Hi Wikimedians,

[image: CfA WIR International Conference June 2023.jpg] Join us for an inspiring session at the Code for Africa Wikipedian in Residence (WIR) international conference as we explore ways to "enhance African representation on Wikipedia and bridge the content deficit for progress"

[image: 🗣] Tochi Precious, Executive Director and Chairperson of the Igbo Wikimedians User Group in Nigeria, and Olushola Olaniyan, President of Wikimedia Nigeria Usergroup, will be your guides on this exciting journey. Together, we will uncover strategies for progress and tackle the challenges hindering accurate African representation on Wikipedia and its Sister's projects.

[image: 📅] Save the date: June 22, 2023 [image: ⏰] Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM WAT [image: 📍] Where: Join us on Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85600486639?pwd=bC9xMHVCSFdXL3AwRHFnbE5MVGhXQT09 (**No registration needed**)

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the solution and make a lasting impact. Let's celebrate African heritage and ensure its rightful place in the digital world! The session will be conducted in English for a wider reach.

Spread the word, invite your Wikifriends, and let's gather to reshape the narrative. Together, we can empower African voices on Wikipedia! #AfricanRepresentation #Wikipedia #ContentDeficit #KnowledgeMatters

Bukola James https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Bukky658 Community Coordinator, Code for Africa http://codeforafrica.org/ (Knowledge Team/ WiRs Initiatives)