2024:Program/Unveiling the Stories: Preserving Traditions through Wiki Loves Folklore Photography Contest
Session title: Unveiling the Stories: Preserving Traditions through Wiki Loves Folklore Photography Contest
- Session type: Poster
- Track: Contributor/Community Engagement
- Language: en
Wiki Loves Folklore, an international photography contest that celebrates the rich tapestry of global folk traditions and living heritage. Through the lens of photography, participants are invited to document the diverse customs, rituals, stories that define cultures around the world. This abstract explores the essence of WLF and its significance in preserving and promoting intangible cultural heritage. It highlights the collaborative spirit of the initiative, emphasizing the power of crowdsourcing to create a comprehensive archive of folklore imagery. Join us as we delve into the cultural narratives captured through WLF, illustrating the beauty and importance of our shared human heritage.
Description
[edit | edit source]Our poster session, "Unveiling the Stories: Preserving Traditions through Wiki Loves Folklore Photography Contest" invites attendees to immerse themselves in the vibrant world of folk traditions and living heritage. Through a visually engaging display, we showcase a selection of captivating photographs submitted to the Wiki Loves Folklore contest from various corners of the globe. Each image serves as a window into the unique customs, beliefs, rituals, and folklore of different cultures, fostering cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.
The poster session not only celebrates the beauty and diversity of folklore but also highlights the collaborative nature of the initiative. Attendees will learn about the process of crowdsourcing images, the role of Wikimedia projects in curating cultural content, and the impact of Wiki Loves Folklore in preserving intangible heritage for future generations.
Moreover, the session provides an opportunity for dialogue and exchange as attendees share their own experiences and insights into folklore preservation and documentation. Whether you're a photographer, a cultural enthusiast, or simply curious about the world's rich tapestry of traditions, this poster session offers a visual journey that celebrates the interconnectedness of humanity through the lens of folklore photography.
- How does your session relate to the event theme, Collaboration of the Open?
The activity of the Wiki Loves Folklore online photography contest epitomizes the theme of Collaboration of the Open through various facets. It fosters open collaboration by inviting a diverse range of participants to contribute their folklore-related photographs to Wikimedia Commons, thus enriching the open-access repository of knowledge. By crowdsourcing images related to folklore, it harnesses the collective knowledge of participants to document and preserve diverse cultural traditions worldwide. Furthermore, the contest promotes community engagement by involving individuals passionate about folklore, fostering a sense of community around the preservation of cultural heritage. Through the open-access nature of Wikimedia Commons, the photographs submitted become readily available for anyone to view, use, and share, aligning with the theme of Collaboration of the Open by promoting the sharing of cultural heritage materials in an accessible and inclusive manner. Moreover, the cross-cultural exchange facilitated by participants from various backgrounds contributes to collaboration and understanding among different regions and communities, thus exemplifying the collaborative spirit of the open movement.
- What is the experience level needed for the audience for your session?
Everyone can participate in this session
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[edit | edit source]Speakers
[edit | edit source]- Tiven2240
- Tiven2240 is a dedicated advocate of the Open Movement, volunteering since 2016. They were drawn to the movement through Wikipedia, where they began their journey of contributing to freely accessible information. As the chief coordinator for Wiki Loves Folklore and Feminism and Folklore, they work internationally to document and preserve cultural heritage.