WikiConference Nigeria 2024 the national conference for all Nigerian Wikimedia contributors, for a common platform to learn, collaborate, connect, and share experiences and challenges related to the Wikimedia movement in Nigeria. As a Nigerian Wikimedia I was excited to attend the 2024 maiden edition of the conference held in FCT Abuja, Nigeria on 12-14 September 2024 FCT, Nigeria. The Theme of the Conference was on Empowering Knowledge Equity: Building Strong Nigerian Wikimedia Community. The Theme centered on Diversity, Collaboration, Technology, Language, Engagement & Growth. The Conference brought together Wikimedians from from diverse Language communities and Group, fostering great opportunities to collaborate, Learn , Share and Network.

WikiConference Nigeria 2024
Key Takeaways
I gained exciting learnings. Some of my key takeaways that resonated with me include:
- Sustainability and Growth – There were discussions and working groups that focused on how to ensure Wikimedia Projects in Nigeria remain Sustainable in Long term. Also, insights on how local Government and private institutions could play role in supporting the growth of Wikimedia projects in Nigeria. There were a lot of takeaways from these sessions as these insights are actually what community members can practicalize in our various local group for effective output and sustainability.
- Strategies employ in engaging newbies: This session for me served as an insight and guidelines to Volunteer management and Retention.
- The Importance digital Literacy amongst Women: This session opened up knowledge on Wikimedia being a resourceful tool that equip Women digitally. The session highlighted the importance of digital literacy and strategies that enhance digital literacy amongst Women.
- The power of Collaboration; This is another powerful session that highlighted how partnership, collaboration and team work can foster sustainability and powerful output.
Interesting Moments : I had memorable interactions with WUNG community members from diverse groups and Communities. Few memorable highlights include:
- Meeting fellow wikimedians sharing successes and experience
- The Award/Dinner night fellow wikimedians were recognized for their work.
- Gaining insights from presentations and speakers.
#WikiConference Nigeria 2024 was a memorable conference. Attending this conference added more insight on how I deal on Collaboration, partnership, Community engagement, diversity, and open Knowledge. Also meeting like-minded Wikimedians who shared their experience and Challenges was a huge opportunity to learn new ideas. Many Thanks to the Organizers of this great event for their commitment and Outstanding work. Thank yo for creating a memorable experience.



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