Guidelines for Option One: Share Your Stories, Observations, and Reflections

Your Voice Matters!

By contributing your personal stories, observations, and reflections about the URPQL landscapes, you help document their cultural, social, and ecological significance. Your submissions will appear on an interactive map, connected to specific locations, allowing others to explore these landscapes through a collective lens. Follow these simple guidelines to participate:

1. Reflect on Your Contribution

Take a moment to think about your connection to the URPQL landscapes:

• What memories, emotions, or reflections do these places evoke?

• Have you noticed changes over time, such as environmental shifts or community efforts?

• What do these landscapes mean to you personally or to your community?

2. Decide on Your Submission Type

You can contribute in one or more of the following formats:

• Text: Share a written story, memory, or observation (e.g., a personal anecdote, historical account, or reflection).

• Photos: Upload images that document or symbolize your connection to the site (e.g., landscapes, activities, or close-ups of meaningful details).

• Audio: Record your voice sharing a story, memory, or reflection about the site.

• Video: Create a short video capturing the essence of your experience or observations.

3. Provide Location Details

Your contribution will be linked to a specific location on the interactive map. Please include:

• The name or description of the site (e.g., “Former Quarry Site near Merri Creek”).

• GPS coordinates or general location details, if available.

4. Submission Process

• Upload Your Files: Use the online form provided to upload your content. Ensure your files meet these requirements:

  • File Formats:

    • Text: .docx, .txt, or .pdf

    • Photos: .jpg, .png

    • Audio: .mp3

    • Video: .mp4

  • File Size: Keep files under 10MB each.

• Add a Title and Description: Provide a brief title or description of your submission to give context to your story.

5. Consent and Credit

• Consent: Confirm that you allow your submission to be shared publicly on the platform and used for research and educational purposes.

• Credits: Indicate how you would like to be credited (e.g., full name, first name only, or anonymous).

6. Inspire Community Engagement

Your contribution helps build a shared narrative, offering a window into the everyday heritage of these landscapes. By sharing your experiences, you invite others to reflect, connect, and contribute their own perspectives, creating a vibrant, collective archive.