Dear African Wikimedians,

The vibrant world of folklore awaits your contributions! 🌟

We are delighted to invite you to the *Wiki Loves Folklore 2025 Office Hour https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Event:Wiki_Loves_Folklore_2025:_Insights,_Inspiration,_and_Collaboration_Office_Hour*, a special session crafted to inspire, guide, and connect organizers and contributors for this year’s campaign. This is your opportunity to learn more about the campaign, ask questions, and share ideas and experiences with other Wikimedia organizers and contributors across Africa and the globe. 🗓 *Event Details*

- *Date:* January 18th, 2025 - *Time:* 4:00 PM UTC (Check your local time https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1737216000) - *Venue:* Online via Google Meet - Join Here https://meet.google.com/ghv-dbuc-ppz - Dial-in: ‪+1 513-480-5188‬ - *PIN:* 876 566 200#

*Why Attend?*

- *Be Inspired*: Learn about this year’s campaign theme and how it celebrates the world’s rich cultural heritage, with a special focus on folklore from Africa. - *Collaborate Globally*: Connect with fellow Wikimedians from Africa and beyond who are passionate about documenting cultural traditions. - *Ask Questions*: Gain clarity on organizing local campaigns or contributing to Wiki Loves Folklore. - *Build Impact*: Discover how your affiliate can preserve unique African traditions, stories, and practices on Wikimedia Commons.

*Who Should Join?*

- Wikimedia Affiliates interested in organizing local Wiki Loves Folklore campaigns. - Groups or individuals planning to participate in this year’s campaign. - Contributors with questions, experiences, or ideas to share.

*📖 Learn More & Get Involved*

1. *Sign up for the Office Hour*: Event Page https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Event:Wiki_Loves_Folklore_2025:_Insights,_Inspiration,_and_Collaboration_Office_Hour 2. *Explore the Blog*: Dance of Traditions: Join Wiki Loves Folklore 2025’s Global Celebration https://diff.wikimedia.org/2025/01/14/dance-of-traditions-join-wiki-loves-folklores-2025s-global-celebration – Learn what folklore is, how to organize it, and how to participate. 3. *Sign Up to Organize*: Organizers Page https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Commons:Wiki_Loves_Folklore_2025/Organize

Let’s celebrate Africa’s diverse and beautiful folklore by showcasing its unique traditions, cultures, and stories. We can’t wait to see you at the Office Hour!

Warm regards,

Joris Darlington Quarshie

Events Coordinator

Wiki Loves Folklore International Team

Cell. 00233-50-825-8779

Website. https://wikilovesfolklore.org