DCW Board Elections/2025/Ikhlas

Ikhlas

Summary	Personal: name: Ikhlas location: Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir languages: Kashmiri, English, Urdu Editorial: Wikimedian since: 13 May 2022 UG degree: Bachelor's in Zoology
Mandatory questions
Why are you running for the DCW Board? What unique contributions do you bring to the role? What areas would you like to learn more about?	{{{Why}}}
Please describe your Wikimedia experience (such as contributions to the Wikimedia projects, activities as a Wikimedia movement organizer, or other relevant participation).	I have contributed in both content and leadership related areas. Content Contributions: I have actively contributed to Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons, and other Wikimedia projects, focusing on topics related to Kashmiri heritage, Islamic scholarship, and underrepresented knowledge areas. Organizing Photo Walks & Workshops: I have led initiatives to document local heritage by supporting individuals in capturing and uploading media files to Wikimedia Commons. These activities involve conducting training sessions and ensuring that participants understand licensing, categorization, and metadata best practices.
From your perspective, what should the Deoband Community Wikimedia prioritize over the next 3 to 6 years? Why do you consider these priorities to be the most important?	In my understanding, the following are some potential priorities that the DCW could focus on in the next 3-6 years. Expanding Digital Documentation of Global Muslim Academia and Scholarship: There is still a significant gap in structured and well-sourced documentation of scholarly and cultural contributions in this field. Strengthening efforts to create and curate high-quality content on Wikipedia, Wikisource, and Wikimedia Commons is essential. Community Growth & Capacity Building: Encouraging new contributors, particularly from regions historically underrepresented in Wikimedia, will ensure the sustainability of DCW's work. Organizing training workshops, edit-a-thons, and mentorship programs will empower more individuals to contribute effectively. Strategic Partnerships & Outreach: Collaboration with academic institutions, libraries, and cultural organizations can amplify DCW's impact. Partnering with scholars and experts will also help improve content accuracy and reliability.
Optional questions - Professional Experience and Education
Describe your educational background, including degrees, certificates, and courses of study finished, and their relevance to board work.
Describe your experience in making impactful decisions.
Outline your career experience and key roles you have held.
Provide two examples where you successfully addressed or advised on complex organizational challenges. How did you collaborate with others to resolve these issues?
Add any relevant links describing your professional background, experience, profile (such as LinkedIn, etc.).
Optional questions - Leadership and Strategic Thinking
How have you been able to empower people to make their voices heard?
In professional settings, personality conflicts can arise. How do you stay productive and maintain effectiveness in such situations?
Describe ways in which you have helped to form a bridge between multiple communities.
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