Wiki Conference Kerala

Wikimedians of Kerala User Group

WikiConference Kerala is a significant initiative aimed at bolstering the Wikimedia ecosystem in the state of Kerala, India, particularly focusing on the Malayalam language. The conference is strategically timed to coincide with the birthday of the Malayalam Wikipedia, celebrated in December. The conference not only celebrates the achievements of Malayalam Wikipedia but also aims to inspire more individuals to contribute to Wikimedia projects, thereby enriching the digital landscape in regional languages in Kerala. WikiConference Kerala represents a vital effort to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among Wikimedia enthusiasts in Kerala.

Objectives and Activities

The primary goal of WikiConference Kerala is to support and promote the Wikimedia projects within the region, enhancing the availability and quality of content in Malayalam Wikimedia projects. The conference serves as a platform for:

Networking: Bringing together individuals and organizations that share a common interest in Wikimedia projects and open knowledge.
Workshops: Conducting hands-on sessions focused on various aspects of Wikimedia, including editing Wikipedia, using Wikidata, and understanding structured open data.
Community Building: Strengthening ties among local Wikimedians and related communities, such as OpenStreetMap Kerala and OpenData Kerala.

Editions

WikiConference Kerala 2024 on 28 Dec 2024 (Kerala Agricultural University) is in the Planning Stage.
WikiConference Kerala 2023 on 23 Dec 2023 at St. Thomas College (Autonomous), Thrissur.

Policy

Friendly Space Policy

Supported by

Sahya Digital Conservation Foundation

Wikimedians of Kerala User Group