By implementing the WikiWomen project, we aimed to address the systemic underrepresentation of women on Wikipedia, particularly in minority languages. This was a critical step toward closing the gender gap in online content and fostering diversity in knowledge sharing. Our objectives included fostering digital literacy, research, and language skills among students, enabling them to engage critically with digital platforms and contribute meaningful, high-quality content. Additionally, we sought to preserve and promote minority languages by encouraging content creation in these languages, ensuring their relevance and presence in the digital age. The project also aimed to empower teachers and glam professionals with innovative tools and methodologies to use Wikipedia as an educational and outreach platform. By building a collaborative network of students, educators, and glam institutions, we sought to sustain long-term impact, creating a framework that inspires inclusive storytelling, strengthens multilingualism, and promotes gender equity across digital spaces.
We applied for the WikiWomen project to address the underrepresentation of women on Wikipedia and promote minority language preservation through digital literacy. Wikipedia lacks adequate representation of women, especially in minority language communities, which impacts societal perceptions and cultural preservation. Through WikiWomen, we aimed to empower students, teachers, and GLAM (galleries, libraries, archives, and museums) professionals to use Wikipedia as a tool for learning, research, and advocacy. The project focused on equipping participants with skills to create content in minority languages, addressing the digital and gender gaps. Key needs included: 1. Closing the gender gap by increasing the visibility of women on Wikipedia. 2. Promoting the use and relevance of minority languages in the digital age. 3. Enhancing digital literacy, research, and language skills among students and teachers. 4. Providing GLAM professionals with tools to collaborate with educational institutions. By combining these goals, WikiWomen addressed societal inequalities, fostered cultural preservation, and built capacity for digital engagement across Europe.