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?? Happy 21st birthday, Wikisource! Wikisource began in November 2003 as a collection of supporting texts for articles in Wikipedia. Since then, it has evolved into a proper Wikimedia project: a rich, free online library of source texts and translations. What started as a historical archive is now a multilingual library hosting texts of all kinds, expanding access to knowledge, literature, and culture for everyone around the world. Wikisource contributors will get together in person to celebrate the project and explore its future. ?? The Wikisource Conference 2025 is currently planned to take place in Indonesia from 14 to 16 February. Stay tuned for more news! Discover Wikisource ?? https://w.wiki/89YY

?? Ready to get involved in the Wikipedia community? Want to help a friend get started? Take a look at this online course for beginners that explains how to begin with the free encyclopedia. Created by dedicated volunteers, this course is a gateway to learning the rules of English Wikipedia – from editing basics to contributing valuable knowledge. If you are passionate about history, science, or culture, this course is designed to get you started and help you become a part of the thriving Wikimedia movement. Start your journey today and contribute to the world’s largest free knowledge platform! ?? Learn more about the course and download the video tutorials ?? https://w.wiki/BVax

How do you bring people together to share knowledge across borders through thoughtful and inspiring event design? At the Wikimedia CEE Meeting 2024 in Istanbul, over 200 participants from Central and Eastern Europe gathered to celebrate community, culture, and collaboration. This year’s meeting was more than just an event – it was a thoughtfully crafted experience, with each design element contributing to an atmosphere of connection and inspiration. At the center of this immersive experience was the work of Caner ?zyay?k?? – a Turkish Wikimedian, also known as User:Kurmanbek, a graphic designer, photographer, and the 2024 Media Contributor of the Year. His event design, inspired by Istanbul’s architectural beauty and the Bosporus, transformed the meeting’s visuals, from the logo to communication materials, into a vibrant celebration of CEE heritage and unity. This unique event design was more than just an aesthetic choice; it created a welcoming space for participants to connect, explore content diversity, and discuss ways to strengthen Wikimedia’s impact in the region. Through its visual storytelling, the event reinforced a powerful message: together, we can build a more inclusive and equitable future. Explore the story behind the event’s design and relive the highlights ?? https://w.wiki/Bjuu

Some quick facts about Wikimedia contributor Yuriko Kadokura: ?? 70-years-old librarian from Japan ?? Member of the WikiOrchestra ?? Member of the Wikimedians of Japan User Group ?? Enthusiastic about meeting other Wikimedians at events Follow the inspiring path of User:Wadakuramon, who discovered new avenues for knowledge-sharing - from local Wikipedia edit-a-thons in Okinawa to art events and the world of Wikidata. This journey shows how curiosity and community can lead to lifelong learning and unexpected contributions to the Wikimedia movement. Read about her journey in her own words ?? https://w.wiki/BVav

?? 500+ photos to preserve history! The Wiki Takes Archaeology event in the Spanish provinces of Burgos and Segovia brought together archaeologists, historians, photographers, and local volunteers to document rural and archaeological heritage. Participants captured images of sites in Guzmán and Bernardos, all now freely available to everyone on Wikimedia Commons. The initiative was a collaboration between Wikimedia Espa?a and OpenStreetMap to map these sites for future reference. Participants reflected on how the event not only enhanced heritage documentation, but also fostered collaboration between local communities and free knowledge platforms. Read more details about Wiki Takes Archaeology and participant reflections ?? https://w.wiki/BVau

A gravestone is not just a marker of the past; it is a treasure trove of forgotten history. In Indonesia, Wikimedian Jerome Mikhael works with these stones like they are archives, tapping into them to verify historical figures’ dates of birth and death, honorific titles, and other personal information. Jerome got started in 2022, when he stumbled upon an archived database of national heroes’ graves on a defunct government website. This resource helped him fill in missing details on several Wikipedia biographies. Inspired by this, he launched the WikiPatriot project in 2023 to document the graves at Kalibata Heroes Cemetery. With support from Wikimedia Indonesia, his team collected key data from hundreds of gravestones, enriching Wikipedia with detailed historical records. In just two days, the team documented around 200 gravestones. Guided by cemetery staff, they meticulously photographed and recorded information from each grave, including unlisted ones deemed notable for Wikipedia articles. The team took over 1,200 photos, preserving valuable historical data for future editing on Wikipedia. Want to keep exploring gravestone documentation and how it helps uncover hidden history??See the full story behind Jerome’s projects ?? https://w.wiki/BVas

Albanian Wikipedia reached 100,000 articles! ?? Keep reading to learn more about this triumph of dedication and collaboration. ?? Imagine a world where the rich landscape of Albanian culture, history, and knowledge is continuously growing and becoming more accessible to people everywhere. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of the Albanian Wikipedia community, this vision is closer every day – but there’s always more to discover and share. This achievement makes the Albanian version of Wikipedia the 73rd in the world to reach the 100,000th article mark. For the Albanian Wikipedia, this article was about the acclaimed film “In the Mood for Love”, reflecting the community's ongoing commitment to diverse topics and interests. Recent efforts to edit articles in the Albanian Wikipedia have expanded coverage of important but underrepresented areas, including women’s history, regional heritage, and LGBTQIA+ issues. These efforts have enriched the project and reflect the diversity of Albanian interests and voices. In recognition of this milestone, the Albanian Wikipedia community is planning to continue the celebrations with events that will bring editors together in person. From the Castle of Skanderbeg in Kruja to local edit-a-thons, these meetups are about more than looking back – they are about envisioning what’s next for Albanian knowledge-sharing. Learn more about the next chapter of growth for Albanian Wikipedia ?? https://w.wiki/Bkri

What is the value of attending an in-person conference? In October, User:Nataeva participated in WikiConference North America, held in Indianapolis, US. It was their tenth international Wikimedia conference in a 15-year journey within the free knowledge movement. From their first Wikimania in 2012, where a chance conversation led to an impactful tool for Uzbek Wikipedia, to the latest gathering of North American Wikimedians (pictured), where new solutions emerged to tackle content challenges – each conference has offered Nataeva knowledge, collaboration, and creative breakthroughs that fuel Wikimedia projects worldwide. Read Nataeva's full reflection ?? https://w.wiki/BmsZ

??? The GLAM Digital event series has now featured 100 speakers! What began as a temporary solution to continue meeting during lockdown has become a valuable ongoing series of events. GLAM Digital provides a platform for museums, libraries, galleries, and archives to connect with the Wikimedia community, sharing insights on topics like digitization, cultural preservation, and archives. Since 2021, this groundbreaking series from Wikimedia Deutschland e. V. and Wikimedia ?sterreich has brought together over 1,000 online participants and featured speakers from more than 60 cultural institutions worldwide. The series covers a wide range of topics, from exploring art-historical details of museum exhibits to understanding the socio-political history of minority groups. All Wikipedia editors are invited to join, with 10 new virtual events already planned for next year. Learn more about the success of this initiative ?? https://w.wiki/BVar