2023:Program/Submissions/Strategic Planning as a usergroup : Foolproofing your relevance? - H7Q9QH
Title: Strategic Planning as a usergroup : Foolproofing your relevance?
Speakers:
Alice Kibombo-Ekanya
She is a librarian and Wikimedian
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Type: Lecture
Track: Governance
Submission state: submitted
Duration: 30 minutes
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Presentation language: en
Abstract & description[edit source]
Abstract[edit source]
The Wikimedia Community User group Uganda undertook a strategic planning process in 2022 in response to the need to formulate a 5-year strategic plan to guide our actions and progress in the future. In a process that involved extensive consultation with volunteers and local partners, the user group had the opportunity to apply a sequence of questions that questioned our very structure , examined our experiences, tested assumptions and therefore determined a course of action that would determine our relevance to the community we serve.
Description[edit source]
Being semi-autonomous, the Wikimedia Community User Group Uganda is not does not only adhere to the Movement Strategy 2030 but is also mindful of local obligations relating to governance in addition to incorporating community voices.. However, this cannot be done by a small group of people and without careful thought therefore it is a matter of careful planning and flexibility at both community and governance levels.
In a process that involved extensive consultation with volunteers and local partners, the user group had the opportunity to apply a sequence of questions that questioned our very structure , examined our experiences, tested assumptions and therefore determined a course of action that would determine our relevance to the community we serve.
The aim of this session therefore is : To share with the wider community the need for a strategic process/plan in order to determine your relevance as a community and respond to a number of changes How we went about the strategic process in our specific setting and the eventual outcome To share the challenges faced, lessons learned and best practices To inspire other communities who may be considering this kind of process in the future
Link here : https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Community_User_Group_Uganda/WMUGU_Strategic_Planning_Process_2022
Further details[edit source]
Qn. How does your session relate to the event themes: Diversity, Collaboration Future?
Strategic planning/direction for any community is important as it determines structures that ensure continuity for the future. As a process, it involves extensive consultation with individuals (volunteers, stakeholders and even expert consultants) in and out of your community hence incorporating a diversity of knowledge and experiences .It is also an opportunity to seek collaborations as your respond to changes withing your environment and both your internal and external focus changes.
Qn. What is the experience level needed for the audience for your session?
Everyone can participate in this session
Qn. What is the most appropriate format for this session?
Onsite in Singapore- Remote online participation, livestreamed
- Remote from a satellite event
- Hybrid with some participants in Singapore and others dialing in remotely
Pre-recorded and available on demand
