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Dagbani Wikimedians User Group: Feminism and Folklore 2026

Diff·Sir Amugi·about 2 months ago
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Many African communities pass down stories through generations, shaping identity, values, and culture. However, many online platforms still underrepresent these stories, particularly those about women. The Feminism and Folklore 2026 campaign set out to change that. The Dagbani Wikimedians User Group (DWUG) also participated in this campaign; the campaign ran from 1st February to 31st March 2026. It brought together volunteers from different Ghanaian language communities with a shared goal: to document culture while giving more visibility to women and gender-related topics. Over the two months, volunteers showed strong commitment. More than 300 articles were written and improved, while over 1,500 images were uploaded to Wikimedia Commons. These contributions captured cultural practices, traditions, and stories from local communities, helping to preserve knowledge that might otherwise be lost. This year’s focus went beyond general folklore.…

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