FamilySearch Wiki:Wiki Governance Council

Purpose of the FamilySearch Wiki Governance Council

The Governance Council has oversight for the direction and management of the FamilySearch Wiki. The purpose of the council is to facilitate a valuable and productive experience for all Wiki users.

Responsibilities of the FamilySearch Wiki Governance Council

Responsibilities of the council include:

• Direct and oversee all Wiki policies, processes, programs, and projects
• Coordinate with FamilySearch divisions that utilize the Wiki (Indexing, BYU-Idaho, Historical Records, Office of the Chief Genealogical Officer, etc.)
• Define Community Council role and purpose, and collaborate with the council
• Oversee Wiki content and strategy
• Resolve user problems with the Wiki
• Strive to improve structure, functions, features, and style of the Wiki
• Enhance the training experience for new Wiki contributors
• Clarify Wiki governance issues
• Search for ways in which to increase community support and leadership
• Administer the volunteer experience
• Advocate for the Wiki to FamilySearch and serve as an intermediary between the Wiki community and FamilySearch management

2015 FamilySearch Wiki Council Members

Current FamilySearch Wiki Council members and their roles are as follows:

Danielle Batson – Wiki Content

Giuseppe Martinengo – Wiki support

Caleb Love – Wiki Support

Nathan Murphy – US FHC outreach

Lisa McBride – US FHC outreach

Baerbel Johnson – International FHC outreach

Teri Brown – Community member

Jane Colmenares – Community member