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= '''🛠️ How to Get Involved with Wimbum Vault''' =
= 🖋️ Contribute to Wimbum Vault =


'''Wimbum Vault thrives because of people like you!''' Follow these simple steps to start contributing:
Wimbum Vault is built by people like **you** — researchers, elders, students, and cultural lovers who care about preserving Wimbum heritage.


== ✅ Step 1: Create an Account ==
Whether you want to share stories, translate, correct facts, or add photos — your help is welcome!
* Visit [https://wimbumvault.org wimbumvault.org]
* Click '''Create account''' at the top right corner
* Fill in your username, password, and email
* Confirm your email address through the link sent to your inbox


''🔐 You need an account to edit or add new pages. This helps protect the site from spam.''
== ✅ What You Can Contribute ==


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* Stories, proverbs, or oral traditions
* Articles about historical places or people
* Information on music, dance, food, and rituals
* Photographs of traditional items, attire, or festivals
* Translations in '''Limbum''', '''English''', or '''French'''


== ✍️ Step 2: Start Editing or Creating Articles ==
== 🧰 Start a New Article ==
* Log in to your account
* Visit an existing article and click '''Edit'''
* Or use the search bar to enter a topic — if it doesn’t exist, click '''Create this page'''
* Use clear language, proper spelling, and organize your content well
* Add references or links where possible


''💡 Topics can include traditions, language, stories, historical figures, places, or anything related to Wimbum culture.''
Click the button below to create a new article with a helpful structure already in place:


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👉 [https://wimbumvault.org/wiki/Special:CreatePage?preload=Template:ArticlePreload&editintro=Template:ArticleEditIntro Create a New Page]


== 🖼️ Step 3: Upload Images or Media ==
''Tip: Choose a clear title, e.g., “Nkambe Palace”, “Mbipgo Harvest Festival”, “Limbum Greetings”''
* Ensure your image is relevant and appropriate
* Acceptable formats: JPG, PNG, SVG
* Keep file sizes under '''10MB'''
* Add a short caption or description for each upload


''📷 Great image ideas include traditional outfits, landmarks, tools, events, or cultural symbols.''
== ✍️ Already Have an Account? ==


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* [https://wimbumvault.org/wiki/Special:UserLogin Log in here] to begin editing.
* If you don’t have an account yet: [https://wimbumvault.org/wiki/Special:CreateAccount Create one now].


== 🌍 Step 4: Translate Content ==
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* Help translate articles into '''Limbum''', '''English''', or '''French''' (Optional)
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* You may include multiple language versions to reach more readers (Optional)
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''🗣 Multilingual content promotes cultural understanding and inclusiveness.''
 
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== 👥 Step 5: Join the Community ==
* Connect with others through article discussion pages
* Ask questions, suggest edits, or co-create major topics
* Follow guidelines and maintain a respectful tone
 
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== 🧭 Step 6: Follow Contribution Guidelines ==
* Keep content accurate and culturally respectful
* Avoid personal opinions, attacks, or political bias
* Honor community traditions and heritage
 
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== 🌟 Step 7: Become a Trusted Editor ==
* Contribute regularly and responsibly
* Reach out if you'd like to become a moderator or content reviewer
* Help manage edits and ensure high-quality contributions
 
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= 🎉 '''You’re Part of Something Bigger''' =
Every contribution—big or small—helps preserve Wimbum culture for future generations.
 
'''🖋️ Ready to contribute?''' Start here: '''[[Main Page]]'''

Revision as of 09:08, 26 April 2025

🖋️ Contribute to Wimbum Vault

Wimbum Vault is built by people like **you** — researchers, elders, students, and cultural lovers who care about preserving Wimbum heritage.

Whether you want to share stories, translate, correct facts, or add photos — your help is welcome!

✅ What You Can Contribute

  • Stories, proverbs, or oral traditions
  • Articles about historical places or people
  • Information on music, dance, food, and rituals
  • Photographs of traditional items, attire, or festivals
  • Translations in Limbum, English, or French

🧰 Start a New Article

Click the button below to create a new article with a helpful structure already in place:

👉 Create a New Page

Tip: Choose a clear title, e.g., “Nkambe Palace”, “Mbipgo Harvest Festival”, “Limbum Greetings”

✍️ Already Have an Account?

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