Deo Bernedy Putra
Deo Bernedy is a dedicated Wikimedia volunteer and community organizer, actively contributing to the Wikimedia movement through language preservation, open knowledge, and community engagement. He is the co-founder and community coordinator of Komunitas Wikimedia Bandar Lampung, where he organizes Wikipedia training sessions (WikiLatih), language documentation projects (WikiTutur), and community meetups.
His contributions span multiple Wikimedia platforms, including Wikipedia, Wiktionary, and Commons, with a particular focus on documenting regional languages such as Lampung Pesisir and Malay dialects. Deo has also collaborated with Wikimedia Indonesia on initiatives promoting inclusivity and access to knowledge.
Beyond Wikimedia, he has experience in public speaking, leadership training, and cultural diplomacy, advocating for digital literacy and sustainable knowledge-sharing practices. His work aligns with Wikimedia’s mission to make knowledge freely accessible while fostering community-driven collaboration.
Session
The Lampung language and culture remain underrepresented, even within Indonesia. While languages like Javanese, Sundanese, and Minangkabau have strong digital footprints, Lampung remains largely invisible in global knowledge repositories. This session will highlight ongoing efforts to document, digitize, and promote Lampung through Wikimedia projects such as WikiTutur, Wiktionary, and Wikipedia. As the Community Coordinator of Komunitas Wikimedia Bandar Lampung, I will share insights into challenges, successes, and future strategies for expanding Lampung’s presence on Wikimedia. The session will also explore how digital platforms can empower indigenous and regional communities to preserve their linguistic and cultural identity. By shedding light on Lampung, this presentation aims to inspire more initiatives focused on underrepresented languages.