Auroville Web Services
The Auroville Web Service provides up-to-date information on recent Auroville news, events, and guides the visitor in search of educational resources, historical documents, and the teachings of the Mother and Sri Aurobindo. It also shares information on the diverse services and other sectors that contribute to Auroville in its daily life. Special notifications regarding official government visits, and awards for Auroville are also posted to share general information with the public.
Auroville Web Service oversees various tasks to ensure theauroville.org website functions smoothly and achieves its goals. We are a team of 5 people and volunteers working to deliver a positive user experience. Here's a breakdown of our key responsibilities:
Content Management and Strategy:
Content Creation and Curation: We develop and implement a content strategy to inform visitors about all possible aspects of Auroville, from practical information for the short-time guests, to more detailed information to researchers about the vision, the structure, the organization, and all possible aspects of this sometimes complicated experiment for the future of humanity. Education, economy, architecture, arts, planning, environment, spirituality, society, internal and external organization are some of the topics that are examined at various levels of depth, even with archives and research sections, for offering an overview of the effort that is being carried over, in the research of a better future.
- Content Management System (CMS) Management: We and Talam manage the auroville.org website's CMS, the platform used to create and edit content. This involves keeping the CMS updated, managing user permissions, and ensuring a smooth operation.
- Content Strategy: We develop and implement a content strategy to attract and engage visitors. This could involve planning content topics, scheduling publications, and analyzing content performance to identify areas for improvement.
Website Performance and Optimization:
- Website Analytics: We monitor auroville.org website traffic, user behavior, and other analytics data to understand how users interact with the site. These insights help us identify areas for improvement and optimize the user experience.
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO): We implement SEO best practices to improve the website's ranking in search engine results pages (SERPs). This increases organic traffic by making the website more discoverable to users searching for relevant keywords.
Technical Management and Security:
- Website Upkeep: We oversee the auroville.org website's technical health, ensuring smooth operation and fixing minor bugs. This may involve collaborating with developers for more complex issues.
- Security Maintenance: We implement security measures to safeguard the website from hacking attempts, malware attacks, and unauthorized access. This includes keeping software updated and monitoring for vulnerabilities.
- Website Performance Optimization: We work to improve website loading speed and overall user experience. This could involve optimizing images, minifying code, and using a Content Delivery Network (CDN).
Collaboration and Communication:
- Teamwork: We often work with designers, developers, content creators, and marketing teams to achieve auroville.org website goals.
- Communication: We communicate effectively with stakeholders like executives of AV Units and keeping their auroville.org pages up-to-date.
Staying Updated:
- We keep ourselves updated on the latest web design trends, technologies, and best practices to ensure the auroville.org website stays competitive and delivers a modern user experience.
Team:
- Manoj - Webmaster and Advisor
- Manohar - Webmaster and Editor
- Surya - Webmaster, Editor and Coordinator
- Abha - Editor and Communication
- Giri - Webmaster, Editor & Content Creator
