Wikipedia 20/Banners/FAQ

What are these banners for?

The Wikipedia 20 Central Notice banners are designed to let readers know that Wikipedia is 20 years old. They are a tool for letting millions of site users know about the amazing community of editors who make Wikipedia and our free knowledge movement possible. A click on the banner links to a web hub that explains more about the history of Wikipedia, our movement, our related projects, and our values. Hosting this interactive hub on the Wikimedia Foundation site allows readers to take action in supporting our free knowledge mission.

The banner will read: "It is Wikipedia’s birthday! Thank you for making 20 years of free knowledge possible. Join the celebration."

You can see the banner template here: https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=NASA&banner=WP20_webhub&uselang=en&force=1

How long will the banners be live? In what languages?

The Wikipedia 20 Central Notice banners will be live for one week, from January 15-21 on Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons and Meta-Wiki projects in seven languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Russian, and Spanish.

How can I get involved in Wikipedia 20?

There are lots of ways to celebrate this milestone moment. You can:

• Find an event nearby or remotely or find some helpful resources to help you plan one. We already have more than 40 events, and hope to have many more.
• Talk to the local press. In the past 20 years, Wikipedia has accomplished extraordinary things. Resources, including a press release template and resources on working with the media, are available to support you in your press outreach efforts.
• Design a Wikipedia 20 logo. In place of a single mark for Wikipedia 20, we’re making dozens. Add your own with something fun and representative of your community. Just use the visual guide so they share a common sensibility.
• Help with translating. Help us get the word out about Wikipedia 20 in as many languages as possible by joining our translation efforts!
• Share a message on social media. Wish Wikipedia a happy birthday! Please tag @Wikipedia, and add #Wikipedia20 to the post. We might re-tweet or share your message!

Where can I send a question about Wikipedia 20 celebrations?

Send an email to wikipedia20wikimediaorg or post your question on the talk page!