WikiIndaba 2024/Proposal/9 years of the Wiki Loves Women initiative
This is an open submission for WikiIndaba conference 2024 that has been reviewed by the members of the Programs committee. |
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9 years of the Wiki Loves Women initiative | ||
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| Author(s): afek91 or any WIA team member | Username(s): afek91 | Session type: Poster | |
| Affiliation: Wiki in Africa | Session track(s): Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, GenderGap, Women | ||
| Abstract:
I will give throught this poster the statistics, different projects and the results of 9 years of the Wiki Loves women initiative by Wiki In Africa. The Wiki Loves Women project is a global initiative designed to address the gender gap on Wikipedia by increasing the representation of women-related topics and contributors. It encourages individuals to contribute high-quality images and content about women's achievements, history, and culture, making the online encyclopedia more inclusive and diverse. The initiative comprises three distinct projects that work collectively: The #SheSaid campaign: A global initiative that aims to amplify women's voices by sharing their quotes and stories. The Focus Group: A practical, action-oriented, mentored online training program that provides skills and knowledge transfer. It is specifically designed to support community leaders in creating gender-equity programs and drives within the Wikimedia and Open movements. The ISA Tell Us About Her campaign: An annual campaign that aims to enhance the descriptions of women's photographs uploaded on Wikimedia Commons. By doing so, Wiki Loves Women celebrates women across various themes and highlights their contributions and achievements using the ISA tool. |
Audience : All | ||
| Mode: Hybrid | |||
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| How will this session be beneficial for the communities in the region?
This session will raise awareness about the Wiki Loves Women initiative, highlighting opportunities for women to join the Focus Group leadership program and the global #SheSaid campaign. Additionally, it will inform participants about the ISA tool, encouraging them to contribute to enhancing women's representation on Wikimedia Commons. | |||
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