Come join us for an exciting event celebrating women and cultural diversity on Wikipedia by the Wikimedia Community User Group Cyprus in collaboration with the WICZ+ FOUNDATION.
This in-person gathering aims to amplify the voices and contributions of women from diverse backgrounds on the world’s largest online encyclopedia. Through interactive workshops and engaging discussions, we will explore ways to increase representation and improve content related to women and cultural diversity. Whether you’re a seasoned editor or new to Wikipedia, this event offers a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and make a difference. Don’t miss out on this empowering experience!
This project is funded by the Wikimedia Foundation, a non-profit foundation that supports the Wikimedia movement projects, including Wikipedia
The event is held under the auspices of the President of the Cyprus Parliament Ms Annita Demetriou and the support of the Commissioner for Gender Equality, Ms Josie Christodoulou.
Speakers
Barbara Klen, Representative of the Central Eastern European Wikimedia Community HUB
Marios Magioladitis, President of the Wikimedia Community User Group Greece
Michael Tyrimos, Managing Director, Capacitor Partners
During the day we will be offering coffee and lunch.
A full detailed schedule and guidelines will be provided upon registration.
SATURDAY 10/02/2024
Event coordinator Dr Andri Hadjiandreou, Head of Center for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at University
of Limassol (UoL Center for DEI)
Session 1: Opening and Introduction
09:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Registrations
10:00 a.m. – 10:05 a.m. Welcome address by event organizers.
10:05 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Remarks by the President of the Parliament, Ms Annita Demetriou
10:15 a.m. – 10:25 a.m. Remarks by The Commissioner for Gender Equality, Ms Josie Christodoulou
Session 2: Gender Bias on Wikipedia and Beyond
10:25 a.m. – 10:35 a.m. Ms. Barbara Klen, Representative of the Central Eastern European Wikimedia Community HUB
10:35 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Mr. Michael Tyrimos, Managing Director, Capacitor Partners
10:50 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Coffee Break
11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Mr. Marios Magioladitis, President of the Wikimedia Community User Group Greece Presentation on the gender gap and its implications for women’s representation on Wikipedia
11:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Panel discussion with Ms. Barbara Klen, Mr. Michael Tyrimos and Mr. Marios Magioladitis, on the significance of diverse cultural narratives in shaping more inclusive knowledge landscape moderated by Dr Andri Hadjiandreou. Q&As
11:45 a.m. – 01:00 p.m. Guidance on Wikipedia’s guidelines and editing best practices. Hands-on training for new editors and beginners
01:00 p.m. – 01:30 p.m. Lunch Break
Session 3: Wikipedia Editing Workshop
01:30 p.m. – 02:00 p.m. Identify existing Wikipedia articles that need improvement or new articles to be created.
02:00 p.m. – 04:00 p.m. Collaboratively editing and improving Wikipedia articles related to diverse women’s narratives.
SUNDAY 11/02/2024
09:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Registrations
10:00 a.m. – 01:00 p.m. Collaboratively editing and improving Wikipedia articles related
to diverse women’s narratives.
01:00 p.m. – 02:00 p.m. Lunch Break
02:00 p.m. – 04:00 p.m. Collaboratively editing and improving Wikipedia articles related to diverse women’s narratives.
04:00 p.m. – 04:30 p.m. Expressing gratitude to all participants, organizers, and supporting organizations.
