Welcome to the gateway of cultural celebration! The Wiki Loves Folklore International photographic contest awaits the creative lenses of organizers, organizations, and Wikimedia chapters eager to showcase the rich tapestry of global folklore. Embracing the diversity of traditional culture, stories, rituals, and customs, this contest invites you to capture the essence of folklore through the lens of your camera. Whether you're a seasoned event organizer or a passionate Wikimedia advocate, this is your chance to contribute to a vibrant repository of cultural heritage. To embark on this exciting journey, sign up on this page and join hands with like-minded enthusiasts to weave a visual tapestry that transcends borders.
Don't see your country listed among the organizers? Don't Worry! The Wiki Loves Folklore contest is open to all users, regardless of whether their country is formally involved in the event. Your unique perspectives and cultural insights are valuable contributions to this global celebration of folklore. Every photograph you submit adds to the collective narrative, making this contest a truly inclusive and collaborative effort. So, grab your camera, explore the folklore around you, and become a part of this worldwide cultural exchange. A participant can win both international and local prize.
For those passionate about language and cross-cultural communication, volunteers play a crucial role in ensuring the contest's accessibility. If you have a flair for languages and a desire to facilitate broader participation, consider contributing to the translation of templates and project pages. Your efforts will enhance the reach of the Wiki Loves Folklore contest, making it accessible to a wider audience and fostering a greater appreciation for the rich tapestry of global folklore. Translate using the translation page and be a catalyst for cultural exchange in this captivating photographic journey.
To organize Wiki Loves Folklore in your country or a more localized setting, adhere to the following procedural guidelines:
Define Photo Recommendations: Craft or refine explicit guidelines for photographers on your project page. Clearly outline the aspects they should emphasize in their submissions, shaping a cohesive narrative of folklore through visual storytelling.
Build a Robust Organization Team: Assemble a competent organization team and designate a primary contact person, identifying them on a list of assisting users. This ensures effective communication and coordination throughout the planning and execution phases.
Establish a Local Landing Page: Create a dedicated landing page on Commons for your specific event (Commons:Wiki Loves Folklore 2024/..). (example of local page) Translate essential templates and pages using the guidelines provided at Commons:Wiki Loves Folklore 2024/Translations. The international team will generate a category for your country, streamlining the organization process.
Prepare for Onsite Events: For events conducted onsite, set up a dashboard in advance to streamline the management of activities during the event, facilitating smooth execution and data collection.
Customize Upload Wizard for Geographic Specifics: Within the upload wizard, prompt participants to specify the country where the photo was taken. If needed, the international team can furnish a specialized upload link for your country, complete with default selections aligned with your geographic location. This ensures participants don't have to manually adjust settings, simplifying the submission process.
