WikiIndaba 2024/Proposal/Wiki Loves Names

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Author(s): Achukwu Onyinye Jane	Username(s): Achukwu Onyinye Jane	Session type: Lecture
Author(s): Achukwu Onyinye Jane	Affiliation: Igbo User Group/Nigeria User Group /Wiki For Minorities/Edu Wiki Nigeria	Session track(s): Equity, all inclusion, community initiatives, culture and research
Abstract: Wiki Loves Names aims to establish a comprehensive database documenting names from diverse ethnic groups and language communities across the region. This initiative recognizes the cultural, historical, and social significance of West African names, which are often underrepresented in existing resources. The project's objectives include compiling a detailed repository of names with meanings, origins, and cultural contexts, utilizing platforms like Wiktionary for documentation. Through partnerships with language communities and Wikimedia User Groups, the initiative seeks to ensure accuracy, diversity, and sustainability in name documentation. Community engagement activities will involve local historians, linguists, and cultural experts to gather and authenticate name data, fostering increased awareness and appreciation of West African naming traditions. Ultimately, the initiative aims to strengthen cultural connections and preserve the rich heritage of West African communities through shared knowledge of names and naming traditions.		Audience : Medium/Advanced
		Mode: Virtual/In-person
		Special requirements: HDMI

How will this session be beneficial for the communities in the region? Inspiration: Inspires others to develop similar projects focused on cultural heritage. Community Engagement: Highlights collaboration with African language communities and Wikimedia User Groups. Capacity Building: Shares methods for research, documentation, and database development. Cultural Preservation: Promotes awareness of West African naming traditions and cultural diversity. Networking: Facilitates connections with potential partners and stakeholders. Global Impact: Increases visibility and support within the Wikimedia movement.

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