Evento:Edit-A-Thon for Librarians and Historians
Calling all librarians and historians in Zamboanga City!
WikiClub Zamboanga will be hosting an edit-a-thon for librarians and historians based in Zamboanga City! Whether you are experienced in Wikipedia editing or do not know how to, now's your chance to play your part in contributing to open knowledge!
Venue
[hace edit | hace edit con el source]The Edit-a-thon will be held at the DICT Regional Office near the port area, Zone IV (Poblacion), Zamboanga City on February 27, 2026 (Friday) from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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Goals
[hace edit | hace edit con el source]The Edit-a-thon aims to equip local librarians and historians with the necessary knowledge to contribute to Wikipedia, as they can use their expertise in pushing forward the mission of open knowledge. It will also be a great opportunity to introduce to them the processes involved in creating Wikipedia articles.
Participants
[hace edit | hace edit con el source]Librarians and historians in Zamboanga City are welcome to join us, whether you are an experienced Wikipedia editor or just starting out. Participants do not need to be experienced in Wikipedia to join.
Participation details
[hace edit | hace edit con el source]- Computers are provided for participants at the venue, but it is highly encouraged to bring personal devices, preferably with a mouse and keyboard.
- Internet access will be provided at the venue.
- Creating a Wikimedia account in advance is recommended but not required.
Organizers and partners
[hace edit | hace edit con el source]This Edit-a-thon is hosted by WikiClub Zamboanga in collaboration with the Department of Information and Communications Technology Region IX and BASULTA and the Zamboanga City Library.
Documentation
[hace edit | hace edit con el source]Photos and videos will be uploaded to Wikimedia Commons under free licenses after the event.