Wiki Loves Ramadan 2025 is an annual global contest aimed at documenting and sharing the diverse customs and traditions observed during the month of Ramadan. The 2025 edition will focus on 32 countries, including Algeria, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Egypt, Nigeria, and the United States, to capture the rich cultural practices, Islamic heritage, and biographies of significant Islamic figures. Contributions will span 26 languages across platforms like Wikipedia, Wikibooks, and Wikivoyage. Through online events and training sessions, WLR 2025 aims to engage diverse communities, fostering knowledge sharing and cultural appreciation.

The contest will likely run from February 25 to April 15, 2025, focusing on enhancing the representation of Ramadan traditions and Islamic heritage on Wikimedia platforms.

Wiki Loves Ramadan 2025 is an annual global contest aimed at documenting and sharing the diverse customs and traditions observed during the month of Ramadan. The 2025 edition will focus on 32 countries, including Algeria, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Egypt, Nigeria, and the United States, to capture the rich cultural practices, Islamic heritage, and biographies of significant Islamic figures. Contributions will span 26 languages across platforms like Wikipedia, Wikibooks, and Wikivoyage. Through online events and training sessions, WLR 2025 aims to engage diverse communities, fostering knowledge sharing and cultural appreciation.

The contest will likely run from February 25 to April 15, 2025, focusing on enhancing the representation of Ramadan traditions and Islamic heritage on Wikimedia platforms.

Wiki Loves Ramadan 2025 aims to bridge the gaps in knowledge about Ramadan traditions and Islamic history on Wikimedia projects. By encouraging global participation, the initiative aims to empower underrepresented communities and promote cultural documentation in multiple languages.

The vision of WLR 2025 is to build a comprehensive and multilingual repository of knowledge about Ramadan, showcasing the diversity of its observances around the world. This effort aims to enhance cultural understanding, foster pride in local traditions, and strengthen the representation of Islamic communities on Wikimedia platforms.

The primary objectives of Wiki Loves Ramadan 2025 are:

Create or translate over 5,000 articles on Ramadan-related topics and significant Islamic figures.

Increase awareness and participation in Wikimedia projects, particularly in underrepresented regions.

Engage contributors from 32 countries and 26 language communities in documenting Ramadan traditions and cultural practices.

Empower local organizers with tools, training, and resources to lead national-level initiatives.

Wiki Loves Ramadan 2025 will focus on:

Documenting cultural traditions, rituals, and culinary practices during Ramadan.

Highlighting places of worship and community events.

Creating and improving biographies of notable Islamic historical figures.

Encouraging multilingual contributions across 26 Wikimedia projects, including Wikipedia, Wikivoyage, and Wikibooks.

The project integrates virtual and localized events, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.

Contributors are encouraged to focus on the following themes:

Religious Practices: Articles on fasting (Sawm), prayers (Taraweeh, Tahajjud), Zakat al-Fitr, and Eid al-Fitr celebrations.

History of Ramadan: The historical origins and development of Ramadan over time.

Cultural Aspects: How Ramadan is observed in different countries and communities, including cultural traditions like Iftar and Suhoor meals.

Notable Figures: Contributions of key Islamic scholars, religious leaders, and notable personalities related to Ramadan.

Ramadan and the Arts: Poetry, music, and literature inspired by Ramadan, and how Ramadan has influenced cultural output.

Food and Traditions: Articles on traditional Ramadan foods, recipes for Iftar and Suhoor, and culinary customs across different cultures.

Articles outside of this scope may be accepted as long as they contribute to a broader understanding of Ramadan.

Participants in Wiki Loves Ramadan 2025 have the opportunity to win both international and local prizes.

• International Prizes:
  • First Place:
  • Second Place:
  • Third Place:
• Special Prizes:
  • Consolation 10 Prizes (most accepted articles in Global)
  • Top Contributor from each community:
  • Best Newcomer:
• Local Prizes:
  • Local Wikimedia chapters may offer additional prizes, which will be announced on their respective contest pages.

The primary participants include Wikimedia contributors, local community members, and individuals passionate about cultural documentation. Special attention will be given to engaging underrepresented communities in Islamic countries. Targeted regions include Algeria, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Egypt, Nigeria, and the United States, among others

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Please contact the organizing committee through email at [email protected]

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