Wikipedia:WikiConnect/Conversations/WikiConferenceUSA2015

Conversation at WikiConferenceUSA 2015
On 11th October 2015, Wikipedians gathered at Unconference session to discuss WP:WikiConnect. India is having huge potential to contribute and Indic Languages need special attention.

Participants

 * Abhishek Suryawanshi
 * User:Peaceray
 * User:Jim.henderson
 * User:Dthomsen8
 * User:Y4-A1
 * User:Dispenser
 * Dave Harris

Problems

 * Indian culture is underrepresented on English Wikipedia.
 * Indic Languiage Wikipedia communities are relatively small and need expansion.
 * Reference issue - Some Indian articles have reference in Indic language website, difficult to verify.
 * Lack of awareness - Many Indians in U.S.A might be interested in editing Wikipedia.

Possible Solutions

 * Focus on 'cultural pride' - Encourage people to write about their culture.
 * Workshops for special interest groups.
 * Partnership with educational institutes.