*Dear friends and partners, *

The *WikiHeritage Initiative* invites experienced English Wikipedians to serve as *Lead Reviewers* in the upcoming *Live Review of Unpublished Articles* session, an interactive event marking the conclusion of the WikiHeritage Fellowship program.

This session offers a unique opportunity to demonstrate, in real time, how unpublished Wikipedia articles are evaluated and improved before publication. It highlights the strengths and weaknesses that define a high-quality encyclopedic entry.

The event reflects our mission to promote *editorial excellence*, *knowledge equity*, and *capacity-building* within the Wikimedia ecosystem—particularly in cultural heritage documentation.

*Objective*

The two-hour session will feature a live review of unpublished WikiHeritage articles, allowing the audience to observe and learn from experienced Wikipedians as they analyse real drafts. Participants will gain insights into:

- The criteria that determine whether an article meets English Wikipedia’s publication standards. - How to identify weaknesses in structure, tone, or sourcing. - The importance of neutrality, verifiability, and notability. - Real-world editorial decision-making and collaborative improvement.

Draft articles will be shared with the selected reviewers before the session. This format fosters a transparent, hands-on learning experience that deepens understanding of Wikipedia’s editorial culture.

*Why Participate*

Joining as a Lead Reviewer provides an opportunity to:

- Contribute to improving WikiHeritage articles on cultural heritage. - Share expertise with new and emerging editors. - Showcase editorial best practices in a live educational environment. - Strengthen Wikimedia’s culture of mentorship and community learning. - Support open access to quality, verifiable, and balanced information.

*Role of the Lead Wikipedian*

As a Lead Reviewer, you will:

- Evaluate selected unpublished articles live, explaining your editorial reasoning. - Demonstrate how to apply Wikipedia’s key content policies (Notability, Neutrality, Verifiability, and Reliable Sources). - Provide constructive feedback and editing guidance. - Engage with the audience through discussion and Q&A. - Encourage quality improvement and ethical content development.

*Eligibility*

We welcome Wikipedians who:

- Have significant editing experience on the English Wikipedia. - Are familiar with review processes such as *Articles for Creation (AfC)* or *Peer Review*. - Can clearly explain and apply core content policies. - Value collaboration, mentorship, and open knowledge.

*Privacy and Data Protection*

The WikiHeritage Initiative prioritises your *data protection, privacy, and identity security* in compliance with international data protection standards and Wikimedia’s privacy policy.

- You may participate anonymously using only your Wikipedia username or pseudonym. - No personal data will be made public without your explicit consent. - All information submitted through the Google Form will be stored securely and used solely for coordination purposes. - Participants may request a private discussion with the organisers to clarify any privacy preferences before or after submission.

We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment that safeguards contributors’ rights and encourages open, honest participation.

*Event Details*

📅 *Date:* November 7–8

📍 *Venue:* Zoom

⏰ *Duration:* Maximum of Two (2) Hours

🎯 *Format:* Live review, editing demonstration, and audience interaction

*Register Your Interest*

To express your interest in serving as a Lead Reviewer, please complete the registration form below:

👉 *Fill out the Google Form here https://forms.gle/btXphQ3zRsvzyn3VA*

- Your Wikipedia username (real name optional). - A short biography (150–200 words). - A summary of your editing or review experience. - Any privacy or anonymity preferences you wish to be respected.

All data will be securely stored and used only for participant coordination and event communication.

*About WikiHeritage*

The *WikiHeritage Initiative* documents, preserves, and promotes cultural heritage through Wikimedia platforms—ensuring that local knowledge, traditions, and stories are accessible to the world. You can learn more about the program here https://meta.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/WikiHeritage_Fellowship.

The Live Article Review Session exemplifies our commitment to *transparency*, *mentorship*, and the *continuous improvement* of open knowledge.

On behalf of WikiHeritage Amb. Olaniyan Olushola