| Summary
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- Languages: English, Igbo
- Region: Sub-Saharan Africa
- Active wikis: Wikipedia, MetaWiki, Wikimedia Commons, Wikivoyage, Wikidata, Wiktionary, Wikiquote
- Wikimedian since: 2022
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| Tell us who you are, why you are applying, and your relevant experience.
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I am Lucy Iwuala, a dedicated Wikimedian with a strong passion for community growth, content creation, and equitable knowledge access. I am applying to contribute my skills in fostering safe, inclusive, and collaborative spaces in line with Wikimedia’s mission.
Why I’m Applying
I believe in the power of respectful collaboration and the need for clear guidelines to ensure Wikimedia remains a welcoming space for all. My experience in leadership, conflict resolution, and community engagement aligns well with the values of the Universal Code of Conduct.
Relevant Experience
Key Roles in the Wikimedia Community
- Regional Grant Committee Reviewer (Sub-Saharan Africa): Evaluating projects for impact and alignment with movement goals.
- Core Team Member, Afrika Baraza: Facilitating cross-community discussions among African Wikimedians and community leads.
- Social Media Manager, Wiki Loves Monuments and Wiki Loves Ramadan International Teams: Amplifying global campaigns.
- Movement Charter Ambassador: Engaging communities in governance discussions.
- Grant Reviewer (Wikimedia User Group Nigeria): Supporting local project funding.
Ongoing & Completed Projects
- Build Your Own Road Map for Igbo Language Digital Activism (2025): Empowering language activists.
- She Said 2024 Nigeria Co-Campaign Coordinator: Bridging gender content gaps.
- Wiki Loves Monuments 2023 (Igbo Community Lead): Documenting cultural heritage.
- Movement Charter Conversations in Nigeria & Ghana (Team Lead): Gathering community input on governance.
Contributions & Recognition
- Movement Charter Ambassador Barnstar: Recognized for community consultations.
Conclusion
My diverse roles - from grassroots organizing to global grant review - have equipped me to support Wikimedia’s mission with fairness, cultural awareness, and a commitment to collaboration. I look forward to contributing further to a respectful and thriving Wikimedia community.
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| Please describe what do you hope to do if elected.
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If elected, I hope to:
- Strengthen community trust by ensuring fair, transparent, and consistent enforcement of the Universal Code of Conduct (UCoC).
- Bridge communication gaps between global policy and local communities, especially underrepresented groups like African and Indigenous Wikimedians.
- Promote conflict resolution by advocating for mediation before sanctions, where possible, to preserve contributor relationships.
- Support newcomers by simplifying UCoC guidance and mentorship programs to prevent unintentional breaches.
- Amplify marginalized voices, particularly women and gender minorities, ensuring policies address harassment and exclusion they face.
Why This Matters to Me
As an Igbo Wikimedian and organizer, I’ve seen how knowledge imbalances and lack of awareness can discourage participation. My work - from leading Movement Charter conversations to coordinating campaigns - has taught me that respect isn’t just a rule; it’s the foundation of sustainable collaboration. I’ll bring this perspective to ensure the UCoC isn’t just a document but a living practice that protects and uplifts all Wikimedians.
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