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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.

<big>'''General Event Highlights'''</big>

March 26, 2025

Event: Vintage Dreams Africa Road to Kenya Training the Trainers Workshop (Online).

When: March 26, 2025

Where: Online via Zoom. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQNZ-3-_ZdbmDEWdpV8b9CXotNwvSyWl-VmNsp_B6g4r9j_Q/viewform 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, 2025

Event: International Women's Day Editatathon, Accra <>Indiana<>AfroCROWD link up! on Women's Health.

When: March 8, 2025

Where: Location: Work from Home (Work Space), 4 Grace Street, Dome Pillar Two, Accra, Ghana. To connect online, [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezqQpPehaZyaDtn9UxfKq0xARtUxrXFgGYJCoOCT5SSBhLmQ/viewform register with us here]

Detail: 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!

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February 26, 2025

Event: Harlem Renaissance and Lindy Hop Wikipedia Editathon

Location: LT. Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Community Center, 34 W 134th St, New York, NY 10037

Detail: 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, 2025

Event: KFF: Everything Martin

When: January 20, 2025

Where: 250 West 54th St., Room 2301, New York, NY

Details: 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.

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December 26-27, 2024

Event: Kwanzaa Film Festival (KFF)

When: December 26-27, 2024

Where: Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Harlem, NYC

Info: RSVP: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/736fa127-92f1-48c9-9f2f-27022e3dbec3

Details: 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.

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December 8, 2024

What: Haitian Kreyol Wikipedia Editing Meetup

When: December 8, 2024

Where: Drip Beverage Lounge, Brooklyn NY

Info: RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP22aqanqdxE9i0CDtqrjH8fjvrUXqciOON3sSclinFHdIhA/viewform

Details: 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.

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November 26

What: 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.

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October 17, 2024

What: Banjee Boombox

When: October 17, 2024

Where: The Sultan Room, New York

Info: 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.

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October 4-6, 2024

What: WikiConference North America Indianapolis

When: October 4 to October 6, 2024

Where: Indiana University, Indianapolis

Info: RSVP: https://wikiconference.org/wiki/2024/Main_Page

Details: 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!

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October 4-6, 2024

What: Wiki Indaba 2024

When: October 4-6, 2024

Where: Johannesburg, South Africa

Info: RSVP: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/WikiIndaba_conference_2024

Details: 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.

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September 20-27, 2024

What: United Nations Summit of the Future

When: September 20-27, 2024

Where: United Nations Headquarters, New York

Info: 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.

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August 7-10, 2024

What: Wikimania 2024 Katowice

When: August 7-10, 2024

Where: International Congress Centre, Katowice, Poland

Info: RSVP: https://wikimania.wikimedia.org/wiki/2024:Wikimania

Details: 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.

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June 19, 2024

What: Juneteenth Free Your Mind 2024, Flag-Raising Celebration

When: June 19, 2024

Where: Shrine Music Venue, 2271 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd, NYC

Info: RSVP: www.thekwanzaafilmfestival.com

Details: 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.

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June 17, 2024

What: Women Digital Week

When: June 17, 2024

Where: Cotonou, Benin

Info: RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsC_c8uSWzd018Fg-os1HRs1QSdtwGKzRnQv5cYdkUK1jAAA/closedform

Details: 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.

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June 8, 2024

What: Demystifying AI for Creatives: An AfroCROWD WIki and Media Workshop

When: June 8, 2024

Where: ArtCrawl Harlem, House 403, Colonels Row, Governor’s Island, NYC

Info: RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqa2w32YD67rT2ekuHukSD6fXRccy2_EXWkktYNM2VX9V4XQ/viewform

Details: 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

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May 30, 2024

What: Africa Union Day at the United Nations Headquarters in New York

When: May 30, 2024

Where: United Nations Headquarters, New York

Info: 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.

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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".

[https://wikiedu.org/courses/global-approaches-to-climate-finance-for-wikipedians/ Sign up here.]

  • Dates: April 22, 2024-May 17, 2024
  • Meeting times: Mondays and Thursdays @ 10 am Eastern/14:00 UTC

March 1 -April 30: 1ᵉʳ mars au 30 avril 2024 AfroCROWD s'associe aux Wikimedians du Congo pour Wiki Loves Africa 2024! Thème : AFRICA CREATE (Creations Africaines)! [https://twitter.com/WikimediaCG/status/1756856688156582361 Info] File:Wiki-Loves-Africa-logo.png!-->

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). [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeW5efRzzXRvN-03DkGV_cKa3vqItwsKPfuD6uP8HwOJGiAXQ/viewform Sign up here.]

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Celebrate Black Wiki History Month with AfroCROWD Join our #Wikipedia editing workshop, editathon, or events this February! [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd4njmGrXjcjLRw4xNYpTQbc6H0yk79GMHQEbiqW_m2zLQVfw/viewform Register]

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  • In person: Sat. February 03, Columbia University at The Forum''', 601 W 125th St, Harlem, NYC, Wikipedia editing sessions at 1 PM - 4 PM ET (NYC time). General symposium 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM ET.

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  • Online: Sun. February 25, 1:30–3:30 PM ET, [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd4njmGrXjcjLRw4xNYpTQbc6H0yk79GMHQEbiqW_m2zLQVfw/viewform Register] for complete details.

Connect with Wikimedia editors, learn new Wiki skills, and make Black Wiki history. All are welcome! We look forward to seeing you!

:: November 9-12: AfroCROWD at [https://wikiconference.org/wiki/2023/Main_Page|WikiConference North America, Toronto!] The first in-person WikiConference NA since 2019!

:: August 15-20: AfroCROWD at Wikimania 2023 and the Wiki Women's Summit 2023 in Singapore!

::August 5: Happy Birthday Hip Hop! August 2023! Join us August 5, 1-6 PM as we celebrate in the AfroCROWD Room at the Banjee Boombox Festival on Governor's Island NYC, [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/banjee-boombox-a-hip-hop-50th-celebration-tickets-641440374427 more at Eventbrite].

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June:

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. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1ekecg-HzJKocO6D0HtYTIMKwF_g27wE755VRGTNUfzbOTA/viewform 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 a [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSci8L05RWnrkVqhbXJcDGlCxSpagjOQYI0V0VR5DUI_Wx1WKw/viewform virtual 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 at http://rightscon.org/program/ and join our social hour at #RightsCon w/friends

Jun 7, 4 PM ET.

May:

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 at Africa Wiki Challenge 2022. You can [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1U9Tf8xzpqcKC4QZNd-T6c0ZpZbxS4jw6wc-AkyYdQ3M/viewform?edit_requested=true register for the May 27th launch here.]

April:

  • April 28: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wikigap-2022-women-health-environment-wikipedia-edit-a-thon-registration-311737714897 WikiGap 2022 - Women, Health & Environment Wikipedia Edit-a-thon]

Event: Thursday, April 28th, 9am-12pm EST

Where: Swedish Residence and online! (Registration is required)

  • April 2: Join as AfroCROWD to celebrate Black Herstory as we cohostSpelman English Edits Wikipedia with the acclaimed HBCU Spelman college's Department of English from 1-7 p.m./EDT. This event is part of the Spelman English Department's Annual Lit Week, which concludes with Social Justice Saturday. New and experienced editors are welcome to come anytime to improve representations of Black Herstory in the Literary Arts, Media, Activism (among several other topics) on Wikipedia. The event features a training session, workshops on knowledge building, and a live drawing for a gift card giveaway. Editors @JaneNova and @PeteForsyth will also facilitate and support. Sign up on our meetup Page.

March:

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February:

  • February 26th, 11 AM EST/ 1600 UTC: Join us for our HBCU focused Wikipedia editing workshop with Howard University and the men of SMOOTH Inc. Sat. February 26th, 11 AM EST/ 1600 UTC. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWCJQtxXMoZN018S7vBpliblPFzKUAwrku2tFzWDtyUwvAQQ/viewform Sign up here]!
  • Feb. 25, 2-5 PM PST/ 5-8 PM EST: join us Oregon State University for the Writing the Black history of the Pacific North West into Wikipedia virtual Editathon! Connect with others, ace Wikimedia, gain new skills and amplify Black PNW history. [https://oregonstate.libcal.com/event/8785156?k=adb2c7918c885a238e9382afa2a49e7c Register here.]
  • February 9, 2022: Launch of Wiki Unseen, a collaboration with the Wikimedia Foundation, AfroCROWD and Behance, aimed at expanding the visual representation of Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) in Wikimedia projects and advancing knowledge equity. AfroCROWD is a proud lead partner of the WikiUnseen project. Learn more here!
  • February 5, 12-2PM: AfroCROWD partners with the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Wiki partners Black Lunch Table and Wikimedia NYC for the launch of the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/NYC/MetAfrofuturist?section=0 Met Afrofuturist, a month-long Wikipedia editing campaign on themes of the Met #Afrofuturism exhibit "Before Yesterday We Could Fly.]".

January:

  • January 22, 10:30-11:30 AM: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScEFDhhybW0dd5PGIog_SNK9i8D1Ofztu7DNtTxGOVsweoZ0Q/viewform Free editing clinic, this Saturday, January 22, 10:30-11:30 AM Focus: civil and human rights.] This office hour style event in partnership with Wikimedians of the Caribbean is an opportunity to answer your Wiki editing questions or simply an opportunity to connect and edit with others.
  • January 15, 2022: Happy 21st birthday Wikipedia!

2021-2022

December:

  • December 10, 2021: [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/AfroCROWD/IndabaDiaspora/HBCU AfroCROWD HBCU Africa Wikipedia Exchange Indaba Diaspora Skillshare, Focus: Africa.] Partnership with Howard University Center for African Studies and Smooth Inc. This is our first online exchange between HBCU students and African Wikipedians. This is meant to establish transcontinental collaboration.

[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMmvKtJxcXDPQ1JUWMTB7Xqz21_8_4zJChuuiknoD0qc6CVg/viewform Signup directly here] or on the Wikipedia page above.

November:

October:

WikiConference North America 2021:

  • October 8, 2021, 2:25 PM EDT: News On Wiki, Phase 2 complete; Future steps with ASU journalism school
  • October 9, 2021, 4:10 PM EDT: Caribbean Digital Human Rights Community Workspace & Edit-A-Thon

September:

  • September 26, 2021, AfroCROWD Co-hosts Wiki Cari Fesitval 2021 with Wikimedians of the Caribbean User Group on Wikipedia Weekly with special guests in the Haitian community including Haitian-American actor, writer, director, and producer Bechir Sylvain. This year's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkw4Iwv2Nv0 Wiki Cari Festival (2021)] was the most watched event on Wikipedia Weekly when it posted and as of April 2022, is the third most viewed! [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkw4Iwv2Nv0 Check it out here].

August:

July:

  • July 13-17: AfroCROWD invites you to the [https://web.cvent.com/event/321eac77-7e4d-4bd1-88b2-5c571a9a0aff/summary NAMLE 2021 conference] where our director, Sherry Antoine joins a panel Sun 9:30 PT/12:30 ET focused on partner News On Wiki NOW's campaign to improve Wikimedia coverage of Black Owned, local & Caribbean newspapers.

June:

May:

April:

  • April 22nd is Earth Day! Let's Celebrate the earth and our environment!
  • April 17-May 3, Main event April 28: AfroCROWD is joining Wikimedians of the Caribbean and more [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/WikiCaribbean/_EarthWeek2021 for Wiki Earthweek 2021], April 28, 1-3 PM.
  • April 28: AfroCROWD is joining Wikimedians of the Caribbean and more for Wiki Earthweek 2021, April 28, 1-3 PM.

March:

  • March 19: Join us for the [https://guides.library.oregonstate.edu/womenscientists2021 Women Scientists Wikipedia editathon] sponsored by Oregon State University Libraries & Press, Stanford Libraries, and AfroCROWD. [https://guides.library.oregonstate.edu/womenscientists2021 Click here to register].
  • March 8: Join members of the Wiki community and others as we celebrate International Women's Day 2021 with the [https://thefemalequotient.equalitylounge.com/equalityloungeincelebrationofi Female Quotient Equality Lab Panel]! 11:00 AM EST

February:

[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfEyC5sOPYGmmXlzwwt-kPo8J0dhcmkv8X-S3yQohCwebZJ3w/viewform Click here to register directly]

  • February 26: [https://guides.library.oregonstate.edu/c.php?g=1114934|Writing Writing Black History of the Pacific Northwest into Wikipedia Editathon 2021 with Oregon State University] This is the Wikipedia Meetup Page for ongoing editingnfor this year's event. Guest Speaker: Spelman College's [https://www.alexandrialockett.com/ Alexandria Lockett] 1:00-5:00 PM PST / 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST

[https://guides.library.oregonstate.edu/c.php?g=1114934|Writing Click here to register directly]

[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdV-sDu1VKRcySUE1kZc6Tz6_ki8B1gOgL5J2gGqV6WsLT43Q/viewform?usp=sf_link Click here to register directly]

January:


Happy 20th birthday Wikipedia!

2020-2021

  • December 12: Black-Owned Newspapers Wikipedia Edit-a-thon during WikiConference North America, Partners: News on Wiki NOW, Phili Your Black News, Wikimedia Philadelphia
  • NYU Los Angeles Virtual Week of Wiki with Young Entertainment Activists November 3-5, 2020
  • Movement Strategy Forum: The Future of Wikipedia October 28, 2020
  • NYU Los Angeles opening Wikipedia Webinar October 14, 2020
  • AfroCROWD ED on keynote panel at the Computers in Libraries Conference September 24, 2020
  • Wiki Caribbean Festival September 19, 2020
  • Wiki BIPOC Wikipedia Edit-a-thon August 1, 2020 1:30 PM ET/ 10:30 AM PST - 5 PM ET/ 2:30 PM PST
  • [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:AfroCROWD/Meetup/Afro_Dominican_History_on_WIkipedia Wikipedia Training to Uplift Afro-Dominican History.] 5pm-8pm EDT, July 21, 2020 on Zoom.

2019-2020

2018-2019

2017-2018

  • AfroCROWD @ Allied Media Conference, Detroit Michigan. Sunday, June 18th, 2017
  • Art+Feminism @ MoMA. Saturday, March 11, 2017 – "[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/editing-wikipedia-articles-on-women-artists-of-the-african-diaspora-artfeminism-break-out-session-tickets-32466928457 Editing Wikipedia Articles on Women Artists of the African Diaspora Seminar]," 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm, MoMA Classroom C, Mezzanine Level
  • [https://outreachdashboard.wmflabs.org/courses/Kickstarter/Kickstarter_AF_Edit-a-thon?enroll=blt Black Lunch Table co-hosts Art+Feminism @ Kickstarter HQ]. Sunday, March 12, 2017
  • [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-feminism-wikipedia-edit-a-thon-tickets-31735573956 Art + Feminism @ School of Visual Arts Library]. Saturday, March 18, 2017

<big> '''Feature: AfroCROWD in the News''' </big>

<big> '''Gallery'''</big>

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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:

File:AfroCROWD BLERD CIty Edit-a-thon, 2017.png|AfroCROWDers at BLERD Black Comic book Writers Wikipedia Editathon

File:AfroCROWD Kickoff BPL 12.jpg|AfroCROWD is women-led, with more than 51% of AfroCROWDers being women.

File:AfroCROWD Program and Outreach Director, Sherry Antoine, Speaks at the United Nations in 2019.png|AfroCROWD Director, Sherry Antoine, Speaks at the United Nations

File:AfroCROWD and WikiCaribbean Wikipedians with MIT African Students at Idagba 2019.png|AfroCROWDers at MIT African Students Association Event

File:AfroCROWD Schomburg Black History Month Event 2018.png|AfroCROWDers at the Schomburg Center for Research In Black Culture annual editathon 2018

File:AfroCROWD Kickoff Attendees.jpg|AfroCROWD Kickoff, Brooklyn Library, Black Wiki History Month, 2015

<div style="text-align: center;"><big>'''AfroCROWD Videos and Tutorials''' </big></div>

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4quCf3ygYac Click here to check out more Wikipedia editing tutorials in English and Spanish]

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Snapshot video!

What is an Edit-a-thon? Shot at the Schomburg Center, Harlem, New York City, February 6, 2016
@ New York Public Library's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture!


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