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Wiki Loves Folklore 2024 at Wikimania Poland

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Wiki Loves Folklore (WLF) participated actively at Wikimania Poland 2024, contributing to the global conversation on preserving cultural heritage and traditions through community-driven initiatives. Below is a summary of the events and achievements of Wiki Loves Folklore during the conference.

Programme Details

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Preserving Stories, Preserving Identity: Wiki Loves Folklore Unveiled

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  • Date & Time: 7 August, 10:00–10:25 (Poland)
  • Location: Room - Tbilisi (streaming)
  • Description: This session highlighted the mission of Wiki Loves Folklore to document and preserve cultural heritage globally. It showcased success stories from past campaigns, emphasizing the role of folklore in maintaining cultural identity and how the initiative leverages Wikimedia projects to amplify these efforts.

Unveiling the Stories: Preserving Traditions through Wiki Loves Folklore Photography Contest (Poster Session)

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  • Date & Time: 9 August, 17:45–19:00 (Poland)
  • Location: Poster Area
  • Description: This interactive poster session spotlighted the photography contest, demonstrating how visual storytelling can effectively capture and celebrate the world’s rich cultural diversity. Attendees had the opportunity to view impactful photographs and discuss strategies for future campaigns.

Community and Organisers Meet-Up of Wiki Loves Folklore and Feminism and Folklore Initiatives

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  • Date & Time: 9 August, 17:00–18:00 (Poland)
  • Location: Room - Dilijan
  • Description: A meet-up for organizers and community members to discuss ongoing efforts and future collaborations for both Wiki Loves Folklore and Feminism and Folklore initiatives. The session served as a networking platform, fostering knowledge exchange and strategic planning.

Achievement: Coolest Tool Award

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The CampWiz Tool, developed by the Wiki Loves Folklore team for the Feminism and Folklore Writing Competition, was honored with the Coolest Tool Award at Wikimania Poland 2024. CampWiz is an innovative article judging tool that streamlines the evaluation process, ensuring efficiency and fairness. This recognition underscores the team's commitment to advancing technical solutions for community-led projects.

Conclusion

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Wiki Loves Folklore’s participation at Wikimania Poland 2024 reinforced its dedication to preserving cultural heritage and fostering global collaboration. Through engaging sessions, an interactive poster display, and a vibrant community meet-up, the initiative showcased its impact and inspired participants to join the movement. Winning the Coolest Tool Award for the CampWiz tool further highlighted the team’s innovative approach to empowering community-driven projects. These achievements mark another milestone in Wiki Loves Folklore's journey to celebrate and safeguard traditions worldwide.

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