Healthy and Sustainable Wikimedia Affiliates

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Healthy and Sustainable Wikimedia Affiliates
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30th DCW Conversation Hour
This Conversation Hour features Suyash Dwivedi, a long-time Wikimedian who has been contributing to the Hindi Wikipedia and other Wikimedia projects since 2010. A dedicated editor and community builder, Suyash is also the Vice Chair of the Affiliations Committee (AffCom) and actively associated with the Commons Wikimedia User Group and Hindi Wikimedians User Group. He is known not only for his editorial work but also for his significant role in organizing outreach initiatives, capacity-building workshops, and collaborations across the Indian Wikimedia landscape.

He has been deeply involved in conversations and initiatives around Affiliate Health, contributing to the strategic development of healthier and more sustainable Wikimedia affiliates. His dual experience as an editor and community leader brings a valuable perspective to ongoing efforts around strengthening the Wikimedia movement in India.


In this session, Suyash Dwivedi will reflect on the concept of Affiliate Health. The discussion will explore what makes Wikimedia affiliates healthy and sustainable, encompassing governance, inclusivity, programmatic impact, and community engagement. Drawing from his extensive experience, Suyash will also highlight the unique challenges emerging communities face and share ideas for building stronger, more resilient Wikimedia affiliates.

Join us for an insightful session that delves into the process of mainitaining Affiliate Health, the criteria for its sustainability, and the challenges faced by affiliates.

Note: Registration is mandatory. Visit this page to register.

Mode: Online Mode
Location: Zoom

Link (if applicable): – or download calendar item (.ics)

Keywords: DCW Conversation Hour