WikiIndaba 2024/Proposal/How to effectively recruit photographer through Wiki Loves Photography campaign: Lessons from Nigeria's Success Story


Indaba 2024 Logo ID : How to effectively recruit photographer through Wiki Loves Photography campaign: Lessons from Nigeria's Success Story
Author(s): Barakat (WUGN), Olaniyan Olushola Username(s): Ayokanmi (WUGN) Session type: lightning talk
Affiliation: Wikimedia Userroup Nigeria Session track(s):
Abstract:

Nigeria has achieved remarkable success in recruiting photographers and expanding Wikimedia Commons' image repository through the Wiki Loves Photography campaign. Our campaign has not only increased visual contributions but also converted many photographers into dedicated Wikimedia contributors. This presentation shares the strategies and best practices that drove our success, using Nigeria as a case study.

Audience :
Mode: Hybrid
Special requirements: GLAM, Heritage, and Culture
How will this session be beneficial for the communities in the region?

Attendees will understandː

  1. How to target outreach and community engagement strategies
  2. Building partnerships with photography clubs, schools, and organizations
  3. Effective use of social media and online platforms for recruitment
  4. Incentivizing participation through contests, recognition, and training
  5. Converting photographers into long-term Wikimedia contributors
Interested participants

(register below and ask your questions now to the session organiser)