation on feminism and folklore!

Venue

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Zoom Meeting link - Zoom Link

Zoom meeting Details

  • Meeting ID: 834 7257 1916
  • Passcode: 719790

Date

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29/08/2024 at 15:30 (3:30 pm) UTC (Check in your time zone)

Participants

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Participants to sign up using four tides (#~~~~)

  1. Alhassan Mohammed Awal (talk) 05:28, 27 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
  2. Cdilalo47 (talk) 06:31, 27 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
  3. Macholi (talk) 08:55, 27 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
  4. Deborahjay (talk) 07:35, 27 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
  5. FomyCyny (talk) 07:50, 27 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
  6. B722N (talk) 09:14, 27 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
  7. AgnesAbah (talk) 09:14, 27 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
  8. Nwonwu Uchechukwu P (talk) 13:23, 27 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
  9. Anitah Nantumbwe (Talk) 11:20, 28 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
  10. Ritu Jangid (Talk) 14:04, 29 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
  11. --Santhosh Notagar99 (talk) 10:22, 29 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
  12. Nanono User:Rebeccananonof

Report Summary

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The first workshop saw people from across the world both new and existing Wikim(p)edians who shared meaning to what "Folklore and feminism" meant in their country or communities. The maiden workshop provided a collaborative platform for participants to explore the intersection of Folklore and Feminism which focuses on Women's role in folk activities. It also emphasized on the importance of preserving and documenting folklore traditions while curating content on Wikipedia. Participants also engaged in interactive exercises and discussions aimed at encouraging local community involvement and contributions to a global video project on folklore.

Workshop Outcome

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  • Increased awareness of the connection between folklore and feminism
  • Emphasized the importance of authentic documentation of folk traditions, particularly those involving women
  • Engaged participants in sharing insights via a Jamboard exercise showed how 70% have participated in folklore on editing and media events whereas 50% were entirely new to the campaign
  • Provided guidelines for capturing authentic photographs of folk items and their originators.
  • Encouraged community engagement and local campaigns to preserve folklore.
  • Invited participants to contribute to a video project showcasing global folklore.

Benefits and Impact to Participants

  • A learning grounds to connect the dots on what folklore depicts in one's community and an opportunity bridge the gap via the writing contest.
  • Lessons oh how culture and heritage matters for the Wikimedia ecosystem.
  • Empowered participants to recognize and value the role of women in folklore.
  • Fostered a sense of community and collaboration among attendees.
  • Initiated a momentum for local campaigns aimed at documenting and preserving folklore.
  • Increased potential for future contributions to global knowledge on folklore through collaborative projects.

Projects Do's & Dont's

Participants were encouraged to note the following to help them ensue a successful campaign:

DO's

- Engage with local communities to capture and document folklore.

- Make use of authentic photography to represent folk items and their creators.

- Reach out to the project support team for involvement in the video project.

- Share accurate information about heritage and culture.

- Participate actively in discussions and exercises.

Dont's

- Don't rely on staged or studio photographs; focus on authenticity.

- Don't overlook the importance of primary sources in documenting traditions.

- Don't hesitate to ask questions or seek clarification on folklore-related topics.

- Don't underestimate the impact of individual contributions to collective knowledge.

Lessons Learned

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- The significance of women's contributions to folklore is often underrepresented and needs to be highlighted.

- Primary sources are crucial for the authentic documentation of traditions.

- Open platforms like Wikipedia can serve as valuable resources for sharing folklore and cultural heritage.

- Engaging the community fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of local traditions.

- Collaboration and sharing of knowledge across cultures can enhance the preservation of global folklore.


Next Steps

  • Start local campaigns to document and preserve folklore within your communities.
  • Capture and share authentic folklore activities and artifacts.
  • Collaborate with others to enhance the representation of women in folklore on open platforms.

Facilitators

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