Wikimedia Community User Group Cyprus

Wikimedia Community User Group Cyprus
Wikimedia Community User Group Cyprus
	; Cyprus
Location	Cyprus
Country code	CY
Official language(s)	Greek, Turkish
Other language(s)	English

Wikimedia Community User Group Cyprus is an official group of users of Cypriot Wikimedia projects who are dedicated to improving digital literacy, promoting human rights, and exploring the impact of artificial intelligence. Our mission is to empower individuals through education, increase awareness of human rights, and address the ethical implications of AI. By organizing events, workshops, and collaborations, we strive to build a more informed and equitable society in Cyprus. We are a diverse group of volunteers coming from all communities on the island, and we edit content in our respective official languages.

History

On March 8th, Anna Prodromou actively participated in the #WikiGap initiative, which was organized by the Embassy of Sweden in Nicosia in collaboration with the Mediterranean Institute of Gender Studies (MIGS). The event featured a guest speaker, Marios Magioladitis from the Wikimedia User Group Greece. Anna's involvement in this event sparked a keen interest, leading her to take the initiative, supported by Marios, to establish the Cyprus Wikimedia User Group. The group currently consists of Anna and twelve other members.

Objectives

Enhance Digital Literacy: Improve digital literacy within the community by providing the necessary skills and knowledge for navigating the digital world.
Support Human Rights: Increase awareness and understanding of human rights issues, promoting advocacy and protection of these rights.
Educate on AI Ethics: Foster discussions and awareness on the ethical implications of artificial intelligence, helping to build a more informed and equitable society.
Address the Digital Divide: Tackle the growing digital divide that exacerbates social inequalities.
Confront Human Rights Violations: Actively respond to and challenge ongoing human rights violations.
Respond to AI Ethical Challenges: Address the ethical challenges posed by the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence.

Activities

Annual reports

2024

Plans

Registering as an Official NGO: Prioritize the registration of our group as an official non-governmental organization to formalize our activities and increase our impact.
Host Two Major Events Annually: Plan and execute two significant events each year to broaden our reach, attract attention to our causes, and provide in-depth discussions and networking opportunities.
Conduct Six Workshops Annually: Organize six workshops each year, with a mix of three online and three live sessions, to educate and engage the community on topics related to digital literacy, human rights, and AI ethics.
Collaborate with Educational and Human Rights Organizations: Work closely with educational institutions and human rights organizations to enhance knowledge, increase awareness, and extend our outreach efforts.
Create and Disseminate Educational Content: Develop and distribute educational content that supports our objectives, using various platforms to reach a wider audience.

Contact information

The designated representatives for this User Group are:

Membership

Currently, there is no formalized structure of the group, membership is open to any Wikimedian in good standing who wishes to contribute to this group's goals. Feel free to ask if you have any questions.

Members

To join the group, please add your name and/or nickname to the list.

Supporters

NikosLikomitros, from Greece, intending to help the Cypriot Wikimedians grow.
Ivan Zivkovik, from North Macedonia, with the intention of building a respectable community of Cypriot Wikimedians with diverse activities, annual program and budget.

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