Funtua WomenWiki Initiative
Welcome to the Funtua WomenWiki Initiative!
Overview
[edit]The Funtua WomenWiki Initiative is a collaborative project aimed at addressing Wikipedia inequality in Northern Nigeria. Join us in empowering women to edit and enhance articles on Hausa Wikipedia, bridging knowledge gaps and amplifying women's voices.
- Key Dates:
- Start Date: November 11, 2023 - End Date: December 15, 2023
Mission
[edit]Fixing Wikipedia inequality by actively involving women from Funtua in editing and contributing to articles on Hausa Wikipedia.
Project Highlights
[edit]1. Online Training (November 28): - Learn the essentials of Wikipedia editing. - Personalized assistance for account creation.
2. In-Person Events (December 2-3): - Immersive workshop experience. - Edit-a-thon crafting articles on Hausa Wikipedia.
3. Online Conclusion (TBD): - Final online events. - Dignified closing ceremony.
Meet the Team
[edit]- A Salisu: Project Lead
- Hauwau sulaiman: Project Facilitator
- Yusuf Sa'adu: Wikimedian Trainer and Mentor
- Gwanki: Project Advisor
Target Participants
[edit]- Women in Funtua town, diverse in age and background. - Students, academics, and community members are encouraged to join.
Get Involved
[edit]- Join our WhatsApp group for real-time updates and discussions. - Follow our journey on Social Media using #FuntuaWomenWiki.
Supported by the Wikimedia Community Fund
