Wikipedia on Aruba is a pilot project that’s part of the global Wikimedia movement. It brings together volunteers who are passionate about making knowledge freely accessible to everyone ...
Learn & Contribute on Wikimedia Platforms with Ban Wiki!
Contact person
Scan me or visit www.arubavolunteers.org/o/Wikipedia-op-Aruba/opportunities/Learn--Contribute-on-Wikimedia-Platforms-with-Ban-Wiki/101705 to join
Summary
In-person or online editing sessionsTailored for beginners and curious minds
Detailed description
Are you curious about how Wikipedia on Aruba work?
Want to help share free knowledge with the world while learning new skills?
Join us as a Volunteer Learner & Contributor in our Ban Wiki Editing Events!
💡 Purpose:
To introduce you to the world of Wikimedia platforms (such as Wikipedia, Wikidata and Wikimedia Commons) and guide you step-by-step on how to:
- Contribute to different Wikimedia projects
- Use reliable sources and open licenses
- Follow community guidelines
- Share knowledge in your own language (Papiamento)
🎓 What You’ll Learn:
- The structure and mission of Wikimedia platforms
- How to create a free user account and edit (for free!)
- Ways to contribute beyond writing images, data, documents, and more
- How to support open knowledge and digital literacy in your community.
🧑🤝🧑 Who Can Join:
- No experience needed!
- Anyone interested in learning and contributing
- Students, professionals, teachers, creatives all are welcome!
🛠️ Your Role as a Volunteer:
- Join our editing events (virtual or on-site)
- Explore various Wikimedia platforms with guidance
- Ask questions, experiment, and collaborate
- Share your knowledge and grow your skills
📍 Location:
Ban Wiki Editing Events online or local meetups details shared on our website: wikipediaonaruba.org.
💬 Language:
Focused on contributions in your Papiamento (Inc. Dutch, English)
📢 Cost:
FREE to join and participate, all you need is curiosity!
