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= WikiLatinos =


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'''WikiLatinos''' is a proposed [[Wikimedia user groups|Wikimedia user group]] that aims to increase awareness, participation, and representation of [[w:Hispanic and Latino Americans|Latino and Hispanic culture, heritage, communities, and individuals across Wikimedia projects]]. This group is intended to bring together contributors defined themselves as Latinos or Hispanic ([[w:Wikipedia:WikiProject_Latino_and_Hispanic_heritage#Defining_"Hispanic"_and_"Latino"_Americans|see shared definition]]) and also individuals from Latin America, the Latino diaspora, and allies interested in improving and expanding content related to Latino experiences.
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'''WikiLatinos''' is a proposed [[<tvar name="1">Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia user groups</tvar>|Wikimedia user group]] that aims to increase awareness, participation, and representation of [[w:Hispanic and Latino Americans|Latino and Hispanic culture, heritage, communities, and individuals across Wikimedia projects]]. This group is intended to bring together contributors defined themselves as Latinos or Hispanic ([[<tvar name="2">w:Wikipedia:WikiProject Latino and Hispanic heritage#Defining "Hispanic" and "Latino" Americans</tvar>|see shared definition]]) and also individuals from Latin America, the Latino diaspora, and allies interested in improving and expanding content related to Latino experiences.


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Latino representation, especially within the English and Spanish Wikipedia remains limited. Much of Latino history, culture, and notable figures are either underrepresented or absent entirely. There is a need for a coordinated effort to fill these gaps, support contributors, and promote culturally relevant and accurate content across languages.
Latino representation, especially within the English and Spanish Wikipedia remains limited. Much of Latino history, culture, and notable figures are either underrepresented or absent entirely. There is a need for a coordinated effort to fill these gaps, support contributors, and promote culturally relevant and accurate content across languages.


== Background ==
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This user group builds upon earlier efforts such as the [[:en:Wikipedia:WikiProject Latinos|WikiProject Latinos]] and [[:es:Wikiproyecto:Cultura y Herencia Latina|Wikiproyecto:Cultura y Herencia Latina]] on the Spanish Wikipedia, which sought to improve coverage of Latino-related topics. While that project made important strides, a broader, multilingual and community-driven initiative is necessary to meet the scale of the challenge and opportunity.
This user group builds upon earlier efforts such as the [[<tvar name="1">:en:Wikipedia:WikiProject Latinos</tvar>|WikiProject Latinos]] and [[<tvar name="2">:es:Wikiproyecto:Cultura y Herencia Latina</tvar>|Wikiproyecto:Cultura y Herencia Latina]] on the Spanish Wikipedia, which sought to improve coverage of Latino-related topics. While that project made important strides, a broader, multilingual and community-driven initiative is necessary to meet the scale of the challenge and opportunity.


== Goals ==
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* Expand and improve Wikimedia content about Latino and Hispanic cultures, people, history, and issues across all languages.
* <translate><!--T:6--> Expand and improve Wikimedia content about Latino and Hispanic cultures, people, history, and issues across all languages.</translate>
* Support and connect contributors from Latino communities and the diaspora.
* <translate><!--T:7--> Support and connect contributors from Latino communities and the diaspora.</translate>
* Organize edit-a-thons, workshops, and community-building events.
* <translate><!--T:8--> Organize edit-a-thons, workshops, and community-building events.</translate>
* Collaborate with educational and cultural institutions.
* <translate><!--T:9--> Collaborate with educational and cultural institutions.</translate>
* Advocate for inclusive content practices that reflect the diversity within Latino identities.
* <translate><!--T:10--> Advocate for inclusive content practices that reflect the diversity within Latino identities.</translate>


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== Activities ==
== Activities & Programs == <!--T:11-->


=== Programs === <!--T:12-->
Proposed and future activities may include:
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* Thematic editing campaigns (e.g., Latino Heritage Month)
* Bilingual or multilingual courses
* Partnerships with GLAM institutions
* Training and mentorship for new editors
* Research and documentation on content gaps


* [[WikiLatinos/Learn|'''<translate><!--T:13--> WikiLatinos Learning Platform</translate>''']]
=== Past Activities ===


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==Get Involved==
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=== Past Activities === <!--T:14-->


=== 2026 === <!--T:15-->
Are you interested in contributing or supporting this effort? Add your name below and join the effort!
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* <translate><!--T:16--> Jun–Jul: [[<tvar name="1">w:en:Wiki Loves Fútbol</tvar>|Wiki Loves Fútbol]]</translate>
* <translate><!--T:17--> July: [[<tvar name="1">:en:Wikipedia:Meetup/NYC/Free Culture Friday July 2026</tvar>|Free Culture Friday / Wiki Loves Fútbol Watch Party]]</translate>
* <translate><!--T:18--> June: [[<tvar name="1">w:en:Event:Wikicurious: Black Broward on Wikipedia</tvar>|Wikicurious: Black Broward on Wikipedia]]</translate>
* <translate><!--T:19--> March: [[<tvar name="1">w:en:Wikipedia:LATINOS/weekly</tvar>|Las Que Construyen: WHM x Equal Pay Day edit sprint (Mar 23–27)]]</translate>
* <translate><!--T:20--> Jan–Feb: [[<tvar name="1">w:en:Event:Wikipedia Day 2026 - BunnyBowl</tvar>|Wikipedia Day 2026 – BunnyBowl]]</translate>


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===Interested participants ===
=== 2025 === <!--T:21-->
* [[User:Oscar_.|Oscar_.]] <small>([[User talk:Oscar .|talk]])</small>
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* [[User:JamieF|JamieF]] <small>([[User talk:JamieF|talk]])</small>
* [[User:ArcaneGrimoire3000|ArcaneGrimoire3000]] <small>([[User talk:ArcaneGrimoire3000|talk]])</small>
* [[User:Digitalcaradura90|Digitalcaradura90]] <small>([[User talk:Digitalcaradura90|talk]])</small>
* [[User:magiciandude|magiciandude]] <small>([[User talk:magiciandude|talk]])</small>


* <translate><!--T:22--> August 30: [[<tvar name="1">Event:Wikicurious - Editing to the Beat Miami</tvar>|Wikicurious – Editing to the Beat Miami]]</translate>
==See Also==
* <translate><!--T:23--> May–June: [[<tvar name="1">Event:The Knowledge Keepers: Repro Wiki Cohort</tvar>|The Knowledge Keepers: Repro Wiki Cohort]]</translate>
* <translate><!--T:24--> April 23: [[<tvar name="1">Event:World Book Day - Supporting Latino Authors</tvar>|World Book Day – Supporting Latino Authors]]</translate>
* <translate><!--T:25--> March 4–April 22: [[<tvar name="1">w:WP:EQUIS/WikiEdu</tvar>|Anthology of Latino Poetry Wiki Scholars]]</translate>


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* [[:en:Wikipedia:WikiProject Latinos|WikiProject Latinos]]
=== 2024 === <!--T:26-->
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* [[:es:Wikiproyecto:Cultura y Herencia Latina|Wikiproyecto:Cultura y Herencia Latina]]
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* <translate><!--T:27--> Dec 14: [[<tvar name="1">Event:Repro Edit-a-Thon in Las Vegas</tvar>|Repro Edit-a-Thon in Las Vegas]]</translate>
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* <translate><!--T:28--> Nov 16: [[<tvar name="1">Event:Repro Edit-a-Thon in Phoenix</tvar>|Repro Edit-a-Thon in Phoenix]]</translate>
* <translate><!--T:29--> Oct 12: [[<tvar name="1">Event:Repro Edit-a-Thon in Florida</tvar>|Repro Edit-a-Thon in Florida]] (remote)</translate>
* <translate><!--T:30--> Oct 5: [[<tvar name="1">wcna:Indiana's Crossroads: Celebrating BIPOC Pioneers of the Americas</tvar>|Indiana's Crossroads: Celebrating BIPOC Pioneers of the Americas]] during [[<tvar name="2">Wikiconference North America</tvar>|Wikiconference North America 2024]] ([<tvar name="3">https://diff.wikimedia.org/2024/12/05/hoosiers-by-blood-highlighting-latino-heritage-at-wikiconference-north-america-2024-in-indianapolis/</tvar> Diff post])</translate>
* <translate><!--T:31--> Sept 21: [[<tvar name="1">Event:Wikicurious_-_Editing_to_the_Beat_%E2%99%AB</tvar>|Wikicurious - Editing to the Beat ♫]] with [[<tvar name="2">Wikipedia:Meetup/NYC</tvar>|WMNYC]] ([<tvar name="3">https://diff.wikimedia.org/2024/10/21/celebrating-the-success-of-wikicurious-editing-to-the-beat-edit-a-thon/</tvar> Diff post])</translate>
* <translate><!--T:32--> May 4: [<tvar name="1">https://outreachdashboard.wmflabs.org/courses/Equis/Repro_in_Texas_Edit-a-Thon</tvar> Repro in Texas Edit-a-Thon] ([<tvar name="2">https://diff.wikimedia.org/2024/08/09/celebrating-the-rio-grande-valley-repro-edit-a-thon-bridging-gaps-and-building-community-on-wikipedia/</tvar> Diff post])</translate>


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''This page is part of the proposal process for official recognition as a Wikimedia user group. Feedback, suggestions, and collaboration are welcome!''
== Research == <!--T:33-->
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[[File:Display of clothing items left by migrants crossing the US-Mexico border.jpg|thumb|150px|center|<translate><!--T:34--> ''“Our History is Yet to Be Told”'': The US Latino Heritage Gap on Wikipedia (2025)</translate>|link=https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Our_History_is_Yet_to_Be_Told_-_The_US_Latino_Heritage_Gap_on_Wikipedia.pdf]]
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== Get involved == <!--T:35-->
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{{:WikiLatinos/Get involved}}

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=== Discord === <!--T:36-->
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* '''[https://discord.gg/RmwBWvwCyH <translate><!--T:37--> WikiLatinos Discord Channel</translate>]'''

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== See also == <!--T:38-->
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* <translate><!--T:39--> [[<tvar name="1">:en:Wikipedia:WikiProject Latinos</tvar>|WikiProject Latinos]] in the English Wikipedia</translate>
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* <translate><!--T:40--> [[<tvar name="1">:es:Wikiproyecto:Cultura y Herencia Latina</tvar>|Wikiproyecto:Cultura y Herencia Latina]] in the Spanish Wikipedia</translate>

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== Resources == <!--T:41-->
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* [[WikiLatinos/Code of Conduct|<translate><!--T:42--> WikiLatinos Community Guidelines & Safe Space Policy</translate>]]
* [[WikiLatinos/Letter of intent|<translate><!--T:43--> Letter of intent for the future Wikimedia User Group</translate>]]


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WikiLatinos is a proposed Wikimedia user group that aims to increase awareness, participation, and representation of Latino and Hispanic culture, heritage, communities, and individuals across Wikimedia projects. This group is intended to bring together contributors defined themselves as Latinos or Hispanic (see shared definition) and also individuals from Latin America, the Latino diaspora, and allies interested in improving and expanding content related to Latino experiences.

Latino representation, especially within the English and Spanish Wikipedia remains limited. Much of Latino history, culture, and notable figures are either underrepresented or absent entirely. There is a need for a coordinated effort to fill these gaps, support contributors, and promote culturally relevant and accurate content across languages.

Background

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This user group builds upon earlier efforts such as the WikiProject Latinos and Wikiproyecto:Cultura y Herencia Latina on the Spanish Wikipedia, which sought to improve coverage of Latino-related topics. While that project made important strides, a broader, multilingual and community-driven initiative is necessary to meet the scale of the challenge and opportunity.

Goals

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  • Expand and improve Wikimedia content about Latino and Hispanic cultures, people, history, and issues across all languages.
  • Support and connect contributors from Latino communities and the diaspora.
  • Organize edit-a-thons, workshops, and community-building events.
  • Collaborate with educational and cultural institutions.
  • Advocate for inclusive content practices that reflect the diversity within Latino identities.

Activities & Programs

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Programs

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Past Activities

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2026

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2025

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2024

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Research

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“Our History is Yet to Be Told”: The US Latino Heritage Gap on Wikipedia (2025)

Get involved

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Are you interested in contributing or supporting this effort? Add your name below and join the effort!

Interested participants

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Discord

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See also

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Resources

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