Module#3 Weblog#3 by Dilip Verma

Memory Place

Memory Place is a project that proposes to house IK digitally for Indigenous communities and researchers. They have started a database for Groote Elandt but the database software is open source and is freely available from Sourceforge for use in other communities. The software is for storing and accessing all types of Indigenous media. It was developed (and funded) by the Anindilyakwz Lando Council as a way to pass on to Aboriginal youth the cultural and linguistic knowledge. It is designed to offer a safe deposit for IK allowing it be accessed in a culturally sensitive way. The project involved the community at every step and took into account Indigenous Knowledge systems and Indigenous Computing in the design.

Web site: http://memoryplace.sourceforge.net/index.html

A version of the software is available at http://sourceforge.net/project/platformdownload.php?group_id=161316&sel_platform=1607

I have downloaded the software but am having some technical issues with the installation. However, I am hopeful to resolve them soon as I have been in contact with the designers. The project is very professional and I think it could be an excellent option for use in Oaxaca.

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