Feedback and progress on contacts for Open Access Week - October 24 - 30, 2011
Begin initial discussion around 'theme' or focus of presentations/ discussion during Open Access Week
In conjunction with the above, consider how to include Asaf's plans for Google project
Discuss any costs associated with travel for the volunteers and possible small grant proposal
Also possibly related to above, discuss shwag that we can get from Foundation or anything else we might need to create on our side - this is important because it adds interest and people generally *heart* freebies so gets them interested
Update on Wikimedia ZA incorporation process, including WMF Chapters agreement
Kerryn has made contact with Tshwane University of Technology. They are doing something for OAW and are keen to involve us, but want to know what we are planning - Kerryn to keep contact and follow up.
Kerryn initiated contact with UNISA library services - no reply as yet, will follow up.
Kerryn offered to consult with Ian and then contact UCT. If he's not available to do a talk, maybe get funding for one of us to fly down to CT.
DR: No progress as yet, will follow up with Nhlanhla to plan for cooperation with Wits, including making contact with Library Services. Kerryn will also mail a contact of hers at Wits.
Charlene has contacted Isla, waiting for response.
Initial discussion around 'theme' or focus of presentations/ discussion during Open Access Week
Some suggestions raised, such as Wikimedia and Academia justifying it as a reasonable first step in finding resources, You know what Wikipedia can do for you, but what can you do for Wikipedia?, or just basics of Wikipedia
More input needed.
Continue investigation of possible Google project:
There has been lots of discussion on email; this was partially recapped in the meeting, including issues around critical mass of the project where it is to happen, good training and supervision, etc.
Review and start planning. Report back next meeting.
Schwag:
We will be able to get this where we have definite proposals for talks etc. where there will be good promotional opportunities.
Chapter incorporation and agreement:
David to make contact with Mohau, then get papers to Kerryn.
Kerryn will talk to Tobias about the agreement, with specific reference to the jurisdiction clause.
