Wiki Kouman

Organization

Organization

Wiki Kouman is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and safeguarding the cultural heritage of minority peoples. Its work connects communities, technology and transmission.

Wiki Kouman is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and safeguarding the cultural heritage of minority peoples.

Its name brings together two ideas: Kouman, “to speak” in Dioula, and Wiki, open knowledge. Its work connects communities, technology and transmission.

Three programs

Words that open new paths.

01

Lang Kouman

Increase the visibility and online content of minority languages.

Lang means “language” in Haitian Creole.
02

Tafiya Kouman

Introduce minority peoples and make their heritage accessible.

Tafiya means “journey” in Hausa.
03

Biki Kouman

Illuminate the history of traditional dances, clothing and celebrations.

Biki means “celebration” in Hausa.

Our objectives

Preserve.
Teach.
Share.

  1. 01

    Increase the visibility of minority languages online.

  2. 02

    Preserve cultural heritage over time through technology.

  3. 03

    Help countries preserve their cultural heritage online.

  4. 04

    Train and raise awareness about the importance of cultural heritage preservation.

  5. 05

    Help make Wikipedia an essential infrastructure for free knowledge.

Join the movement

Your voice carries a story.
Let’s make it heard.

Join a workshop, suggest a topic or become part of our community.

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