Dear African Wikimedians,
As we celebrate *International Women's Month*, we are excited to invite you to the official launch of the *second edition of the Shine Her Light Writing Contest https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025*, an initiative by *Open Foundation West Africa https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Open_Foundation_West_Africa* to amplify the voices and achievements of African women on Wikipedia.
This year, under the theme *"Women Leading Change: Stories of Strength and Progress,"* we are spotlighting the remarkable contributions of African women across various sectors. Through this contest, we aim to bridge the gender gap in online knowledge by creating and expanding articles about inspiring African women.
The contest begins on *March 8, 2025,* and ends on *March 31, 2025*. To mark the launch of this exciting journey, we are hosting a *webinar.* In celebration of International Women's Day and in line with our commitment to advancing gender equity, we invite you to join us for a special panel discussion on *March 5th at 15:00 GMT*. During the webinar, you will hear from guest speakers, learn more about the contest guidelines, and discover how you can participate and make an impact.
📅* Webinar **Date:* March 5, 2025 ⏰ *Time:* 3:00 PM GMT 📍 *Venue:* Online via Zoom 🔗 *Join here:* https://zoom.us/j/98360596257
*Register via the event page here:*
https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025
Whether you are a seasoned Wikipedia editor or new to contributing, this event is the perfect opportunity to get involved and help shape a more inclusive representation of African women in digital spaces.
We look forward to having you join us in shining a light on the untold stories of African women. Warm regards,
I'm Muhammad Idriss Criteria by name also editor from Hausa Wikipedians Usergroup Community should I participate 🤔
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 3:12 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Dear African Wikimedians,
As we celebrate *International Women's Month*, we are excited to invite you to the official launch of the *second edition of the Shine Her Light Writing Contest https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025*, an initiative by *Open Foundation West Africa https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Open_Foundation_West_Africa* to amplify the voices and achievements of African women on Wikipedia.
This year, under the theme *"Women Leading Change: Stories of Strength and Progress,"* we are spotlighting the remarkable contributions of African women across various sectors. Through this contest, we aim to bridge the gender gap in online knowledge by creating and expanding articles about inspiring African women.
The contest begins on *March 8, 2025,* and ends on *March 31, 2025*. To mark the launch of this exciting journey, we are hosting a *webinar.* In celebration of International Women's Day and in line with our commitment to advancing gender equity, we invite you to join us for a special panel discussion on *March 5th at 15:00 GMT*. During the webinar, you will hear from guest speakers, learn more about the contest guidelines, and discover how you can participate and make an impact.
📅* Webinar **Date:* March 5, 2025 ⏰ *Time:* 3:00 PM GMT 📍 *Venue:* Online via Zoom 🔗 *Join here:* https://zoom.us/j/98360596257
*Register via the event page here:*
https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025
Whether you are a seasoned Wikipedia editor or new to contributing, this event is the perfect opportunity to get involved and help shape a more inclusive representation of African women in digital spaces.
We look forward to having you join us in shining a light on the untold stories of African women. Warm regards,
-- Jael Serwaa Boateng Executive Director Open Foundation West Africa _______________________________________________ African-Wikimedians mailing list -- african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org To unsubscribe send an email to african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org
Hi Muhammad,
We'd love to have as many languages as possible. Go ahead and register! We are excited to have you participate.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I'm Muhammad Idriss Criteria by name also editor from Hausa Wikipedians Usergroup Community should I participate 🤔
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 3:12 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Dear African Wikimedians,
As we celebrate *International Women's Month*, we are excited to invite you to the official launch of the *second edition of the Shine Her Light Writing Contest https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025*, an initiative by *Open Foundation West Africa https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Open_Foundation_West_Africa* to amplify the voices and achievements of African women on Wikipedia.
This year, under the theme *"Women Leading Change: Stories of Strength and Progress,"* we are spotlighting the remarkable contributions of African women across various sectors. Through this contest, we aim to bridge the gender gap in online knowledge by creating and expanding articles about inspiring African women.
The contest begins on *March 8, 2025,* and ends on *March 31, 2025*. To mark the launch of this exciting journey, we are hosting a *webinar.* In celebration of International Women's Day and in line with our commitment to advancing gender equity, we invite you to join us for a special panel discussion on *March 5th at 15:00 GMT*. During the webinar, you will hear from guest speakers, learn more about the contest guidelines, and discover how you can participate and make an impact.
📅* Webinar **Date:* March 5, 2025 ⏰ *Time:* 3:00 PM GMT 📍 *Venue:* Online via Zoom 🔗 *Join here:* https://zoom.us/j/98360596257
*Register via the event page here:*
https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025
Whether you are a seasoned Wikipedia editor or new to contributing, this event is the perfect opportunity to get involved and help shape a more inclusive representation of African women in digital spaces.
We look forward to having you join us in shining a light on the untold stories of African women. Warm regards,
-- Jael Serwaa Boateng Executive Director Open Foundation West Africa _______________________________________________ African-Wikimedians mailing list -- african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org To unsubscribe send an email to african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org
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I thought last year I had participated in this campaign but after the contest ended, Masiku told me that the contest was mainly for Ghanaian editors.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:30 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Hi Muhammad,
We'd love to have as many languages as possible. Go ahead and register! We are excited to have you participate.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I'm Muhammad Idriss Criteria by name also editor from Hausa Wikipedians Usergroup Community should I participate 🤔
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 3:12 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Dear African Wikimedians,
As we celebrate *International Women's Month*, we are excited to invite you to the official launch of the *second edition of the Shine Her Light Writing Contest https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025*, an initiative by *Open Foundation West Africa https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Open_Foundation_West_Africa* to amplify the voices and achievements of African women on Wikipedia.
This year, under the theme *"Women Leading Change: Stories of Strength and Progress,"* we are spotlighting the remarkable contributions of African women across various sectors. Through this contest, we aim to bridge the gender gap in online knowledge by creating and expanding articles about inspiring African women.
The contest begins on *March 8, 2025,* and ends on *March 31, 2025*. To mark the launch of this exciting journey, we are hosting a *webinar.* In celebration of International Women's Day and in line with our commitment to advancing gender equity, we invite you to join us for a special panel discussion on *March 5th at 15:00 GMT*. During the webinar, you will hear from guest speakers, learn more about the contest guidelines, and discover how you can participate and make an impact.
📅* Webinar **Date:* March 5, 2025 ⏰ *Time:* 3:00 PM GMT 📍 *Venue:* Online via Zoom 🔗 *Join here:* https://zoom.us/j/98360596257
*Register via the event page here:*
https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025
Whether you are a seasoned Wikipedia editor or new to contributing, this event is the perfect opportunity to get involved and help shape a more inclusive representation of African women in digital spaces.
We look forward to having you join us in shining a light on the untold stories of African women. Warm regards,
-- Jael Serwaa Boateng Executive Director Open Foundation West Africa _______________________________________________ African-Wikimedians mailing list -- african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org To unsubscribe send an email to african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org
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Yes, but we opened it up to all Africans this year because we got a lot of people expressing interest.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:43 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I thought last year I had participated in this campaign but after the contest ended, Masiku told me that the contest was mainly for Ghanaian editors.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:30 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Hi Muhammad,
We'd love to have as many languages as possible. Go ahead and register! We are excited to have you participate.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I'm Muhammad Idriss Criteria by name also editor from Hausa Wikipedians Usergroup Community should I participate 🤔
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 3:12 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Dear African Wikimedians,
As we celebrate *International Women's Month*, we are excited to invite you to the official launch of the *second edition of the Shine Her Light Writing Contest https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025*, an initiative by *Open Foundation West Africa https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Open_Foundation_West_Africa* to amplify the voices and achievements of African women on Wikipedia.
This year, under the theme *"Women Leading Change: Stories of Strength and Progress,"* we are spotlighting the remarkable contributions of African women across various sectors. Through this contest, we aim to bridge the gender gap in online knowledge by creating and expanding articles about inspiring African women.
The contest begins on *March 8, 2025,* and ends on *March 31, 2025*. To mark the launch of this exciting journey, we are hosting a *webinar.* In celebration of International Women's Day and in line with our commitment to advancing gender equity, we invite you to join us for a special panel discussion on *March 5th at 15:00 GMT*. During the webinar, you will hear from guest speakers, learn more about the contest guidelines, and discover how you can participate and make an impact.
📅* Webinar **Date:* March 5, 2025 ⏰ *Time:* 3:00 PM GMT 📍 *Venue:* Online via Zoom 🔗 *Join here:* https://zoom.us/j/98360596257
*Register via the event page here:*
https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025
Whether you are a seasoned Wikipedia editor or new to contributing, this event is the perfect opportunity to get involved and help shape a more inclusive representation of African women in digital spaces.
We look forward to having you join us in shining a light on the untold stories of African women. Warm regards,
-- Jael Serwaa Boateng Executive Director Open Foundation West Africa _______________________________________________ African-Wikimedians mailing list -- african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org To unsubscribe send an email to african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org
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Okay thanks. Please send me the dashboard link.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:53 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Yes, but we opened it up to all Africans this year because we got a lot of people expressing interest.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:43 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I thought last year I had participated in this campaign but after the contest ended, Masiku told me that the contest was mainly for Ghanaian editors.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:30 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Hi Muhammad,
We'd love to have as many languages as possible. Go ahead and register! We are excited to have you participate.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I'm Muhammad Idriss Criteria by name also editor from Hausa Wikipedians Usergroup Community should I participate 🤔
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 3:12 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Dear African Wikimedians,
As we celebrate *International Women's Month*, we are excited to invite you to the official launch of the *second edition of the Shine Her Light Writing Contest https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025*, an initiative by *Open Foundation West Africa https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Open_Foundation_West_Africa* to amplify the voices and achievements of African women on Wikipedia.
This year, under the theme *"Women Leading Change: Stories of Strength and Progress,"* we are spotlighting the remarkable contributions of African women across various sectors. Through this contest, we aim to bridge the gender gap in online knowledge by creating and expanding articles about inspiring African women.
The contest begins on *March 8, 2025,* and ends on *March 31, 2025*. To mark the launch of this exciting journey, we are hosting a *webinar.* In celebration of International Women's Day and in line with our commitment to advancing gender equity, we invite you to join us for a special panel discussion on *March 5th at 15:00 GMT*. During the webinar, you will hear from guest speakers, learn more about the contest guidelines, and discover how you can participate and make an impact.
📅* Webinar **Date:* March 5, 2025 ⏰ *Time:* 3:00 PM GMT 📍 *Venue:* Online via Zoom 🔗 *Join here:* https://zoom.us/j/98360596257
*Register via the event page here:*
https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025
Whether you are a seasoned Wikipedia editor or new to contributing, this event is the perfect opportunity to get involved and help shape a more inclusive representation of African women in digital spaces.
We look forward to having you join us in shining a light on the untold stories of African women. Warm regards,
-- Jael Serwaa Boateng Executive Director Open Foundation West Africa _______________________________________________ African-Wikimedians mailing list -- african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org To unsubscribe send an email to african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org
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Click on the registration link in the original email. You will be redirected to the dashboard automatically after registering. Thanks.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 4:15 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
Okay thanks. Please send me the dashboard link.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:53 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Yes, but we opened it up to all Africans this year because we got a lot of people expressing interest.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:43 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I thought last year I had participated in this campaign but after the contest ended, Masiku told me that the contest was mainly for Ghanaian editors.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:30 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Hi Muhammad,
We'd love to have as many languages as possible. Go ahead and register! We are excited to have you participate.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I'm Muhammad Idriss Criteria by name also editor from Hausa Wikipedians Usergroup Community should I participate 🤔
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 3:12 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Dear African Wikimedians,
As we celebrate *International Women's Month*, we are excited to invite you to the official launch of the *second edition of the Shine Her Light Writing Contest https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025*, an initiative by *Open Foundation West Africa https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Open_Foundation_West_Africa* to amplify the voices and achievements of African women on Wikipedia.
This year, under the theme *"Women Leading Change: Stories of Strength and Progress,"* we are spotlighting the remarkable contributions of African women across various sectors. Through this contest, we aim to bridge the gender gap in online knowledge by creating and expanding articles about inspiring African women.
The contest begins on *March 8, 2025,* and ends on *March 31, 2025*. To mark the launch of this exciting journey, we are hosting a *webinar.* In celebration of International Women's Day and in line with our commitment to advancing gender equity, we invite you to join us for a special panel discussion on *March 5th at 15:00 GMT*. During the webinar, you will hear from guest speakers, learn more about the contest guidelines, and discover how you can participate and make an impact.
📅* Webinar **Date:* March 5, 2025 ⏰ *Time:* 3:00 PM GMT 📍 *Venue:* Online via Zoom 🔗 *Join here:* https://zoom.us/j/98360596257
*Register via the event page here:*
https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025
Whether you are a seasoned Wikipedia editor or new to contributing, this event is the perfect opportunity to get involved and help shape a more inclusive representation of African women in digital spaces.
We look forward to having you join us in shining a light on the untold stories of African women. Warm regards,
-- Jael Serwaa Boateng Executive Director Open Foundation West Africa _______________________________________________ African-Wikimedians mailing list -- african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org To unsubscribe send an email to african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org
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Such an exciting and timely event - please add it to the international landing page so more people in our movement can join in! https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Celebrate_Women
So awesome to see you use the event registration tool too!
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 6:18 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Click on the registration link in the original email. You will be redirected to the dashboard automatically after registering. Thanks.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 4:15 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
Okay thanks. Please send me the dashboard link.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:53 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Yes, but we opened it up to all Africans this year because we got a lot of people expressing interest.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:43 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I thought last year I had participated in this campaign but after the contest ended, Masiku told me that the contest was mainly for Ghanaian editors.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:30 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Hi Muhammad,
We'd love to have as many languages as possible. Go ahead and register! We are excited to have you participate.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I'm Muhammad Idriss Criteria by name also editor from Hausa Wikipedians Usergroup Community should I participate 🤔
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 3:12 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
> Dear African Wikimedians, > > As we celebrate *International Women's Month*, we are excited to > invite you to the official launch of the *second edition of > the Shine Her Light Writing Contest > https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025*, > an initiative by *Open Foundation West Africa > https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Open_Foundation_West_Africa* to > amplify the voices and achievements of African women on Wikipedia. > > This year, under the theme *"Women Leading Change: Stories of > Strength and Progress,"* we are spotlighting the remarkable > contributions of African women across various sectors. Through this > contest, we aim to bridge the gender gap in online knowledge by creating > and expanding articles about inspiring African women. > > The contest begins on *March 8, 2025,* and ends on *March 31, 2025*. > To mark the launch of this exciting journey, we are hosting a > *webinar.* In celebration of International Women's Day and in line > with our commitment to advancing gender equity, we invite you to join us > for a special panel discussion on *March 5th at 15:00 GMT*. During > the webinar, you will hear from guest speakers, learn more about the > contest guidelines, and discover how you can participate and make an > impact. > > 📅* Webinar **Date:* March 5, 2025 > ⏰ *Time:* 3:00 PM GMT > 📍 *Venue:* Online via Zoom > 🔗 *Join here:* https://zoom.us/j/98360596257 > > *Register via the event page here:* > > > https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025 > > Whether you are a seasoned Wikipedia editor or new to contributing, > this event is the perfect opportunity to get involved and help shape a more > inclusive representation of African women in digital spaces. > > We look forward to having you join us in shining a light on the > untold stories of African women. > Warm regards, > > -- > Jael Serwaa Boateng > Executive Director > Open Foundation West Africa > _______________________________________________ > African-Wikimedians mailing list -- > african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org > To unsubscribe send an email to > african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org > _______________________________________________ African-Wikimedians mailing list -- african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org To unsubscribe send an email to african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org
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Thanks Masana - it has already been added to the page.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 10:12 PM Masana Mulaudzi mmulaudzi@wikimedia.org wrote:
Such an exciting and timely event - please add it to the international landing page so more people in our movement can join in! https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Celebrate_Women
So awesome to see you use the event registration tool too!
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 6:18 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Click on the registration link in the original email. You will be redirected to the dashboard automatically after registering. Thanks.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 4:15 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
Okay thanks. Please send me the dashboard link.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:53 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Yes, but we opened it up to all Africans this year because we got a lot of people expressing interest.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:43 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I thought last year I had participated in this campaign but after the contest ended, Masiku told me that the contest was mainly for Ghanaian editors.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:30 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Hi Muhammad,
We'd love to have as many languages as possible. Go ahead and register! We are excited to have you participate.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
> I'm Muhammad Idriss Criteria by name also editor from Hausa > Wikipedians Usergroup Community should I participate 🤔 > > On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 3:12 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org > wrote: > >> Dear African Wikimedians, >> >> As we celebrate *International Women's Month*, we are excited to >> invite you to the official launch of the *second edition of >> the Shine Her Light Writing Contest >> https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025*, >> an initiative by *Open Foundation West Africa >> https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Open_Foundation_West_Africa* to >> amplify the voices and achievements of African women on Wikipedia. >> >> This year, under the theme *"Women Leading Change: Stories of >> Strength and Progress,"* we are spotlighting the remarkable >> contributions of African women across various sectors. Through this >> contest, we aim to bridge the gender gap in online knowledge by creating >> and expanding articles about inspiring African women. >> >> The contest begins on *March 8, 2025,* and ends on *March 31, 2025*. >> To mark the launch of this exciting journey, we are hosting a >> *webinar.* In celebration of International Women's Day and in line >> with our commitment to advancing gender equity, we invite you to join us >> for a special panel discussion on *March 5th at 15:00 GMT*. During >> the webinar, you will hear from guest speakers, learn more about the >> contest guidelines, and discover how you can participate and make an >> impact. >> >> 📅* Webinar **Date:* March 5, 2025 >> ⏰ *Time:* 3:00 PM GMT >> 📍 *Venue:* Online via Zoom >> 🔗 *Join here:* https://zoom.us/j/98360596257 >> >> *Register via the event page here:* >> >> >> https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025 >> >> Whether you are a seasoned Wikipedia editor or new to contributing, >> this event is the perfect opportunity to get involved and help shape a more >> inclusive representation of African women in digital spaces. >> >> We look forward to having you join us in shining a light on the >> untold stories of African women. >> Warm regards, >> >> -- >> Jael Serwaa Boateng >> Executive Director >> Open Foundation West Africa >> _______________________________________________ >> African-Wikimedians mailing list -- >> african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org >> To unsubscribe send an email to >> african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org >> > _______________________________________________ > African-Wikimedians mailing list -- > african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org > To unsubscribe send an email to > african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org >
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I saw some editors from others Wikipedians Usergroup are translating some articles about Bollywood women, Hollywood women, and other women who are not African women.
On Tue, Mar 4, 2025, 11:37 AM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Thanks Masana - it has already been added to the page.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 10:12 PM Masana Mulaudzi mmulaudzi@wikimedia.org wrote:
Such an exciting and timely event - please add it to the international landing page so more people in our movement can join in! https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Celebrate_Women
So awesome to see you use the event registration tool too!
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 6:18 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Click on the registration link in the original email. You will be redirected to the dashboard automatically after registering. Thanks.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 4:15 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
Okay thanks. Please send me the dashboard link.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:53 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Yes, but we opened it up to all Africans this year because we got a lot of people expressing interest.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:43 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I thought last year I had participated in this campaign but after the contest ended, Masiku told me that the contest was mainly for Ghanaian editors.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:30 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
> Hi Muhammad, > > We'd love to have as many languages as possible. Go ahead and > register! We are excited to have you participate. > > On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < > mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote: > >> I'm Muhammad Idriss Criteria by name also editor from Hausa >> Wikipedians Usergroup Community should I participate 🤔 >> >> On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 3:12 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org >> wrote: >> >>> Dear African Wikimedians, >>> >>> As we celebrate *International Women's Month*, we are excited to >>> invite you to the official launch of the *second edition of >>> the Shine Her Light Writing Contest >>> https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025*, >>> an initiative by *Open Foundation West Africa >>> https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Open_Foundation_West_Africa* to >>> amplify the voices and achievements of African women on Wikipedia. >>> >>> This year, under the theme *"Women Leading Change: Stories of >>> Strength and Progress,"* we are spotlighting the remarkable >>> contributions of African women across various sectors. Through this >>> contest, we aim to bridge the gender gap in online knowledge by creating >>> and expanding articles about inspiring African women. >>> >>> The contest begins on *March 8, 2025,* and ends on *March 31, >>> 2025*. To mark the launch of this exciting journey, we are >>> hosting a *webinar.* In celebration of International Women's Day >>> and in line with our commitment to advancing gender equity, we invite you >>> to join us for a special panel discussion on *March 5th at 15:00 >>> GMT*. During the webinar, you will hear from guest speakers, >>> learn more about the contest guidelines, and discover how you can >>> participate and make an impact. >>> >>> 📅* Webinar **Date:* March 5, 2025 >>> ⏰ *Time:* 3:00 PM GMT >>> 📍 *Venue:* Online via Zoom >>> 🔗 *Join here:* https://zoom.us/j/98360596257 >>> >>> *Register via the event page here:* >>> >>> >>> https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025 >>> >>> Whether you are a seasoned Wikipedia editor or new to >>> contributing, this event is the perfect opportunity to get involved and >>> help shape a more inclusive representation of African women in digital >>> spaces. >>> >>> We look forward to having you join us in shining a light on the >>> untold stories of African women. >>> Warm regards, >>> >>> -- >>> Jael Serwaa Boateng >>> Executive Director >>> Open Foundation West Africa >>> _______________________________________________ >>> African-Wikimedians mailing list -- >>> african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org >>> To unsubscribe send an email to >>> african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org >>> >> _______________________________________________ >> African-Wikimedians mailing list -- >> african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org >> To unsubscribe send an email to >> african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org >> > > > -- > Jael Serwaa Boateng > Executive Director > Open Foundation West Africa > _______________________________________________ > African-Wikimedians mailing list -- > african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org > To unsubscribe send an email to > african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org > _______________________________________________ African-Wikimedians mailing list -- african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org To unsubscribe send an email to african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org
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Hi Muhammad,
Thank you for this information. We are reaching out to all such contributors. Articles about people other than African women will not count for the awards.
On Tue, Mar 18, 2025 at 12:23 AM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
I saw some editors from others Wikipedians Usergroup are translating some articles about Bollywood women, Hollywood women, and other women who are not African women.
On Tue, Mar 4, 2025, 11:37 AM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Thanks Masana - it has already been added to the page.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 10:12 PM Masana Mulaudzi mmulaudzi@wikimedia.org wrote:
Such an exciting and timely event - please add it to the international landing page so more people in our movement can join in! https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Celebrate_Women
So awesome to see you use the event registration tool too!
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 6:18 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Click on the registration link in the original email. You will be redirected to the dashboard automatically after registering. Thanks.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 4:15 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
Okay thanks. Please send me the dashboard link.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:53 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org wrote:
Yes, but we opened it up to all Africans this year because we got a lot of people expressing interest.
On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:43 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote:
> I thought last year I had participated in this campaign but after > the contest ended, Masiku told me that the contest was mainly for Ghanaian > editors. > > On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 4:30 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org > wrote: > >> Hi Muhammad, >> >> We'd love to have as many languages as possible. Go ahead and >> register! We are excited to have you participate. >> >> On Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM Muhammad Alhaji Idriss < >> mahmoudcriteria@gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> I'm Muhammad Idriss Criteria by name also editor from Hausa >>> Wikipedians Usergroup Community should I participate 🤔 >>> >>> On Mon, Mar 3, 2025, 3:12 PM Jael Boateng jboateng@ofwafrica.org >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Dear African Wikimedians, >>>> >>>> As we celebrate *International Women's Month*, we are excited to >>>> invite you to the official launch of the *second edition of >>>> the Shine Her Light Writing Contest >>>> https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025*, >>>> an initiative by *Open Foundation West Africa >>>> https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Open_Foundation_West_Africa* to >>>> amplify the voices and achievements of African women on Wikipedia. >>>> >>>> This year, under the theme *"Women Leading Change: Stories of >>>> Strength and Progress,"* we are spotlighting the remarkable >>>> contributions of African women across various sectors. Through this >>>> contest, we aim to bridge the gender gap in online knowledge by creating >>>> and expanding articles about inspiring African women. >>>> >>>> The contest begins on *March 8, 2025,* and ends on *March 31, >>>> 2025*. To mark the launch of this exciting journey, we are >>>> hosting a *webinar.* In celebration of International Women's Day >>>> and in line with our commitment to advancing gender equity, we invite you >>>> to join us for a special panel discussion on *March 5th at 15:00 >>>> GMT*. During the webinar, you will hear from guest speakers, >>>> learn more about the contest guidelines, and discover how you can >>>> participate and make an impact. >>>> >>>> 📅* Webinar **Date:* March 5, 2025 >>>> ⏰ *Time:* 3:00 PM GMT >>>> 📍 *Venue:* Online via Zoom >>>> 🔗 *Join here:* https://zoom.us/j/98360596257 >>>> >>>> *Register via the event page here:* >>>> >>>> >>>> https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Shine_Her_Light_Writing_Contest_2025 >>>> >>>> Whether you are a seasoned Wikipedia editor or new to >>>> contributing, this event is the perfect opportunity to get involved and >>>> help shape a more inclusive representation of African women in digital >>>> spaces. >>>> >>>> We look forward to having you join us in shining a light on the >>>> untold stories of African women. >>>> Warm regards, >>>> >>>> -- >>>> Jael Serwaa Boateng >>>> Executive Director >>>> Open Foundation West Africa >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> African-Wikimedians mailing list -- >>>> african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org >>>> To unsubscribe send an email to >>>> african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org >>>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> African-Wikimedians mailing list -- >>> african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org >>> To unsubscribe send an email to >>> african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org >>> >> >> >> -- >> Jael Serwaa Boateng >> Executive Director >> Open Foundation West Africa >> _______________________________________________ >> African-Wikimedians mailing list -- >> african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org >> To unsubscribe send an email to >> african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org >> > _______________________________________________ > African-Wikimedians mailing list -- > african-wikimedians@lists.wikimedia.org > To unsubscribe send an email to > african-wikimedians-leave@lists.wikimedia.org >
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