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2023. augusztus 16–19., Szingapúrban és online
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Wikimedia Projects Basic Workshops
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Side Events
A self-populated list of side events or Wikimania-related events being organized by Wikimania COT, Community Members, WMF staff, or other related stakeholders.
| Date | Name/Link | Leírás | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15th August 2023, Tuesday(06:00-0900SGT) | Commons User Group Photowalk | Photowalk around the hotel area early in the morning | Depart from the hotel Park Royal on Beach Road ending at Suntec | Meet in the foyer of Park Royal |
| 15th August 2023, Tuesday (0900-1500 SGT) | Mind The Gap Note: Registration closed, please wait for our email confirmation |
Sharing session that focuses on the introduction of less visible Wikimedia projects, language & translation, the gender gap in Wikimedia, and art & culture | Google Asia Pacific Office. Bus will be ready to pick you up at Suntec Convention Center and will leave at 08.15 AM Singapore time - Don't miss it! More information is available in confirmation email |
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| 15 August 2023, Tuesday (1645-1900 SGT) | WikiKata Bulan Bahasa | The event is in conjunction with Singapore’s Malay Language Month in August and in collaboration with the Malay Language Council. Local Singaporeans will participate on the event to add Malay usage examples in English Wiktionary. The event will be simultaneously held as Wiktionary Basics Workshop for Wikimania participants. | Room 311, Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre | Wikimania participants may register in the Google Form for the event to receive e-certificates from the organiser. |
| 16 August 2023, Wednesday (1000-1630) | Let's Connect/Leadership Development Working Group x Wikimania 2023 | Let's Connect and the Leadership Development Working Group are bringing 3 fun and interactive peer learning Learning Clinics for Wikimania 2023. Please note that this series will be more useful for Wikimedians engaging in "organised work". That is, for Wikimedians that are part of a group or affiliate (either as volunteers or staff) that play the role of organising Movement activities (such as training, implementing education, or glam programs, partnerships, campaigns, etc). Learning Clinic 1: Networking for introverts - how to make the most of this conference. Facilitators: Nitesh Gill and Chinmayee Mishra Support: Beverly Jiang Learning Clinic 2: Communication skills for collaborative leadership Main facilitator: Jan-Bart de Vreede, Chair, Wikimedia Nederland Co-facilitator: Nada Alfarra (Nada kareem22), Chinmayee Mishra Beverly Jiang Learning Clinic 3: How not to lose a volunteer after the first edit: volunteer retention strategies Main facilitator: Asaf Bartov Support: Anthony Diaz and Beverly Jiang |
Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre | You can register for any and all of these Clinics here on Eventbrite! |
| 18th August 2023, Friday (18:00 - 21:00SGT) | Commons User Group Photowalk | evening - night time walk of Singapore | Meet at Wiki Loves Living Heritage display Suntec Concourse level | |
| 2023. augusztus 20., vasárnap | City tour of Johor Bahru, Malaysia | Johor Bahru City Square shopping mall | ||
| 20th August, 2023 (0930-1630 SGT) | Knowledge Beyond Boundaries: Strengthening Wikimedia and Libraries Note: Registrations closed, please wait for the confirmation email | Wikimania 2023 in collaboration with the National Library Board, Singapore is hosting a side event where different Wikimedia projects and Libraries will converge to discuss advances made in knowledge sharing and accessibility. | Level 5, The Imagination Room, The National Library of Singapore, Lee Kong Chian Reference Library | This special gathering provides us with an opportunity to learn and hear about the innovative projects, partnerships, and initiatives that highlight the effective leveraging of Wikimedia and Libraries: whether using state-of-the-art OCR for free with WikiSource, connecting our collections with the largest Linked Open Data database (Wikidata) or enriching the biggest online Encyclopedia (Wikipedia). |
Singapore Tours
Wikimania 2023 is being hosted in Singapore, a country full of rich diversity, culture, and traditions. The Wikimania COT has been working with multiple local partners to enrich the experience of the Wikimedians traveling for Wikimania to Singapore and has curated the following tours/experiences for you all.
Important Note:
- Some tours are limited and subject to availability.
- While most of the tours are free, some of them are subject to payment to the organizer
- Please read the details carefully and registration is available on a first come first serve basis.
Tours by The National Library of Singapore: Registration Mandatory
| Guided Tour | Dates/Time | Max Number of Pax |
|---|---|---|
| Guided Library Tour to Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, National Library | 16 Aug 2023 (Wed), 3-4 pm | 20 (sold out) |
| Guided Tour to The News Gallery, National Library | 16 Aug 2023 (Wed), 4-4.30 pm | 25 (sold out) |
| Guided Tour to the National Archives of Singapore | 16 Aug 2023 (Wed), 11 – 12 pm | 15 (sold out) |
| Guided Tour to Punggol Regional Library | 17 Aug (Thu), 4-5.30 pm | 15 (sold out) |
Tours by MyCommunity
In partnership with MyCommunity a non-profit organization that works to capture and preserve community stories, reconnect people to places and social networks, and deepen heritage appreciation and expression across the country and advocates for greater community involvement in cultural management and urban governance processes.
We have curated a list of three tours that have been customized to a 90-minute duration in locations that are in close proximity to the attendee hotels and Suntec. (Please note: The tour stops/flow will be different from the one listed on MyCommunity's website as we have reduced the duration to accommodate for our attendees).
Bookings are on a First-Come-First-Serve basis
| Name of Tour | Date and timings | Max number of Pax |
|---|---|---|
| My Tanjong Pagar Tour | Tuesday, August 15 · 1700-1830 SGT | 20 (sold out) |
| My River Valley Tour | Wednesday, August 16 · 0830-1000 SGT | 20 (sold out) |
| My Tiong Bahru Tour | Friday, August 18 · 1700-1830 SGT | 20 (sold out) |
Tours by The National Heritage Board
- Discounted Tour of the National Museum
Through our partnership with the National Heritage Board, we have secured a 20% discount for all attendees of Wikimania 2023.
The National Museum of Singapore is the nation's oldest museum that seeks to inspire with stories of Singapore and the world. Its history dates back to 1849.
Known then as the Raffles Library and Museum, the museum moved to its current premises on Stamford Road in 1887.
Discount Terms
The discount applies to the Permanent galleries or Special Exhibitions Adult tickets. And is open to any walk-ins who are carrying their Wikimania 2023 ID cards along with the lanyard.
Important Note: The discount is not applicable for combined tickets of Permanent galleries & Special Exhibitions or all-access tickets, as they are already discounted.
Dates: Any Wikimania 2023 Day (15th - 20th August 2023)
Visit to Singapore Botanic Gardens
Paid Guided Tours: Registration Mandatory
We crafted a collaboration with World Express Pte. Ltd., a renowned Destination Management Company in Singapore. Embark on fascinating journeys filled with rich storytelling and discover the hidden gems that make Singapore truly unique. Please kindly register now to secure your spot. All tour's pick up point is at Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Note: These Tours have been canceled as we didn't meet the minimum required registrations.
| Tour Name | Dates/Time | Max Number of Pax | Cost | Notes |
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| [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/green-singapore-tickets-692355753697?aff=ebdsoporgprofile Guided Green Singapore Tour to NEWater Plant & Nature’s International Commodity Farm The trip will bring you to one of the sustainable farming areas in Tampines New Town, where vegetables and fruits are 100% free from harmful chemicals and are grown at least 30% more efficiently. Note: This Tour has been canceled as we didn't meet the minimum required registrations | ||||
| Guided Garden City Tour to Singapore Botanical Gardens | Tour date:20 Aug 2023 (Sunday), 2.30pm-5.30 pm Deadline to register: 16 August 2023 (Thursday) | 120 | S$90.00+ (S$97.20 nett) per person | Join us in exploring Singapore's first UNESCO site, the lush Singapore Botanic Gardens, featuring a tropical rainforest and the Evolution Garden. Discover the beauty of the newly revamped Tanglin Gate, welcoming all visitors. Don't miss the National Orchid Garden, showcasing stunning orchids from the Gardens' breeding program since 1928. Note: This Tour has been canceled as we didn't meet the minimum required registrations |
| Guided Myths & Folklore Tour to Shuang Lin Temple, Suntec City, Marina Bay Sands | Tour date:20 Aug 2023 (Sunday), 2.30pm-5.30 pm Deadline to register: 16 August 2023 (Thursday) | 40 | S$98.00+ (S$105.84nett) per person | Experience the harmonious blend of Yin-Yang principles and the five elements - wood, fire, earth, metal, and water - in Singapore's prominent buildings, promoting harmony, balance, and prosperity for individuals and businesses. Note: This Tour has been canceled as we didn't meet the minimum required registrations |
