Edit for Equity

Edit for Equity is dedicated to increasing the presence of women and non-binary New Zealanders on Wikipedia.Edit for Equity is a project ofANTISTATIC, and is proudly supported by Ministry for Women's Suffrage 125 Community Fund.

To coincide with this year's <A HREF="http://women.govt.nz/about/new-zealand-women/history/suffrage-125" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Suffrage 125</A> celebrations, we invite you to Edit for Equity, a series of four Wikipedia edit-a-thons to increase the online presence of women and non-binary New Zealanders. All genders and ages are welcome to participate. All events are suitable for first-timers and experienced Wikipedia editors alike. No experience needed! 
Each event is themed around a different topic, and you are welcome to attend as many as you like. Each edit-a-thon will start with an introduction from an experienced Wikipedia editor, followed by editing time where you'll be supported in the editing equivalent of a pick-your-own adventure: create a new profile for someone cool, add more references to an existing one, update a photo. We'll have ideas and guidance for those who have no idea where to start.  
Bring you laptop and power cord if you have access to one — we will also have some availiable to use. Note that iPads aren't quite as easy to edit on. Snacks and drinks will be provided to keep you energised and caffeinated.
Accessibility: all venues have sliding/open door front entrances with a flat entrance or ramp. There is elevator access where venues aren't on the ground floor (InternetNZ and Ngā Taonga). There are accessible bathrooms at all venues. 
 
<H2>THE EVENTS:</H2>
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM): Tuesday 9 October 2018, 5:00pm - 9:00pm Sustainability Trust, 2 Forresters Lane, Wellington (this event will also be celebrating <A HREF="https://findingada.com/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ada Lovelace Day</A>, an international celebration of the achievements of women in STEM).
Film, music, & TV: Thursday 11 October 2018, 5:00pm - 9:00pm Ngā Taonga Sound and Vision, 84 Taranaki Street, Wellington 
Art and Literature: Saturday 13 October 2018, 12:00pm - 4:00pm Adam Art Gallery, Gate 3 Victoria University, Kelburn Parade, Wellington 
Politics and social change: Sunday 14 October, 10:00am - 3:00pm InternetNZ, Level 11, 80 Boulcott Street, Wellington
 
<H2>ADDITIONAL INFO:</H2>
Before the day of the edit-a-thon, please set up a Wikipedia account — you'll need one in order to edit. It takes 30 seconds, and you sign up for your account <A HREF="https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special:CreateAccount&returnto=Main+Page." TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</A>. You'll need to pick a "handle" for your username; you could use your real name, but most people choose to be a bit more anonymous. 
You can find additional information in the FAQs below, and on <A HREF="http://editforequity.nz/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">our website</A>. We'll also send out a follow-up email to all attendees with more information on the events, and resources on how learn more about Wikipedia editing in advance (if you're interested). 
 
 
<H2>FAQs</H2>
 
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
You can email us directly at hello@antistaticpartners.com 
 
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No need to! We'll have your name on our list. 
 
Can I attend more than one edit-a-thon?
Yes! You can attend as many edit-a-thon sessions as you like. 
 
What if I'm interested in women in politics, but I am only available to attend the STEM event? 
No problem. You're welcome to work on any topic at any of the events. The themes are just a suggestion, and a way to bring together people with similar interests. 
 
I can't think of any important NZ women or nonbinary people who don't already have Wikipedia pages!
Never fear. We're compiling <A HREF="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bDw_aymZiFZQTG8YWlhPWJpoSQlQk2r41v0G3NUDRSQ/edit#gid=0" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">a list</A> of New Zealanders who need pages or page updates, and we'll try to create entries for as many of these people as possible. You're welcome to add names to the list!

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