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Afro Free Culture Crowdsourcing Wikimedia (AfroCROWD) is an initiative founded in 2015 that seeks to increase awareness of the Wikimedia Movement in the BIPOC community and the number of people of African descent who actively partake in the Wikimedia and free knowledge, culture and software movements. We celebrate Black History Month and Wikipedia Day all year round! Join us for a coming event.
March 26, 2025Event: Vintage Dreams Africa Road to Kenya Training the Trainers Workshop (Online). When: March 26, 2025 Where: Online via Zoom.Please RSVP at here. Details: AfroCROWD is proud to be working with Vintage Dreams Africa to hold a training the trainers event focused on notable Kenyan Women on our Road to Kenya for Wikimania Nairobi 2025! We will also be working on editing images and articles regarding women's health and other notable women's issues. We look forward to connecting on March 26, 2025. If this is an area that interests you, please let us know. The event will take place online from 11:00-01:30 PM EDT / 06:00 - 08:30 PM EAT.
March 8, 2025Event: International Women's Day Editatathon, Accra, Indiana and AfroCROWD link up! on Women's Health.When: March 8, 2025Where: Location: Work from Home (Work Space), 4 Grace Street, Dome Pillar Two, Accra, Ghana. To connect online,register with us hereDetail: March 8, International Women's Day, 1-5PM Accra local time and UTC, join us this and partners at WikimediaGhana and #OpenInclusiveInitiatives both online and in person for a Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons Editathon focused on Womens Health! See you soon!
February 26, 2025Event: Harlem Renaissance and Lindy Hop Wikipedia EditathonLocation: LT. Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Community Center, 34 W 134th St, New York, NY 10037Detail: Join us February 26, 5-8:30 PM at the Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr Community Center, Harlem, as we celebrate the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance and Swing Dance, starting with the Lindyhop! Learn how to contribute to Wikipedia and celebrate in the community where the Lindy Hop first began. Location: 34 W 134th St, New York, NY 10037
January 20, 2025Event: KFF: Everything MartinWhen: January 20, 2025Where: 250 West 54th St., Room 2301, New York, NYDetails: Martin Luther King Day is Monday, Jan. 20th. Join KFF and AfroCROWD in celebrating his legacy. AfroCROWD will also feature in support of Altadena, an Los Angeles Fires impacted historically Black community, hit hard. February 6th, we will be editing in solidarity with them.
December 26-27, 2024Event: Kwanzaa Film Festival (KFF)When: December 26-27, 2024Where: Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Harlem, NYCInfo:RSVP:https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/736fa127-92f1-48c9-9f2f-27022e3dbec3Details: Join AfroCROWD December 26th at 5:30 PM and 27th 12:00 PM at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Harlem, NYC for the New York Kwanzaa Film Festival (KFF) celebrating film in the AfricanDiaspora. Stop by the AfroCROWD table for a free session on Wikipedia to learn more about the Wikimedia community. The full Kwanzaa Film Festival runs from December 26, 2024, to January 1, 2025, showcasing a diverse lineup of films celebrating the richness of cultural cinema of Africa and the African Diaspora and storytelling.
December 8, 2024What:Haitian Kreyol Wikipedia Editing MeetupWhen: December 8, 2024Where: Drip Beverage Lounge, Brooklyn NYInfo:RSVP:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP22aqanqdxE9i0CDtqrjH8fjvrUXqciOON3sSclinFHdIhA/viewformDetails:Join us for an informal Wikipedia editing meetup on Sunday, December 8 from 1-4:30 PM at Drip Beverage Lounge, in Flatbush at 830 Rogers Ave Brooklyn, NY. We will learn to edit Wikipedia using Haitian Kreyòl and other languages if you speak them.
November 26What: FREE Wiki Commons and Photo Training with some potential portfolio Opportunities for photographers! When: Tues November 26th, 3 PM Where: Location: 425 6th Ave, New York, NY. Library: Jefferson Market Info:More Info Here:Event: Wikicurious - Capturing the Moment Details: Calling all photography, video, and Wikimedia Commons enthusiasts! Come join Wikimedia NYC, WikiPortraits, and AfroCrowd for an exciting event where we will explore the art of capturing the moment through photography and learn the ins and outs of Wikimedia Commons. This event is perfect for anyone looking to learn more about how to upload content to the platform. Get ready to snap some amazing shots as we hit the town on a photo walk and then bring the moments we captured to the masses on Wikimedia Commons.
October 17, 2024What: Banjee BoomboxWhen: October 17, 2024Where: The Sultan Room, New YorkInfo:RSVP:https://www.instagram.com/afrocrowd/p/DA6rcPQvzmy/Details: Celebrate Banjee Boombox on October 17 at The Sultan Room, Brooklyn. Banjee Boombox is a fiscally sponsored vibrant QTBIPOC festival collective dedicated to the celebration, amplification, and cultivation of safe spaces for the diverse voices of women, non-binary individuals, and LGBTQAI+ artists, DJs, and musicians.Join us for some good vibes and unforgettable memories.
October 4-6, 2024What: WikiConference North America IndianapolisWhen: October 4 to October 6, 2024Where: Indiana University, IndianapolisInfo:RSVP:https://wikiconference.org/wiki/2024/Main_PageDetails:From October 3-6, AfroCROWD will be at Indiana University Indianapolis for an electrifying event themed 'Crossroads.' Wikimedians from across North America will converge for a pivotal gathering filled with dynamic presentations, panels, workshops, and unparalleled opportunities for collaboration. We look forward to seeing you at the WikiConference North America 2024 in Indianapolis!
October 4-6, 2024What:Wiki Indaba 2024When: October 4-6, 2024Where: Johannesburg, South AfricaInfo:RSVP:https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/WikiIndaba_conference_2024Details: Wiki Indaba 2024 Conference will be in Johannesburg, South Africa, from October 4-6, 2024! Join us in this pivotal event that strengthens the Wikimedia movement across Africa, fostering collaboration, tackling regional challenges, and championing inclusivity within our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and contribute.
September 20-27, 2024What: United Nations Summit of the FutureWhen: September 20-27, 2024Where: United Nations Headquarters, New YorkInfo:RSVP:https://wikimediafoundation.org/advocacy/power-of-the-commons-unga-event/Details: AfroCROWD along with Wiki Cari and other will participate in the UN Summit of the Future 202 as part of the Wikimedia community delegation, on September 20-23 in New York City. Learn more on how digital public goods like Wikipedia can shape the digital world for the public interest at the Summit Of The Future Action Days on 21 September.
August 7-10, 2024What: Wikimania 2024 KatowiceWhen: August 7-10, 2024Where: International Congress Centre, Katowice, PolandInfo:RSVP:https://wikimania.wikimedia.org/wiki/2024:WikimaniaDetails: AfroCROWD is proud to be at Wikimania this year. We are excited and looking forward to the annual conference of Wikipedia enthusiasts all over the world. Join us on August 7-10 at Katowice, Poland with this year’s themes "Collaboration of the Open," emphasizing the significance of collaborative efforts among volunteers who contribute to Wikimedia projects like Wikipedia.
June 19, 2024What:Juneteenth Free Your Mind 2024, Flag-Raising CelebrationWhen:June 19, 2024Where:Shrine Music Venue, 2271 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd, NYCInfo:RSVP: www.thekwanzaafilmfestival.comDetails:Organized by AfroCrowd and set to be hosted by the Kwanzaa Film Festival, this will be a multifaceted event honoring the legacy of Deborah Oguamah. This celebration, in partnership with AfroCROWD and Youth Global Health and Social Justice, will aim to create a vibrant space for community engagement, cultural expression, and reflection on the significance of Juneteenth. Join us on June 19, 2024 at 3:00 PM ET for an unforgettable Juneteenth flag-raising celebration at The Shrine Music Venue, NYC.
June 17, 2024What:Women Digital WeekWhen:June 17, 2024Where:Cotonou, BeninInfo:RSVP:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsC_c8uSWzd018Fg-os1HRs1QSdtwGKzRnQv5cYdkUK1jAAA/closedformDetails:The Women Digital Week in Benin is happening from March 4 to March 8, 2024. This exciting initiative is designed to empower women with essential digital skills and knowledge to thrive in today’s digital world. Join us for engaging workshops, hands-on training sessions, and inspiring discussions, all aimed at boosting women’s participation in technology and digital platforms. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and grow in a vibrant, supportive community.
June 8, 2024What: Demystifying AI for Creatives: An AfroCROWD WIki and Media WorkshopWhen: June 8, 2024Where:ArtCrawl Harlem, House 403, Colonels Row, Governor’s Island, NYCInfo:RSVP:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqa2w32YD67rT2ekuHukSD6fXRccy2_EXWkktYNM2VX9V4XQ/viewformDetails: Get ready for an exciting event! Demystifying AI for Creatives: An AfroCROWD Wiki and Media Workshop will take place on June 8, 2024, at ArtCrawl Harlem, House 403, Colonels Row, Governor’s Island, NYC. This workshop will empower creatives within the African diaspora to understand and harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in their work. As part of AfroCROWD's mission to enhance digital literacy and representation in Wikimedia projects, this event promises to be both inspiring and informative. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the intersection of creativity and technology in a supportive and dynamic environment
May 30, 2024What:Africa Union Day at the United Nations Headquarters in New YorkWhen:May 30, 2024Where:United Nations Headquarters, New YorkInfo:RSVP:https://worldconferenceofmayors.org/event/celebrate-africa-day-at-the-united-nations-ny/Details:The Africa Union Day celebration at the United Nations Headquarters in New York will take place on May 31, 2024. This inspiring event will commemorate Africa Day, highlighting the theme, “Educate an African Fit for the 21st Century: Building Resilient Education Systems for Increased Access to Inclusive, Lifelong, Quality, and Relevant Learning in Africa.” Join us for a day of meaningful discussions and celebrations as we spotlight education's transformative role in shaping Africa’s future. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the dialogue and the celebration.
April 22-May 17, 2024: Free Course: In celebration of Earth Day, Wiki Education in collaboration with AfroCROWD/Wiki Cari invites experienced Wikipedia editors to participate in a free virtual course "Global Approaches to Climate Finance for Wikipedians".Sign up here.
March 23: Join us this Saturday, March 23, for one more opportunity to learn to edit #Wikipedia on notable Black Women this Womens Herstory Month! We are meeting online from 11:30 AM-1:00 PM ET (NYC time).Sign up here.
Celebrate Black Wiki History Month with AfroCROWD Join our #Wikipedia editing workshop, editathon, or events this February!Register
Connect with Wikimedia editors, learn new Wiki skills, and make Black Wiki history. All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!
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June 23: Wikipedia photo walk through, Old San Juan Puerto Rico and Bronx NY in partnership with Wiki Caribbean and Chocobar Cortes. June 23, 1:30-4:00 PM.Click here to register.
June 19: Juneteenth Celebration: This year, Juneteenth finally becomes a national holiday in the US. Join us Sunday, June 19 from 1:30-3:00 PM EST as we celebrate Juneteenth2022 with avirtual Wikipedia editing workshop.
June 7: We partner with Wikimedians of the Caribbean, Access Now and Jaaklac at RightsCon. Focus: closing the Wikimedia knowledge gap on Digital Human Rights in the Caribbean. Register by Jun 3 athttp://rightscon.org/program/ and join our social hour at #RightsCon w/friends Jun 7, 4 PM ET.
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May 27: We partner with Open Foundation West Africa in Ghana for the African Wiki Challenge with featured speaker AfroCROWD friend Dr. Phiwo Mnyandu, Howard University Center for African Studies lecturer. Focus: Projecting African Culture. More atAfrica Wiki Challenge 2022. You canregister for the May 27th launch here.
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Event: Thursday, April 28th, 9am-12pm ESTWhere: Swedish Residence and online! (Registration is required)
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Happy 20th birthday Wikipedia!
AfroCROWD was founded in 2015 by Alice Backer, Esq. and is run by Executive Director Sherry Antoine, MPA. We are celebrating over 6 years working to improve representation in the Wikimedia Movement. Thank you for your support. Check out these shots from AfroCROWD over the years:
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