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🛠️ How to Get Involved with Wimbum Vault

Wimbum Vault thrives because of people like you! Follow these simple steps to start contributing:


✅ Step 1: Create an Account

- Visit [wimbumvault.org](https://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.

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✍️ Step 2: Start Editing or Creating Articles

- Log in to your account

- Visit an existing article and click **"Edit"**

- Or go to the search bar and enter a topic — if it doesn’t exist, click "Create this page"

- Use simple language, correct spelling, and organize your information clearly

- Add references or links where possible

💡 You can write about traditions, language, stories, historical figures, places, or anything related to Wimbum culture.


🖼️ Step 3: Upload Images or Media

- Before uploading, ensure your image is relevant and appropriate

- Use formats like JPG, PNG, or SVG

- Keep file sizes below **10MB**

- Add a short caption or description for each image

📷 Traditional outfits, landmarks, tools, events, or cultural symbols are great!


🌍 Step 4: Translate Content

- Help translate articles into Limbum, English, or French

- You can add multiple language versions to help more people understand

🗣 Multilingual articles promote cultural awareness and access.


👥 Step 5: Join the Community

- Connect with other contributors via discussion pages

- Ask questions, suggest edits, or collaborate on major articles

- Follow the platform’s guidelines and stay respectful


🧭 Step 6: Follow Contribution Guidelines

- Keep content factual and respectful

- Avoid personal attacks or political bias

- Respect cultural values and community ownership


🌟 Step 7: Become a Trusted Editor

- Make consistent, helpful contributions

- Reach out if you're interested in becoming a moderator or content reviewer

- Trusted editors can help manage edits and maintain the quality of the wiki


🎉 You’re Part of Something Bigger

Every story shared and every article improved helps preserve Wimbum heritage for future generations.

🖋️ Ready to contribute? Start here: 👉 Follow this Template