WikiGap 2024/PS
 WikiGap 2024 | |
| Event information | |
|---|---|
| What | WikiGap 2024 |
| Date | Campaign period 8 March 2024 – 8 April 2024 (UTC+7) |
| Location | Online |
| Host | Osama Eid |
WikiGap
WikiGap events are crucial initiatives aimed at bridging the gender gap on Wikimedia projects by encouraging more women to contribute to the platform. The decision to organize WikiGap for the first time in the Palestinian territories, specifically targeting university students, women, lecturers, and agricultural workers, marks a significant step towards inclusivity and diversity within the Wikimedia community.
#WikiGap invites broad and diverse participation, and allows for local adaptations to the overall theme of closing the gender gap and other gaps relevant for diversity on Wikipedia.
This event holds immense importance for several reasons: edit
- Empowering Women: By specifically targeting women, WikiGap aims to empower them to become active contributors to Wikimedia projects. Historically, women have been underrepresented in these platforms, and events like WikiGap provide them with the necessary support and encouragement to share their knowledge and perspectives.
- Education and Awareness: University students, lecturers, and agricultural workers are key stakeholders in society who possess valuable knowledge and expertise. By engaging them in WikiGap, the event not only facilitates knowledge exchange but also raises awareness about the importance of contributing to Wikimedia projects for the enrichment of global knowledge.
- Inclusivity in Knowledge Sharing: Wikimedia projects thrive on the diversity of contributors and the variety of perspectives they bring. By involving individuals from different backgrounds and professions, WikiGap ensures that a wide range of topics and insights are represented on these platforms, enriching the overall quality of content available to users worldwide.
- Community Building: Events like WikiGap foster a sense of community among participants, creating a supportive environment where individuals can collaborate, learn from each other, and collectively work towards a common goal of enhancing knowledge sharing on Wikimedia projects.
- Long-Term Impact: By introducing more people, especially women, to the Wikimedia platform and encouraging them to contribute, WikiGap lays the groundwork for long-term sustainability and growth of the Wikimedia community in the Palestinian territories. The event not only addresses the gender gap in the short term but also sets the stage for continued involvement and contribution from diverse voices in the future.
