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DCW Conversation Hour

2026-07-11T04:37:19Z

Aafi: /* Featured Hosts */ updates

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'''DCW Conversation Hour''' is an open conversation hour by the Deoband Community Wikimedia for everyone in the world. It focuses on Wikimedia movement strategy initiatives such as increasing the sustainability of the movement, and helps invest in the skills and leadership development across Wikimedia entities. The conversation hour innovates in the free knowledge, through the prism of evaluation, iteration, and adaptation.

DCW Conversation Hour went live for the first time in September 2022. We standardized it in March 2023 when we invited Dr. Nicole Schwitter to present on the effect of offline meetups of Wikimedia communities. Since then, the conversation hour touches issues that relate to the global free knowledge movement and helps the movement's sustainability.

Previous editions can be easily accessed through '''[[DCW Conversation Hour Archive]]'''.

==Our Featured Speakers==
{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:DerHexer
| title1 = Martin Rulsch
| body1 = Wikimedia Steward and 2024 Laureate
| image1 = Wikimedia-Futures-Lab-26-Sunday-58.jpg
| link2 = https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Auregann
| title2 = Léa Lacroix
| body2 = Community Engagement Consultant
| image2 = Lea Lacroix in Catania in 2025, 1.jpg
| link3 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Ndahiro_derrick
| title3 = Ndahiro Derrick Alter
| body3= Founder, Wikimedia Rwanda
| image3 = Ndahiro Derrick AlteR.jpg
| link4 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Jon_Harald_Søby
| title4 = Jon Harald Søby
| body4= Norwegian Wikimedian, Founding Member Wikimedia Norge
| image4 = Jon Harald Søby, Wikimedia Norge.jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Bobbyshabangu
| title1 = Bobby Shabangu
| body1 = Co-founder Afrika Baraza, former president Wikimedia ZA, and member of Wikimedia Foundation Board
| image1 = Bobby Shabangu 2.jpg
| link2 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:AAlikhan_(WMF)
| title2 = Anusha Alikhan
| body2 = Chief Communications Officer, Wikimedia Foundation
| image2 = Wiki Indaba 2023 - Friday 3 November - Anusha.jpg
| link3 = hhttps://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Nicole_Ebber_(WMDE)
| title3 = Nicole Ebber
| body3 = Chief of Staff, Wikimedia Deutchland
| image3 = Bündnis_F5_at_Republica25-Day1-51.jpg
| link2 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:AAlikhan_(WMF)
| link4 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:John_Cummings
| title4 = John Cummings
| body4 = Wikimedian in Residence
| image4 = John Cummings.jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 =
| title1 = Dumisani NDubane
| body1 = Director of Monitoring and Evaluation, MMG EARTH
| image1 = Dumisani Ndubane-4626.jpg
| link2 =
| title2 = Sneha PP
| body2 = Senior Research Manager, Open Knowledge Initiatives at IIIT Hyderabad
| image2 = Sneha PP at ATTT 2025.jpg
| link3=
| title3 = Catalina Frigerio
| body3= Director for Advocacy and Public Policy, Wikimedia Chile
| image3 = WECUDI 2025 97.jpg
| link4 =
| title4 = Pavan Santhosh
| body4 = Program Manager, Open Knowledge Initiatives at IIIT Hyderabad
| image4 = Pavan Santhosh on Day 1 of Wikimedia India Summit 2024.jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:عباد_ديرانية
| title1 = Abbad Diraneyya
| body1 = Conversational AI Designer, Uber
| image1 = Wikimedia Summit 2019 - Portrait Abbad Diraneyya.jpg
| link2 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:ARamadan-WMF
| title2 = Amal Ramadan
| body2 = Senior Movement Communications Specialist (Product & Tech), Wikimedia Foundation
| image2 = Amal Ramadan.jpg
| link3= https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:JChen_(WMF)
| title3 = Jacqueline Chen
| body3= Senior Program Officer, Wikimedia Foundation
| image3 = Jacqueline Chen (WMF).jpg
| link4 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Astinson_(WMF)
| title4 = Alex Stinson
| body4 = Lead Program Strategist, Wikimedia Foundation
| image4 = Alex Stinson-IMG 3315.jpg
}}
{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:SGill_(WMF)
| title1 = Satdeep Gill
| body1 = Senior Program Officer, Culture and Heritage, Wikimedia Foundation
| image1 = Gill, Satdeep Jan 2020.jpg
| link2 = https://jgu.edu.in/jslh/faculty/dr-swati-chawla
| title2 = Swati Chawla
| body2 = Associate Professor, Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities
| image2 = Swati Chawla.jpg
| link3 =
| title3 = Stacy Burnett
| body3 = Senior Product Manager, ITHAKA
| image3 = Stacy Burnett - portrait.png
| link4 = https://www.iup.edu/languageliteraturewriting/faculty/vetter-matthew.html
| title4 = Matthew Vetter
| body4 = Professor of English, Indiana University of Pennsylvani
| image4 = Matthew Vetter at Wiki Conference NA 2018 (cropped).jpg
}}
{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://cis-india.org/about/people/cis-team-members#Tanveer%20Hasan%20A%20K
| title1 = Tanveer Hasan
| body1 = Executive Director, CIS India
| image1 = Tanveer Hasan 20180912.jpg
| link2 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:JStephenson_(WMF)
| title2 = Jessica Stephenson
| body2 = Lead Learning and Evaluation Officer, Wikimedia Foundation
| image2 = Jessica Stephenson small photo - 2021.jpg
| link3 =
| title3 = Runa Bhattacharjee
| body3 = Senior Director of Product - Languages and Content Growth, Wikimedia Foundation
| image3 = Bhattacharjee, Runa September 2016 01.jpg
| link4 =
| title4 = Jake Orlowitz
| body4 = Founder, The Wikipedia Library & Wiki Blueprint
| image4 = Jake Orlowitz at WikiConference North America 2023 in Toronto.jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 =
| title1 = Sam Walton
| body1 = Senior Product Manager, Wikimedia Foundation
| image1 = Walton, sam January 2019.jpg
| link2 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:IFried_(WMF)
| title2 = Ilana Fried
| body2 = Senior Product Manager, Wikimedia Foundation
| image2 = Ilana Fried.jpg
| link3 =
| title3 = Manavpreet Kauur
| body3 = Movement Charter Drafting Committee
| image3 = MKaur-WMF portrait for DCW.jpg
| link4 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:PDas_(WMF)
| title4 = Praveen Das
| body4 = Lead Partnerships Manager, South Asia, Wikimedia Foundation
| image4 = Praveen Das at Indic Hackathon 2022.jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://heyne.io/
| title1 = Marcel Heyne
| body1 = Founder & Director, Audiopedia Foundation
| image1 = Marcel Heyne.jpg
| link2 = https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholesaad/
| title2 = Nichole Saad
| body2 = Founder, Open Learning Collective
| image2 = Nichole Saad WMF staff photo.jpg
| link3 = https://library.oregonstate.edu/staff/bridgesl
| title3 = Laurie Bridges
| body3 = Professor & Librarian, Oregon State University
| image3 = Laurie Bridges.jpg
| link4 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Exec8/Introduction_of_Exec8
| title4 = Butch Bustria
| body4 = Lead, Wikimania 2023
| image4 = Wikimedia Summit 2019 - Portrait Butch Bustria.jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://infobomb.org/
| title1 = Martin Poulter
| body1 = WiR, Khalili Foundation
| image1 = Martin Poulter, WMUK board meeting, August 2011.jpg
| link2 = https://chitraparnasinha.com/
| title2 = Chitraparna Sinha
| body2 = Founder, Lekhak.xyz.
| image2 = Chitraparna Sinha (WWC 2023).jpg
| link3 = https://about.me/rohini
| title3 = Rohini Lakshane
| body3 = Technologist and Interdisciplinary researcher
| image3 = Wikimania 2015 - Edit-a-thons for bridging the gender gap -Rohini Lakshane (1) (cropped).JPG
| link4 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:RASharma_(WMF)
| title4 = Rachit Sharma
| body4 = Senior Global Movement Communications Specialist, South Asia, Wikimedia Foundation
| image4 = Rachit Sharma (cropped).jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 =
| title1 = MAE Dockrat
| body1 = LanCSAL, University of Johannesburg
| image1 = Maulana Ashraf Dockrat.jpeg
| link2 = https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/sociology/staff/schwitternicole/
| title2 = Nicole Schwitter
| body2 = Honorary Research Fellow, Warwick
| image2 = Nicole Schwitter.jpg
| link3 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:دنيا
| title3 = Donia Domiaty
| body3 = Egypt Wikimedians User Group
| image3 = Wikimedia-Summit-2024-Portrait-73.jpg
| link4 = https://bilalaliansari.com/
| title4 = Bilal Ali Ansari
| body4 = Chair, Department of Hadith, Darul Qasim
| image4 = Bilal Ali Ansari.jpg
}}

== Featured Hosts==
{{#linkcards:
| link1 =
| title1 = Aafi
| body1 = Founder, Deoband Community Wikimedia
| image1 = Indic Wikimedia Hackathon Hyderabad 2026 Portraits Aafi.jpg

| link2 = Member:Munazza
| title2 = Munazza Anjum
| body2 = CCO, DCW
| image2 = Default pfp.svg

| link3 =
| title3 = Ariba Shoaib
| body3 = MSc Maths with CS, Jamia Millia Islamia
| image3 = Ariba Shoaib.jpg

| link4 =
| title4 = Affaf Nasir
| body4 =Research Scholar, Jamia Millia Islamia
| image4 = Affaf Nasir.jpg

| link5 =
| title5 = Monib Ahmad
| body5 = Research Scholar, Jamia Millia Islamia
| image5 = Monib Ahmad.jpg

}}

[[Category:DCW Conversation Hour]]

MediaWiki:Sitenotice

2026-07-11T03:45:59Z

Aafi: + Reflections

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| image = none
| style = border: 1px solid #f4c430;
| text =We are nearing our 5th anniversary, and we want to hear your reflections. '''[https://dcwwiki.org/reflections5/ Tell us what we mean to you!]'''
}}
</div>

MediaWiki:Sitenotice

2026-07-08T09:35:49Z

Aafi: close

MediaWiki:Sitenotice

2026-07-04T08:56:37Z

Aafi: + 5th Anniversary Celebration,

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| text =Expressions of interest are invited for participating in DCW's [[DCW Fifth Anniversary Celebration|5th Anniversary Celebration]], scheduled on August 1. '''[https://dcwwiki.org/dcw-3v Apply here]''' by 23:59, 6 July 2026.
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DCW Conversation Hour

2026-07-01T11:54:42Z

Aafi: /* Our Featured Speakers */ + add feautured speakers

{{#seo:
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|image_alt=
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'''DCW Conversation Hour''' is an open conversation hour by the Deoband Community Wikimedia for everyone in the world. It focuses on Wikimedia movement strategy initiatives such as increasing the sustainability of the movement, and helps invest in the skills and leadership development across Wikimedia entities. The conversation hour innovates in the free knowledge, through the prism of evaluation, iteration, and adaptation.

DCW Conversation Hour went live for the first time in September 2022. We standardized it in March 2023 when we invited Dr. Nicole Schwitter to present on the effect of offline meetups of Wikimedia communities. Since then, the conversation hour touches issues that relate to the global free knowledge movement and helps the movement's sustainability.

Previous editions can be easily accessed through '''[[DCW Conversation Hour Archive]]'''.

==Our Featured Speakers==
{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:DerHexer
| title1 = Martin Rulsch
| body1 = Wikimedia Steward and 2024 Laureate
| image1 = Wikimedia-Futures-Lab-26-Sunday-58.jpg
| link2 = https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Auregann
| title2 = Léa Lacroix
| body2 = Community Engagement Consultant
| image2 = Lea Lacroix in Catania in 2025, 1.jpg
| link3 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Ndahiro_derrick
| title3 = Ndahiro Derrick Alter
| body3= Founder, Wikimedia Rwanda
| image3 = Ndahiro Derrick AlteR.jpg
| link4 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Jon_Harald_Søby
| title4 = Jon Harald Søby
| body4= Norwegian Wikimedian, Founding Member Wikimedia Norge
| image4 = Jon Harald Søby, Wikimedia Norge.jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Bobbyshabangu
| title1 = Bobby Shabangu
| body1 = Co-founder Afrika Baraza, former president Wikimedia ZA, and member of Wikimedia Foundation Board
| image1 = Bobby Shabangu 2.jpg
| link2 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:AAlikhan_(WMF)
| title2 = Anusha Alikhan
| body2 = Chief Communications Officer, Wikimedia Foundation
| image2 = Wiki Indaba 2023 - Friday 3 November - Anusha.jpg
| link3 = hhttps://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Nicole_Ebber_(WMDE)
| title3 = Nicole Ebber
| body3 = Chief of Staff, Wikimedia Deutchland
| image3 = Bündnis_F5_at_Republica25-Day1-51.jpg
| link2 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:AAlikhan_(WMF)
| link4 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:John_Cummings
| title4 = John Cummings
| body4 = Wikimedian in Residence
| image4 = John Cummings.jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 =
| title1 = Dumisani NDubane
| body1 = Director of Monitoring and Evaluation, MMG EARTH
| image1 = Dumisani Ndubane-4626.jpg
| link2 =
| title2 = Sneha PP
| body2 = Senior Research Manager, Open Knowledge Initiatives at IIIT Hyderabad
| image2 = Sneha PP at ATTT 2025.jpg
| link3=
| title3 = Catalina Frigerio
| body3= Director for Advocacy and Public Policy, Wikimedia Chile
| image3 = WECUDI 2025 97.jpg
| link4 =
| title4 = Pavan Santhosh
| body4 = Program Manager, Open Knowledge Initiatives at IIIT Hyderabad
| image4 = Pavan Santhosh on Day 1 of Wikimedia India Summit 2024.jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:عباد_ديرانية
| title1 = Abbad Diraneyya
| body1 = Conversational AI Designer, Uber
| image1 = Wikimedia Summit 2019 - Portrait Abbad Diraneyya.jpg
| link2 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:ARamadan-WMF
| title2 = Amal Ramadan
| body2 = Senior Movement Communications Specialist (Product & Tech), Wikimedia Foundation
| image2 = Amal Ramadan.jpg
| link3= https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:JChen_(WMF)
| title3 = Jacqueline Chen
| body3= Senior Program Officer, Wikimedia Foundation
| image3 = Jacqueline Chen (WMF).jpg
| link4 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Astinson_(WMF)
| title4 = Alex Stinson
| body4 = Lead Program Strategist, Wikimedia Foundation
| image4 = Alex Stinson-IMG 3315.jpg
}}
{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:SGill_(WMF)
| title1 = Satdeep Gill
| body1 = Senior Program Officer, Culture and Heritage, Wikimedia Foundation
| image1 = Gill, Satdeep Jan 2020.jpg
| link2 = https://jgu.edu.in/jslh/faculty/dr-swati-chawla
| title2 = Swati Chawla
| body2 = Associate Professor, Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities
| image2 = Swati Chawla.jpg
| link3 =
| title3 = Stacy Burnett
| body3 = Senior Product Manager, ITHAKA
| image3 = Stacy Burnett - portrait.png
| link4 = https://www.iup.edu/languageliteraturewriting/faculty/vetter-matthew.html
| title4 = Matthew Vetter
| body4 = Professor of English, Indiana University of Pennsylvani
| image4 = Matthew Vetter at Wiki Conference NA 2018 (cropped).jpg
}}
{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://cis-india.org/about/people/cis-team-members#Tanveer%20Hasan%20A%20K
| title1 = Tanveer Hasan
| body1 = Executive Director, CIS India
| image1 = Tanveer Hasan 20180912.jpg
| link2 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:JStephenson_(WMF)
| title2 = Jessica Stephenson
| body2 = Lead Learning and Evaluation Officer, Wikimedia Foundation
| image2 = Jessica Stephenson small photo - 2021.jpg
| link3 =
| title3 = Runa Bhattacharjee
| body3 = Senior Director of Product - Languages and Content Growth, Wikimedia Foundation
| image3 = Bhattacharjee, Runa September 2016 01.jpg
| link4 =
| title4 = Jake Orlowitz
| body4 = Founder, The Wikipedia Library & Wiki Blueprint
| image4 = Jake Orlowitz at WikiConference North America 2023 in Toronto.jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 =
| title1 = Sam Walton
| body1 = Senior Product Manager, Wikimedia Foundation
| image1 = Walton, sam January 2019.jpg
| link2 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:IFried_(WMF)
| title2 = Ilana Fried
| body2 = Senior Product Manager, Wikimedia Foundation
| image2 = Ilana Fried.jpg
| link3 =
| title3 = Manavpreet Kauur
| body3 = Movement Charter Drafting Committee
| image3 = MKaur-WMF portrait for DCW.jpg
| link4 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:PDas_(WMF)
| title4 = Praveen Das
| body4 = Lead Partnerships Manager, South Asia, Wikimedia Foundation
| image4 = Praveen Das at Indic Hackathon 2022.jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://heyne.io/
| title1 = Marcel Heyne
| body1 = Founder & Director, Audiopedia Foundation
| image1 = Marcel Heyne.jpg
| link2 = https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholesaad/
| title2 = Nichole Saad
| body2 = Founder, Open Learning Collective
| image2 = Nichole Saad WMF staff photo.jpg
| link3 = https://library.oregonstate.edu/staff/bridgesl
| title3 = Laurie Bridges
| body3 = Professor & Librarian, Oregon State University
| image3 = Laurie Bridges.jpg
| link4 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Exec8/Introduction_of_Exec8
| title4 = Butch Bustria
| body4 = Lead, Wikimania 2023
| image4 = Wikimedia Summit 2019 - Portrait Butch Bustria.jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 = https://infobomb.org/
| title1 = Martin Poulter
| body1 = WiR, Khalili Foundation
| image1 = Martin Poulter, WMUK board meeting, August 2011.jpg
| link2 = https://chitraparnasinha.com/
| title2 = Chitraparna Sinha
| body2 = Founder, Lekhak.xyz.
| image2 = Chitraparna Sinha (WWC 2023).jpg
| link3 = https://about.me/rohini
| title3 = Rohini Lakshane
| body3 = Technologist and Interdisciplinary researcher
| image3 = Wikimania 2015 - Edit-a-thons for bridging the gender gap -Rohini Lakshane (1) (cropped).JPG
| link4 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:RASharma_(WMF)
| title4 = Rachit Sharma
| body4 = Senior Global Movement Communications Specialist, South Asia, Wikimedia Foundation
| image4 = Rachit Sharma (cropped).jpg
}}

{{#linkcards:
| link1 =
| title1 = MAE Dockrat
| body1 = LanCSAL, University of Johannesburg
| image1 = Maulana Ashraf Dockrat.jpeg
| link2 = https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/sociology/staff/schwitternicole/
| title2 = Nicole Schwitter
| body2 = Honorary Research Fellow, Warwick
| image2 = Nicole Schwitter.jpg
| link3 = https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:دنيا
| title3 = Donia Domiaty
| body3 = Egypt Wikimedians User Group
| image3 = Wikimedia-Summit-2024-Portrait-73.jpg
| link4 = https://bilalaliansari.com/
| title4 = Bilal Ali Ansari
| body4 = Chair, Department of Hadith, Darul Qasim
| image4 = Bilal Ali Ansari.jpg
}}

== Featured Hosts==
{{#linkcards:
| link1 =
| title1 = Aafi
| body1 = Founder, Deoband Community Wikimedia
| image1 = Aafi at Indic Wikimedia Hackathon Bhubaneswar 2024 (Portrait 59 by Jnanaranjan sahu).jpg

| link2 =
| title2 = Ariba Shoaib
| body2 = MSc Maths with CS, Jamia Millia Islamia
| image2 = Ariba Shoaib.jpg

| link3 =
| title3 = Affaf Nasir
| body3 =Research Scholar, Jamia Millia Islamia
| image3 = Affaf Nasir.jpg

| link4 =
| title4 = Monib Ahmad
| body4 = Research Scholar, Jamia Millia Islamia
| image4 = Monib Ahmad.jpg

}}

[[Category:DCW Conversation Hour]]

Deoband Community Wikimedia

2026-07-01T07:03:19Z

Aafi: rev

{{#seo:
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We support people and organisations to contribute to Wikipedia, Wikidata and other Wikimedia platforms through events, training and partnerships.</div>
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MediaWiki:Grouppage-resource-person

2026-06-30T17:12:47Z

Aafi: create

DCW:Access levels

MediaWiki:Group-resource-person

2026-06-30T17:09:56Z

Aafi: Resource person

Resource Person

MediaWiki:Group-resource-person-member

2026-06-30T17:09:19Z

Aafi: Resource Person

Resource Person

Insights on Steward Operations and Local Admin Rights

2026-06-30T08:06:32Z

Aafi: add YT link

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| location = Google Meet
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| link = https://meet.google.com/dno-wtux-afc
| short_description = 42nd DCW Conversation Hour
| description = This edition of the DCW Conversation Hour will explore the operational realities of key administrative roles within the Wikimedia movement. Our guest speaker, [[meta:User:DerHexer|Martin Rulsch]], will share firsthand insights into the day-to-day work of Stewards, address common community questions, and break down the technical requirements for local admin rights.

Martin is one of the longest-serving Wikimedia stewards, who received the Wikimedia Laureate award for 2024.
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This edition of the DCW Conversation Hour is supported by Indic MediaWiki Developers User Group, and will be conducted on Google Meet.

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Insights on Steward Operations and Local Admin Rights

2026-06-29T14:49:09Z

Aafi: publicise link

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| end_date = 2026/06/29 04:00 PM UTC
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| short_description = 42nd DCW Conversation Hour
| description = This edition of the DCW Conversation Hour will explore the operational realities of key administrative roles within the Wikimedia movement. Our guest speaker, [[meta:User:DerHexer|Martin Rulsch]], will share firsthand insights into the day-to-day work of Stewards, address common community questions, and break down the technical requirements for local admin rights.

Martin is one of the longest-serving Wikimedia stewards, who received the Wikimedia Laureate award for 2024.

This edition of the DCW Conversation Hour is supported by Indic MediaWiki Developers User Group, and will be conducted on Google Meet.

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| image = DCW Conversation Hour, June 2026.png
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Graphics Design Internship Call June 2026

2026-06-22T14:40:17Z

Aafi: Graphics Design Internship Call June 2026

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| image = Graphic Designer.svg
| author = Communications and Outreach Team
| mode = featured
| keywords =
| description = Be our Graphic Design intern for the term July-December 2026
}}
We are seeking a creative enthusiast to join our communications team as a graphic design intern. This six-month internship will run from July to December 2026. Our graphic design internship offers you an opportunity to upskill your knowledge and learn alongside our Communications Lead. As part of our team, you will contribute to the global free knowledge movement. Your role includes but is not limited to creating infographics, flyers, social media posts, etc., for our events. You will receive a stipend per graphic to appreciate the time invested in completing the tasks, along with an internship certificate. The stipend is subject to change based on your performance, with the possibility of an increase.

==How to apply==
To apply, kindly email your '''graphic portfolio in a PDF''' format with the subject line "DCW Graphics Internship Application" to us at ''{{nospam|moderator|dcwwiki.org}}'' before '''July 5, 2026.''' The email body should address the following:
* Why are you interested in this internship?
* Have you previously contributed to the open knowledge movement?
* What do you hope to learn from this internship?
* What is your level of proficiency with graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Canva, Figma, etc.?

We will shortlist candidates based on their portfolios. Successful candidate will be notified by email in due time.

==Eligibility Criteria==
* Applications are open to Indian nationals only.
* Preference will be given to Female Muslim candidates.
* Female Muslim students are encouraged to apply.
* A degree course in graphic design is preferred but not mandatory.

[[Category:Internship Calls]]

Mehfil-e-Wiki, Delhi, June 2026

2026-06-22T08:02:39Z

Aafi: image

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|start_date=2026-06-23 05:00:00 AM UTC
|end_date=2026-06-23 01:30:00 PM UTC
|timezone=5.5
|region=Offline Mode
|location=New Delhi
|short_description=Drop-in and Wiki, Join us, have chai, and ask Wiki questions
|description=Join the local DCW Community for informal wiki discussions. Venue and exact time related information will be shared privately.
|keywords=Mehfil-e-Wiki
|image=Group discussions, Systemic Biases in Open Knowledge Spaces - DCW Train-a-Wikipedian, 23-02-2025.jpg
}}
__NOTITLE__

Mehfil-e-Wiki, Delhi, June 2026

2026-06-22T07:59:38Z

Aafi: Mehfil-e-Wiki

Insights on Steward Operations and Local Admin Rights

2026-06-20T19:33:29Z

Aafi: poster

{{event
| start_date = 2026/06/29 03:00 PM UTC
| end_date = 2026/06/29 04:00 PM UTC
| timezone = 5.5
| region = Online Mode
| location = TBD
| coordinates =
| link =
| short_description = 42nd DCW Conversation Hour
| description = This edition of the DCW Conversation Hour will explore the operational realities of key administrative roles within the Wikimedia movement. Our guest speaker, [[meta:User:DerHexer|Martin Rulsch]], will share firsthand insights into the day-to-day work of Stewards, address common community questions, and break down the technical requirements for local admin rights.

Martin is one of the longest-serving Wikimedia stewards, who received the Wikimedia Laureate award for 2024.
| keywords = DCW Conversation Hour
| image = DCW Conversation Hour, June 2026.png
}}

Deoband Community Wikimedia

2026-06-19T14:50:16Z

Aafi: Exploring Urdu, June 2026

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{{notitle}}__NOTOC__ __NOEDITSECTION__<div style="text-align: left; font-size: larger; margin:1em 0;">Deoband Community Wikimedia is an independent recognised affiliate of the Wikimedia Foundation, having a focus on global Muslim academia, scholarship, history and culture.<br>
We support people and organisations to contribute to Wikipedia, Wikidata and other Wikimedia platforms through events, training and partnerships.</div>
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===Spotlight===
[[File:Exploring Urdu, June 2026.png|300px|link=:Exploring Urdu, June 2026]]<br> Contribute '''[[Exploring Urdu, June 2026|thematic content to Urdu Wikipedia and Wikiquote]]''', and win prizes!
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===Announcements and News===
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Exploring Urdu, June 2026

2026-06-15T07:09:49Z

Aafi: prizes, updates

{{event
| start_date = 2026/06/14 06:31 PM UTC
| end_date = 2026/06/30 06:29 PM UTC
| timezone = 5.5
| region = Online Mode
| location = Wiki
| coordinates =
| link =
| short_description = Contribute knowledge related to Urdu and win prizes!
| description = We are inviting Urdu-language enthusiasts to participate in a 15-day-long content contribution drive on Urdu Wikipedia and Urdu Wikiquote, and help improve the digital footprint of the language. The themes include classical Indian Urdu scholarship, academia, books, institutions, and the development of the Urdu language, as well as contemporary works related to the language.

;Urdu Wikipedia
Contribute new entries or improve existing entries with more than 150 words (excluding citations) and then submit your entries on [https://fountain.toolforge.org/editathons/exur062026 Fountain dashboard].

;Urdu Wikiquote
Contribute more than two quotations on a single article (new/old), and maintain a list of your contributions on your sub-page. Kindly avoid poetry. To create your sub-page, please follow '''[https://ur.wikiquote.org/wiki/Special:MyPage/فہرست_برائے_ایکسپلورنگ_اردو_مسابقہ this link]'''

;Prizes
We have top-three prizes for both the contests
* First: 3000 INR
* Second: 1800 INR
* Third: 1200 INR
| keywords = 
| image = Exploring Urdu, June 2026.png
}}

DCW-K Editathon 2026

2026-06-13T18:16:11Z

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{{event
| start_date = 2026/05/10 06:31 PM UTC
| end_date = 2026/06/17 06:29 PM UTC
| timezone = 5.5
| region = Online Mode
| coordinates =
| link =
| short_description = Contribute Articles on Kashmiri Wikipedia and Win Prizes!
| description = Together with the '''[[meta:Kashmiri Wikimedians User Group|Kashmiri Wikimedians User Group]]''', we invite Kashmiri language enthusiasts to contribute to creating and improving content related to global Muslim academia, history, culture, and heritage, and scholarship, on the Kashmiri language Wikipedia. Translations of adequately sourced articles from other Wikipedias are also welcome. Please make sure you have an active account that is not blocked on Kashmiri Wikipedia and submit your articles at the [https://fountain.toolforge.org/editathons/dcw-k4 Fountain tool] between 12:01 AM (11 May) and 11:59 PM (10 June). Previously existing articles can be submitted if they are improved by at least two paragraphs. Should you have any questions, please drop an email at {{nospam|kashmiriwikipedia|gmail.com}}

We have three prizes in the shape of vouchers to help you celebrate:
* INR 3000 - First
* INR 2000 - Second
* INR 1000 - Third
* INR 500 each for the next three participants.

===Your guide to participation===
* You need to have a valid Wikimedia account. See [[:en:Wikipedia:Why create an account?|this page for detailed advice]].
* You are free to create new entries or improve existing entries on the Kashmiri Wikipedia (available at '''[https://ks.wikipedia.org ks.wikipedia.org]'''), as long as you follow core Wikipedia principles of neutrality, reliability, and verifiability.
* The contest is running on the Kashmiri language Wikipedia, and only entries from there are valid for submission. The articles must have been created or improved between '''Monday, 11 May 2026, 12:01 am''' and '''Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 11:59 pm IST''', with a least of 200 words.
* The entries must be related to the theme envisioned by the Deoband Community Wikimedia on '''[[Vision & Objectives]]'''. The pool is diverse: biographies, Islamic history, literature, books, and much more.
* Submit your entries for evaluation on '''[https://fountain.toolforge.org/editathons/dcw-k4 this dedicated Fountain tool].'''
| keywords = DCW-K Editathon
| image = DCW-K Editathon, May 2026.png
}}

Deoband Community Wikimedia

2026-06-13T18:15:02Z

Aafi: updates

Heritage Lens - Iteration 8

2026-06-13T18:14:23Z

Aafi: Heritage Lens - Iteration 8

__NOTITLE__
{{event
| start_date = 2026/06/11 06:31:00 PM UTC
| end_date = 2026/06/15 06:29:00 PM UTC
| timezone = 5.5
| region = Offline Mode
| location = Gurez Valley
| coordinates =
| link = ''not applicable''
| short_description = Bringing undocumented Heritage from Gurez Valley to Wikimedia Commons
| description = The seventh iteration of [[Heritage Lens]] aims to bring some of the undocumented heritage from Gurez Valley to Wikimedia Commons. Our fellow for this iteration is [[commons:User:Afreen Banday|Afreen Banday]].
| keywords = Heritage Lens
| image = Heritage lens, June 2026.png
|dcw_cost =
}}

Exploring Urdu, June 2026

2026-06-09T05:08:43Z

Aafi: update

{{event
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| end_date = 2026/06/30 06:29 PM UTC
| timezone = 5.5
| region = Online Mode
| location = Wiki
| coordinates =
| link =
| short_description = Contribute knowledge related to Urdu and win prizes!
| description = We are inviting Urdu-language enthusiasts to participate in a 15-day-long content contribution drive on Urdu Wikipedia and Urdu Wikiquote, and help improve the digital footprint of the language. The themes include classical Indian Urdu scholarship, academia, books, institutions, and the development of the Urdu language, as well as contemporary works related to the language.

;Urdu Wikipedia
Contribute new entries or improve existing entries with more than 150 words (excluding citations) and then submit your entries on [https://fountain.toolforge.org/editathons/exur062026 Fountain dashboard].

;Urdu Wikiquote
Contribute more than two quotations on a single article (new/old), and maintain a list of your contributions on your sub-page. Kindly avoid poetry.

;Prizes
''TBD''
| keywords = 
| image = Urdu example.svg
}}

Exploring Urdu, June 2026

2026-06-09T05:08:23Z

Aafi: note

{{event
| start_date = 2026/06/14 06:31 PM UTC
| end_date = 2026/06/30 06:29 PM UTC
| timezone = 5.5
| region = Online Mode
| location = Wiki
| coordinates =
| link =
| short_description = Contribute knowledge related to Urdu and win prizes!
| description = We are inviting Urdu-language enthusiasts to participate in a 15-day-long content contribution drive on Urdu Wikipedia and Urdu Wikiquote, and help improve the digital footprint of the language. The themes include classical Indian Urdu scholarship, academia, books, institutions, and the development of the Urdu language, as well as contemporary works related to the language.

;Urdu Wikipedia
Contribute new entries or improve existing entries with more than 150 words (excluding citations) and then submit your entries on [https://fountain.toolforge.org/editathons/exur062026 Fountain dashboard].

;Urdu Wikiquote
Contribute more than two quotations on a single article (new/old), and maintain a list of your contributions on your sub-page. Kindly avoid poetry.

| keywords = 
| image = Urdu example.svg
}}

Exploring Urdu, June 2026

2026-06-09T05:06:56Z

Aafi: add link

{{event
| start_date = 2026/06/14 06:31 PM UTC
| end_date = 2026/06/30 06:29 PM UTC
| timezone = 5.5
| region = Online Mode
| location = Wiki
| coordinates =
| link =
| short_description = Contribute knowledge related to Urdu and win prizes!
| description = We are inviting Urdu-language enthusiasts to participate in a 15-day-long content contribution drive on Urdu Wikipedia and Urdu Wikiquote, and help improve the digital footprint of the language. The themes include classical Indian Urdu scholarship, academia, books, institutions, and the development of the Urdu language, as well as contemporary works related to the language.

;Urdu Wikipedia
Contribute new entries or improve existing entries with more than 150 words (excluding citations) and then submit your entries on [https://fountain.toolforge.org/editathons/exur062026 Fountain dashboard].

;Urdu Wikiquote
Contribute more than two quotations on a single article (new/old), and maintain a list of your contributions on your sub-page.

| keywords = 
| image = Urdu example.svg
}}

Exploring Urdu, June 2026

2026-06-09T04:47:16Z

Aafi: Exploring Urdu, June 2026

Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, May 2026

2026-05-29T11:30:21Z

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__NOTOC__
{{Notitle}}
{{blog post
| date = 2026-05-15
| image = Logo design sketching.jpg
| authors = [[Communications and Outreach Team]]
| mode = featured
| keywords = 
| description = Applications for our ''Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design'' course, led by Saumyaa Naidu, are open. Secure your seat by '''June 5th'''!
}}
==="How you communicate visually is just as important as what you say."===

Design thinking is the secret to making your voice stand out in a noisy digital world. Most people have the software, but they lack the strategy to make an impact.
Our course is designed to bridge that gap. Led by researcher and designer Saumyaa Naidu, this cohort-based program moves you from design theory to digital execution.

===About the instructor===
[[File:Saumyaa Naidu on Day 0 of ATTT 2025.jpg|thumb|left]]
Based in Bangalore, [https://saumyaanaidu.github.io/ Saumyaa Naidu] is a researcher in digital cultures and digital rights. She holds a BA in Communication Design from the [[:en:National Institute of Fashion Technology|National Institute of Fashion Technology]] (2010) and an MA in Social Design from [[:en:Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi|Ambedkar University]] (2017), in New Delhi.

She has worked with the [[:en:Centre for Internet and Society (India)|Centre for Internet and Society]] as a Policy Officer from May 2016 to January 2020, and as Senior Designer from January 2021 to November 2022.
{{Clear}}

<div style="text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;">
[[File:Visual Communication Course, June 2026.png|center|400 px]]
</div>
===About the course===
Our course, Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, offers a deep dive into the fundamental theories and practical applications of effective design. This program bridges the gap between traditional design principles and modern digital execution, focusing on how to design for specific contexts and audiences.

Throughout the eight sessions, you will move from understanding the design process to mastering complex layouts and data visualizations.

===Details===
*''' Course Begins:''' 13th June 2026
* '''Format:''' 8 virtual sessions of 1 hour and 30 minutes each.
* '''Schedule:''' Saturdays, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
* '''Level:''' Beginner to Intermediate.
* '''Communication Platforms:''' Google Classroom for assignments & Telegram for coordination and questions.
* '''Primary Design Tool:''' Affinity.

===Course Outline===
{| class="wikitable" style="background-color: #f0f7ff; "width= 100%;"
! Session !! Topic & Objectives
|-
| '''Week 1''' || '''Fundamentals of Communication Design:''' Messaging, media, audience, and visual storytelling.
|-
| '''Week 2''' || '''Elements & Principles of Design:''' Composition, Gestalt’s Principles, and introductory semiotics.
|-
| '''Week 3''' || '''Colour Theory:''' Colour wheels, harmonies, interaction and psychological perception of colour.
|-
| '''Week 4''' || '''Typography:''' Anatomy, kerning, glyph repertoire, font pairings, and typographic composition for digital impact.
|-
| '''Week 5''' || '''Publication Design:''' Layout, grid systems and page composition for print and digital media.
|-
| '''Week 6''' || '''Information Design:''' Infographics, iconography, and data visualisations.
|-
| '''Week 7''' || '''Designing for Digital Media:''' File formats, color types, accessibility, and ethics.
|-
| '''Week 8''' || '''Final Presentation:''' Presentation of the final infographic and group feedback.
|}

===Course Outcome===
# '''Conceptualize Immersive Narratives:''' Transition from simply presenting information to building compelling visual stories
# '''Adopt a Structured Design Process:''' Implement the "Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver" workflow to ensure every creative decision is rooted in strategy.
# '''Apply Visual Psychology:''' Learn to use Gestalt’s Principles and Semiotic Thinking to guide audience perception and create compositions that demand attention.
# '''Translate Complex Data:''' Convert raw, diverse datasets into intuitive and accessible infographics.
# '''Execute Technical Standards:''' Understand the nuances of CMYK/RGB, file formats, and responsive design for digital age.
# '''Strategic Conceptualization:''' Ability to chart out the intersection of message, media, and audience to build cohesive communication strategies.
# '''Implement Ethical Communication:''' Apply the principles of accessibility, usability, and ethics to ensure your designs are inclusive and responsible.
# '''Develop Collaborative Soft Skills:''' Participate in group critiques and interactive showcase sessions, developing the soft skills necessary to provide and implement professional design feedback.
# ''' Earn Certification:''' Receive an official Certificate of Completion recognizing your skills in Visual Communication.

===Prerequisites===
* '''Tools:''' You will need to install and sign up for Affinity during the course.
* '''Software Knowledge:''' A working knowledge of graphic design software (like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva) is recommended to get the most out of the technical sessions.
*'''Stationery:''' For the first two weeks, please have basic supplies ready (A4 sheets, pencils, scissors, and 2-3 old magazines for collage activities).

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; border: 2px solid #ffd700; border-radius: 8px;"
|- style="background-color: #fff9e6;"
| style="background-color: #fff9e6; padding: 15px;" |
=== Join the First Cohort ===

'''Registration Fee:''' INR 400
: ''Note: This nominal fee is dedicated entirely to the resources required for the course.''

'''Availability:''' Seats are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality, personal experience for every student.

----
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'''[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQRH-chsWemzK_q5rLrkKq3PAu3pNfdeIZ9f3kPtDEC77fyQ/viewform?usp=dialog| Apply for the Course Here]'''
</div>
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Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, May 2026

2026-05-29T11:27:06Z

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__NOTOC__
{{Notitle}}
{{blog post
| date = 2026-05-15
| image = Logo design sketching.jpg
| authors = [[Communications and Outreach Team]]
| mode = featured
| keywords = 
| description = Applications for our ''Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design'' course, led by Saumyaa Naidu, are open. Secure your seat by '''June 5th'''!
}}
==="How you communicate visually is just as important as what you say."===

Design thinking is the secret to making your voice stand out in a noisy digital world. Most people have the software, but they lack the strategy to make an impact.
Our course is designed to bridge that gap. Led by researcher and designer Saumyaa Naidu, this cohort-based program moves you from design theory to digital execution.

===About the instructor===
[[File:Saumyaa Naidu on Day 0 of ATTT 2025.jpg|thumb|left]]
Based in Bangalore, [https://saumyaanaidu.github.io/ Saumyaa Naidu] is a researcher in digital cultures and digital rights. She holds a BA in Communication Design from the [[:en:National Institute of Fashion Technology|National Institute of Fashion Technology]] (2010) and an MA in Social Design from [[:en:Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi|Ambedkar University]] (2017), in New Delhi.

She has worked with the [[:en:Centre for Internet and Society (India)|Centre for Internet and Society]] as a Policy Officer from May 2016 to January 2020, and as Senior Designer from January 2021 to November 2022.
{{Clear}}

<div style="text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;">
[[File:Visual Communication Course June 2026.png|center|400 px]]
</div>
===About the course===
Our course, Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, offers a deep dive into the fundamental theories and practical applications of effective design. This program bridges the gap between traditional design principles and modern digital execution, focusing on how to design for specific contexts and audiences.

Throughout the eight sessions, you will move from understanding the design process to mastering complex layouts and data visualizations.

===Details===
*''' Course Begins:''' 13th June 2026
* '''Format:''' 8 virtual sessions of 1 hour and 30 minutes each.
* '''Schedule:''' Saturdays, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
* '''Level:''' Beginner to Intermediate.
* '''Communication Platforms:''' Google Classroom for assignments & Telegram for coordination and questions.
* '''Primary Design Tool:''' Affinity.

===Course Outline===
{| class="wikitable" style="background-color: #f0f7ff; "width= 100%;"
! Session !! Topic & Objectives
|-
| '''Week 1''' || '''Fundamentals of Communication Design:''' Messaging, media, audience, and visual storytelling.
|-
| '''Week 2''' || '''Elements & Principles of Design:''' Composition, Gestalt’s Principles, and introductory semiotics.
|-
| '''Week 3''' || '''Colour Theory:''' Colour wheels, harmonies, interaction and psychological perception of colour.
|-
| '''Week 4''' || '''Typography:''' Anatomy, kerning, glyph repertoire, font pairings, and typographic composition for digital impact.
|-
| '''Week 5''' || '''Publication Design:''' Layout, grid systems and page composition for print and digital media.
|-
| '''Week 6''' || '''Information Design:''' Infographics, iconography, and data visualisations.
|-
| '''Week 7''' || '''Designing for Digital Media:''' File formats, color types, accessibility, and ethics.
|-
| '''Week 8''' || '''Final Presentation:''' Presentation of the final infographic and group feedback.
|}

===Course Outcome===
# '''Conceptualize Immersive Narratives:''' Transition from simply presenting information to building compelling visual stories
# '''Adopt a Structured Design Process:''' Implement the "Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver" workflow to ensure every creative decision is rooted in strategy.
# '''Apply Visual Psychology:''' Learn to use Gestalt’s Principles and Semiotic Thinking to guide audience perception and create compositions that demand attention.
# '''Translate Complex Data:''' Convert raw, diverse datasets into intuitive and accessible infographics.
# '''Execute Technical Standards:''' Understand the nuances of CMYK/RGB, file formats, and responsive design for digital age.
# '''Strategic Conceptualization:''' Ability to chart out the intersection of message, media, and audience to build cohesive communication strategies.
# '''Implement Ethical Communication:''' Apply the principles of accessibility, usability, and ethics to ensure your designs are inclusive and responsible.
# '''Develop Collaborative Soft Skills:''' Participate in group critiques and interactive showcase sessions, developing the soft skills necessary to provide and implement professional design feedback.
# ''' Earn Certification:''' Receive an official Certificate of Completion recognizing your skills in Visual Communication.

===Prerequisites===
* '''Tools:''' You will need to install and sign up for Affinity during the course.
* '''Software Knowledge:''' A working knowledge of graphic design software (like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva) is recommended to get the most out of the technical sessions.
*'''Stationery:''' For the first two weeks, please have basic supplies ready (A4 sheets, pencils, scissors, and 2-3 old magazines for collage activities).

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; border: 2px solid #ffd700; border-radius: 8px;"
|- style="background-color: #fff9e6;"
| style="background-color: #fff9e6; padding: 15px;" |
=== Join the First Cohort ===

'''Registration Fee:''' INR 400
: ''Note: This nominal fee is dedicated entirely to the resources required for the course.''

'''Availability:''' Seats are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality, personal experience for every student.

----
<div style="text-align: center; font-size: 1.2em;">
'''[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQRH-chsWemzK_q5rLrkKq3PAu3pNfdeIZ9f3kPtDEC77fyQ/viewform?usp=dialog| Apply for the Course Here]'''
</div>
|}

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DCW Progress Prism, May 2026

2026-05-29T06:22:44Z

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|start_date=2026-05-31 02:30:00 PM UTC
|end_date=2026-05-31 04:00:00 PM UTC
|timezone=5.5
|region=Online Mode
|location= Google Meet
|link= dcwwiki.org/meet
|short_description=14th DCW Progress Prism Conversation
|description=Community discussions, initiatives, programs, achievements, and more.
|image= DCW Progress Prism, May 2026.png
}}
__NOTITLE__

DCW Progress Prism

2026-05-29T06:19:38Z

Aafi: /* Most recent */ +1

'''DCW Progress Prism''' is the [[Deoband Community Wikimedia]]'s engagement call, which focuses on fostering sustainable growth within the affiliate as part of the global Wikimedia movement. This title reflects the call's purpose, encompassing discussions about the DCW's past achievements, its current endeavors, and the future progress it aspires to achieve. Moreover, it underscores how the DCW can contribute to the broader global movement of knowledge-sharing.

===History===
The [[Deoband Community Wikimedia]]'s guiding principle has been always to '''[[:meta:Movement Strategy/Recommendations/Evaluate, Iterate, and Adapt|Evaluate, Iterate, and Adapt]]''', to further the [[:meta:Movement Strategy/Recommendations|Movement Strategy Recommendations]], contributing in the wider [[:meta:Movement Strategy|Movement Strategy Initiatives]] set for 2030. Previously, the DCW used to organise a monthly offline meetup in New Delhi, which subject to its [[:meta:Deoband Community Wikimedia/Strategic Trajectory|strategic trajectory]] was shifted to online mode in April 2023. In 2023, we conducted two offline community meetings in Delhi, on 18 February and 20 March respectively. Subsequently, all of the community calls were shifted to online mode from April 2023 onwards. The meetings were subsequently held through Google Meet on: 26 April, 23 May, 25 June, 31 July, 31 August, 30 October, and 28 November 2023, post which, the frequency of the call was also modified.

===Most recent===

{{#linkcards:
|link1 = DCW Progress Prism, May 2026
|title1= 31 May 2026
|image1= DCW Progress Prism, May 2026.png
|body1 = Community updates, initiatives, and more

}}

{{#linkcards:
|link1 = DCW Progress Prism, August 2025
|title1= 31 August 2025
|image1= DCW Progress Prism August 2025.png
|body1 = This call focused on TAW planning and several other updates from communities

| link2 = DCW Progress Prism January 2025
| title2 = 12 January 2025
| image2 = DCW Progress Prism, January 2025.png
| body2 = In this call, we particularly focused on DCW Board Elections and 2025 plans.

| link3 = DCW Progress Prism September 2024
| title3 = 28 Septemebr 2024
| image3 = DCW Progress Prism, September 2024.png
| body3 = In this call, we reviewed our contributions from April 2024 - September 2024 term, and discussed the activity plan for October 2024 - March 2025 term.

| link4 = DCW Progress Prism April 2024
| title4 = 15 April 2024
| image4 = DCW Progress Prism April 2024.png
| body4 = In this call, our focus was on Movement Charter and Affiliate Strategy!
}}

[[Category:DCW Progress Prism]]

DCW Progress Prism, May 2026

2026-05-29T06:11:59Z

Aafi: ++

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|short_description=14th DCW Progress Prism Conversation
|description=Community discussions, initiatives, programs, achievements, and more.
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Revive Your Community: Lessons from Wikimedia Sicily

2026-05-23T16:59:13Z

Aafi: + YT

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| start_date = 2026/05/22 01:30 PM UTC
| end_date = 2026/05/22 02:30 PM UTC
| timezone = 5.5
| region = Online Mode
| location = Teams
| coordinates =
| link = https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/4892275571097?p=pgC9PSFCyUxdXj8Nhp
| short_description = 41st DCW Conversation Hour
| description = This edition of the DCW Conversation Hour will deconstruct the successful revival of the Wikimedians in Sicily and the growth of Wiki Sud Italia. It features [[:meta:User:Auregann|Lea Lacroix]], Community Engagement Consultant, founder of Wiki Sud Italia and Wikimedia Consultants Network.
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The conversation will explore the specific methods used to re-engage volunteers, secure resources, and build lasting regional partnerships, and is specially designed for community organizers, movement leaders, and volunteers eager to learn proven methods for sustainable growth.

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| image = DCW Conversation Hour, May 2026.png
}}

Revive Your Community: Lessons from Wikimedia Sicily

2026-05-22T13:33:30Z

Aafi: link

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| start_date = 2026/05/22 01:30 PM UTC
| end_date = 2026/05/22 02:30 PM UTC
| timezone = 5.5
| region = Online Mode
| location = Teams
| coordinates =
| link = https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/4892275571097?p=pgC9PSFCyUxdXj8Nhp
| short_description = 41st DCW Conversation Hour
| description = This edition of the DCW Conversation Hour will deconstruct the successful revival of the Wikimedians in Sicily and the growth of Wiki Sud Italia. It features [[:meta:User:Auregann|Lea Lacroix]], Community Engagement Consultant, founder of Wiki Sud Italia and Wikimedia Consultants Network.

The conversation will explore the specific methods used to re-engage volunteers, secure resources, and build lasting regional partnerships, and is specially designed for community organizers, movement leaders, and volunteers eager to learn proven methods for sustainable growth.

| keywords = DCW Conversation Hour
| image = DCW Conversation Hour, May 2026.png
}}

Member:Mehreen

2026-05-22T09:42:41Z

Aafi: /* Showcase */ sequence

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| title = Intern, [[Communications and Outreach Team|CaO Team]]
| organization = Deoband Community Wikimedia
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| my-work = Graphic design and visual support for community communications, including posters and digital graphics. I work on improving clarity, readability, and overall visual quality, while learning Wikimedia workflows and contributing to more effective knowledge sharing.
| about-me = I am a student and a six-month graphic design intern with Deoband Community Wikimedia, having started in January. My work focuses on improving the clarity, visual quality, and readability of graphics used for community outreach and documentation. Through this role, I aim to contribute to more effective knowledge sharing while learning how the Wikimedia ecosystem functions, so I can participate in projects in a more informed and meaningful way.
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Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, May 2026

2026-05-19T10:16:02Z

Aafi: Try

__NOTOC__
{{Notitle}}
{{blog post
| date = 2026-05-15
| image = Logo design sketching.jpg
| authors = [[Communications and Outreach Team]]
| mode = featured
| keywords = 
| description = Applications for our ''Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design'' course, led by Saumyaa Naidu, are open. Secure your seat by May 31st!
}}
==="How you communicate visually is just as important as what you say."===

Design thinking is the secret to making your voice stand out in a noisy digital world. Most people have the software, but they lack the strategy to make an impact.
Our course is designed to bridge that gap. Led by researcher and designer Saumyaa Naidu, this cohort-based program moves you from design theory to digital execution.

===About the instructor===
[[File:Saumyaa Naidu on Day 0 of ATTT 2025.jpg|thumb|left]]
Based in Bangalore, [https://saumyaanaidu.github.io/ Saumyaa Naidu] is a researcher in digital cultures and digital rights. She holds a BA in Communication Design from the [[:en:National Institute of Fashion Technology|National Institute of Fashion Technology]] (2010) and an MA in Social Design from [[:en:Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi|Ambedkar University]] (2017), in New Delhi.

She has worked with the [[:en:Centre for Internet and Society (India)|Centre for Internet and Society]] as a Policy Officer from May 2016 to January 2020, and as Senior Designer from January 2021 to November 2022.

===About the course===
[[File:Visual Communication Course.png|thumb|center]]
Our course, Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, offers a deep dive into the fundamental theories and practical applications of effective design. This program bridges the gap between traditional design principles and modern digital execution, focusing on how to design for specific contexts and audiences.

Throughout the eight sessions, you will move from understanding the design process to mastering complex layouts and data visualizations.

===Details===
*''' Course Begins:''' 13th June 2026
* '''Format:''' 8 virtual sessions of 1 hour and 30 minutes each.
* '''Schedule:''' Saturdays, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
* '''Level:''' Beginner to Intermediate.
* '''Communication Platforms:''' Google Classroom for assignments & Telegram for coordination and questions.
* '''Primary Design Tool:''' Affinity.

===Course Outline===
{| class="wikitable" style="background-color: #f0f7ff; "width= 100%;"
! Session !! Topic & Objectives
|-
| '''Week 1''' || '''Fundamentals of Communication Design:''' Messaging, media, audience, and visual storytelling.
|-
| '''Week 2''' || '''Elements & Principles of Design:''' Composition, Gestalt’s Principles, and introductory semiotics.
|-
| '''Week 3''' || '''Colour Theory:''' Colour wheels, harmonies, interaction and psychological perception of colour.
|-
| '''Week 4''' || '''Typography:''' Anatomy, kerning, glyph repertoire, font pairings, and typographic composition for digital impact.
|-
| '''Week 5''' || '''Publication Design:''' Layout, grid systems and page composition for print and digital media.
|-
| '''Week 6''' || '''Information Design:''' Infographics, iconography, and data visualisations.
|-
| '''Week 7''' || '''Designing for Digital Media:''' File formats, color types, accessibility, and ethics.
|-
| '''Week 8''' || '''Final Presentation:''' Presentation of the final infographic and group feedback.
|}

===Course Outcome===
# '''Conceptualize Immersive Narratives:''' Transition from simply presenting information to building compelling visual stories
# '''Adopt a Structured Design Process:''' Implement the "Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver" workflow to ensure every creative decision is rooted in strategy.
# '''Apply Visual Psychology:''' Learn to use Gestalt’s Principles and Semiotic Thinking to guide audience perception and create compositions that demand attention.
# '''Translate Complex Data:''' Convert raw, diverse datasets into intuitive and accessible infographics.
# '''Execute Technical Standards:''' Understand the nuances of CMYK/RGB, file formats, and responsive design for digital age.
# '''Strategic Conceptualization:''' Ability to chart out the intersection of message, media, and audience to build cohesive communication strategies.
# '''Implement Ethical Communication:''' Apply the principles of accessibility, usability, and ethics to ensure your designs are inclusive and responsible.
# '''Develop Collaborative Soft Skills:''' Participate in group critiques and interactive showcase sessions, developing the soft skills necessary to provide and implement professional design feedback.
# ''' Earn Certification:''' Receive an official Certificate of Completion recognizing your skills in Visual Communication.

===Prerequisites===
* '''Tools:''' You will need to install and sign up for Affinity during the course.
* '''Software Knowledge:''' A working knowledge of graphic design software (like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva) is recommended to get the most out of the technical sessions.
*'''Stationery:''' For the first two weeks, please have basic supplies ready (A4 sheets, pencils, scissors, and 2-3 old magazines for collage activities).

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; background-color: #fff9e6; border: 2px solid #ffd700; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px;"
|-
|
=== Join the First Cohort ===

'''Registration Fee:''' INR 400
: ''Note: This nominal fee is dedicated entirely to the resources required for the course.''

'''Availability:''' Seats are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality, personal experience for every student.

----
<div style="text-align: center; font-size: 1.2em;">
'''[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQRH-chsWemzK_q5rLrkKq3PAu3pNfdeIZ9f3kPtDEC77fyQ/viewform?usp=dialog| Apply for the Course Here]'''
</div>
|}

Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, May 2026

2026-05-19T10:11:02Z

Aafi: rv

__NOTOC__
{{Notitle}}
{{blog post
| date = 2026-05-15
| image = Logo design sketching.jpg
| authors = [[Communications and Outreach Team]]
| mode = featured
| keywords = 
| description = Applications for our ''Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design'' course, led by Saumyaa Naidu, are open. Secure your seat by May 31st!
}}
==="How you communicate visually is just as important as what you say."===

Design thinking is the secret to making your voice stand out in a noisy digital world. Most people have the software, but they lack the strategy to make an impact.
Our course is designed to bridge that gap. Led by researcher and designer Saumyaa Naidu, this cohort-based program moves you from design theory to digital execution.

===About the instructor===
[[File:Saumyaa Naidu on Day 0 of ATTT 2025.jpg|thumb|left|]]
Based in Bangalore, [https://saumyaanaidu.github.io/ Saumyaa Naidu] is a researcher in digital cultures and digital rights. She holds a BA in Communication Design from the [[:en:National Institute of Fashion Technology|National Institute of Fashion Technology]] (2010) and an MA in Social Design from [[:en:Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi|Ambedkar University]] (2017), in New Delhi.

She has worked with the [[:en:Centre for Internet and Society (India)|Centre for Internet and Society]] as a Policy Officer from May 2016 to January 2020, and as Senior Designer from January 2021 to November 2022.

===About the course===
Our course, Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, offers a deep dive into the fundamental theories and practical applications of effective design. This program bridges the gap between traditional design principles and modern digital execution, focusing on how to design for specific contexts and audiences.

Throughout the eight sessions, you will move from understanding the design process to mastering complex layouts and data visualizations.

===Details===
*''' Course Begins:''' 13th June 2026
* '''Format:''' 8 virtual sessions of 1 hour and 30 minutes each.
* '''Schedule:''' Saturdays, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
* '''Level:''' Beginner to Intermediate.
* '''Communication Platforms:''' Google Classroom for assignments & Telegram for coordination and questions.
* '''Primary Design Tool:''' Affinity.

===Course Outline===
{| class="wikitable" style="background-color: #f0f7ff; "width= 100%;"
! Session !! Topic & Objectives
|-
| '''Week 1''' || '''Fundamentals of Communication Design:''' Messaging, media, audience, and visual storytelling.
|-
| '''Week 2''' || '''Elements & Principles of Design:''' Composition, Gestalt’s Principles, and introductory semiotics.
|-
| '''Week 3''' || '''Colour Theory:''' Colour wheels, harmonies, interaction and psychological perception of colour.
|-
| '''Week 4''' || '''Typography:''' Anatomy, kerning, glyph repertoire, font pairings, and typographic composition for digital impact.
|-
| '''Week 5''' || '''Publication Design:''' Layout, grid systems and page composition for print and digital media.
|-
| '''Week 6''' || '''Information Design:''' Infographics, iconography, and data visualisations.
|-
| '''Week 7''' || '''Designing for Digital Media:''' File formats, color types, accessibility, and ethics.
|-
| '''Week 8''' || '''Final Presentation:''' Presentation of the final infographic and group feedback.
|}

===Course Outcome===
# '''Conceptualize Immersive Narratives:''' Transition from simply presenting information to building compelling visual stories
# '''Adopt a Structured Design Process:''' Implement the "Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver" workflow to ensure every creative decision is rooted in strategy.
# '''Apply Visual Psychology:''' Learn to use Gestalt’s Principles and Semiotic Thinking to guide audience perception and create compositions that demand attention.
# '''Translate Complex Data:''' Convert raw, diverse datasets into intuitive and accessible infographics.
# '''Execute Technical Standards:''' Understand the nuances of CMYK/RGB, file formats, and responsive design for digital age.
# '''Strategic Conceptualization:''' Ability to chart out the intersection of message, media, and audience to build cohesive communication strategies.
# '''Implement Ethical Communication:''' Apply the principles of accessibility, usability, and ethics to ensure your designs are inclusive and responsible.
# '''Develop Collaborative Soft Skills:''' Participate in group critiques and interactive showcase sessions, developing the soft skills necessary to provide and implement professional design feedback.
# ''' Earn Certification:''' Receive an official Certificate of Completion recognizing your skills in Visual Communication.

===Prerequisites===
* '''Tools:''' You will need to install and sign up for Affinity during the course.
* '''Software Knowledge:''' A working knowledge of graphic design software (like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva) is recommended to get the most out of the technical sessions.
*'''Stationery:''' For the first two weeks, please have basic supplies ready (A4 sheets, pencils, scissors, and 2-3 old magazines for collage activities).

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; background-color: #fff9e6; border: 2px solid #ffd700; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px;"
|-
|
=== Join the First Cohort ===

'''Registration Fee:''' INR 400
: ''Note: This nominal fee is dedicated entirely to the resources required for the course.''

'''Availability:''' Seats are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality, personal experience for every student.

----
<div style="text-align: center; font-size: 1.2em;">
'''[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQRH-chsWemzK_q5rLrkKq3PAu3pNfdeIZ9f3kPtDEC77fyQ/viewform?usp=dialog| Apply for the Course Here]'''
</div>
|}

Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, May 2026

2026-05-19T10:10:10Z

Aafi: try

__NOTOC__
{{Notitle}}
{{blog post
| date = 2026-05-15
| image = Logo design sketching.jpg
| authors = [[Communications and Outreach Team]]
| mode = featured
| keywords = 
| description = Applications for our ''Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design'' course, led by Saumyaa Naidu, are open. Secure your seat by May 31st!
}}
==="How you communicate visually is just as important as what you say."===

Design thinking is the secret to making your voice stand out in a noisy digital world. Most people have the software, but they lack the strategy to make an impact.
Our course is designed to bridge that gap. Led by researcher and designer Saumyaa Naidu, this cohort-based program moves you from design theory to digital execution.

===About the instructor===
[[File:Saumyaa Naidu on Day 0 of ATTT 2025.jpg|thumb|left|]]
Based in Bangalore, [https://saumyaanaidu.github.io/ Saumyaa Naidu] is a researcher in digital cultures and digital rights. She holds a BA in Communication Design from the [[:en:National Institute of Fashion Technology|National Institute of Fashion Technology]] (2010) and an MA in Social Design from [[:en:Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi|Ambedkar University]] (2017), in New Delhi.

She has worked with the [[:en:Centre for Internet and Society (India)|Centre for Internet and Society]] as a Policy Officer from May 2016 to January 2020, and as Senior Designer from January 2021 to November 2022.

===About the course===
Our course, Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, offers a deep dive into the fundamental theories and practical applications of effective design. This program bridges the gap between traditional design principles and modern digital execution, focusing on how to design for specific contexts and audiences.

Throughout the eight sessions, you will move from understanding the design process to mastering complex layouts and data visualizations.

===Details===
*''' Course Begins:''' 13th June 2026
* '''Format:''' 8 virtual sessions of 1 hour and 30 minutes each.
* '''Schedule:''' Saturdays, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
* '''Level:''' Beginner to Intermediate.
* '''Communication Platforms:''' Google Classroom for assignments & Telegram for coordination and questions.
* '''Primary Design Tool:''' Affinity.

===Course Outline===
{| class="wikitable" style="background-color: #f0f7ff; "width= 100%;"
! Session !! Topic & Objectives
|-
| '''Week 1''' || '''Fundamentals of Communication Design:''' Messaging, media, audience, and visual storytelling.
|-
| '''Week 2''' || '''Elements & Principles of Design:''' Composition, Gestalt’s Principles, and introductory semiotics.
|-
| '''Week 3''' || '''Colour Theory:''' Colour wheels, harmonies, interaction and psychological perception of colour.
|-
| '''Week 4''' || '''Typography:''' Anatomy, kerning, glyph repertoire, font pairings, and typographic composition for digital impact.
|-
| '''Week 5''' || '''Publication Design:''' Layout, grid systems and page composition for print and digital media.
|-
| '''Week 6''' || '''Information Design:''' Infographics, iconography, and data visualisations.
|-
| '''Week 7''' || '''Designing for Digital Media:''' File formats, color types, accessibility, and ethics.
|-
| '''Week 8''' || '''Final Presentation:''' Presentation of the final infographic and group feedback.
|}

===Course Outcome===
[[File:Visual Communication Course.png|thumb|align=center]]
# '''Conceptualize Immersive Narratives:''' Transition from simply presenting information to building compelling visual stories
# '''Adopt a Structured Design Process:''' Implement the "Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver" workflow to ensure every creative decision is rooted in strategy.
# '''Apply Visual Psychology:''' Learn to use Gestalt’s Principles and Semiotic Thinking to guide audience perception and create compositions that demand attention.
# '''Translate Complex Data:''' Convert raw, diverse datasets into intuitive and accessible infographics.
# '''Execute Technical Standards:''' Understand the nuances of CMYK/RGB, file formats, and responsive design for digital age.
# '''Strategic Conceptualization:''' Ability to chart out the intersection of message, media, and audience to build cohesive communication strategies.
# '''Implement Ethical Communication:''' Apply the principles of accessibility, usability, and ethics to ensure your designs are inclusive and responsible.
# '''Develop Collaborative Soft Skills:''' Participate in group critiques and interactive showcase sessions, developing the soft skills necessary to provide and implement professional design feedback.
# ''' Earn Certification:''' Receive an official Certificate of Completion recognizing your skills in Visual Communication.

===Prerequisites===
* '''Tools:''' You will need to install and sign up for Affinity during the course.
* '''Software Knowledge:''' A working knowledge of graphic design software (like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva) is recommended to get the most out of the technical sessions.
*'''Stationery:''' For the first two weeks, please have basic supplies ready (A4 sheets, pencils, scissors, and 2-3 old magazines for collage activities).

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; background-color: #fff9e6; border: 2px solid #ffd700; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px;"
|-
|
=== Join the First Cohort ===

'''Registration Fee:''' INR 400
: ''Note: This nominal fee is dedicated entirely to the resources required for the course.''

'''Availability:''' Seats are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality, personal experience for every student.

----
<div style="text-align: center; font-size: 1.2em;">
'''[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQRH-chsWemzK_q5rLrkKq3PAu3pNfdeIZ9f3kPtDEC77fyQ/viewform?usp=dialog| Apply for the Course Here]'''
</div>
|}

Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, May 2026

2026-05-18T06:45:42Z

Aafi: add image

__NOTOC__
{{Notitle}}
{{blog post
| date = 2026-05-15
| image = Logo design sketching.jpg
| authors = [[Communications and Outreach Team]]
| mode = featured
| keywords = 
| description = Applications for our ''Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design'' course, led by Saumyaa Naidu, are open. Secure your seat by May 31st!
}}
==="How you communicate visually is just as important as what you say."===

Design thinking is the secret to making your voice stand out in a noisy digital world. Most people have the software, but they lack the strategy to make an impact.
Our course is designed to bridge that gap. Led by researcher and designer Saumyaa Naidu, this cohort-based program moves you from design theory to digital execution.

===About the instructor===
[[File:Saumyaa Naidu on Day 0 of ATTT 2025.jpg|thumb|left|Saumyaa Naidu in October 2025]]
Based in Bangalore, [https://saumyaanaidu.github.io/ Saumyaa Naidu] is a researcher in digital cultures and digital rights. She holds a BA in Communication Design from the [[:en:National Institute of Fashion Technology|National Institute of Fashion Technology]] (2010) and an MA in Social Design from [[:en:Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi|Ambedkar University]] (2017), in New Delhi. She has worked with the [[:en:Centre for Internet and Society (India)|Centre for Internet and Society]] as a Policy Officer from May 2016 to January 2020, and as Senior Designer from January 2021 to November 2022.

===About the course===
Our course, Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, offers a deep dive into the fundamental theories and practical applications of effective design. This program bridges the gap between traditional design principles and modern digital execution, focusing on how to design for specific contexts and audiences.

Throughout the eight sessions, you will move from understanding the design process to mastering complex layouts and data visualizations.

===Details===
*''' Course Begins:''' 13th June 2026
* '''Format:''' 8 virtual sessions of 1 hour and 30 minutes each.
* '''Schedule:''' Saturdays, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
* '''Level:''' Beginner to Intermediate.
* '''Communication Platforms:''' Google Classroom for assignments & Telegram for coordination and questions.
* '''Primary Design Tool:''' Affinity.

===Course Outline===
{| class="wikitable" style="background-color: #f0f7ff; "width= 100%;"
! Session !! Topic & Objectives
|-
| '''Week 1''' || '''Fundamentals of Communication Design:''' Messaging, media, audience, and visual storytelling.
|-
| '''Week 2''' || '''Elements & Principles of Design:''' Composition, Gestalt’s Principles, and introductory semiotics.
|-
| '''Week 3''' || '''Colour Theory:''' Colour wheels, harmonies, interaction and psychological perception of colour.
|-
| '''Week 4''' || '''Typography:''' Anatomy, kerning, glyph repertoire, font pairings, and typographic composition for digital impact.
|-
| '''Week 5''' || '''Publication Design:''' Layout, grid systems and page composition for print and digital media.
|-
| '''Week 6''' || '''Information Design:''' Infographics, iconography, and data visualisations.
|-
| '''Week 7''' || '''Designing for Digital Media:''' File formats, color types, accessibility, and ethics.
|-
| '''Week 8''' || '''Final Presentation:''' Presentation of the final infographic and group feedback.
|}

===Course Outcome===
# '''Conceptualize Immersive Narratives:''' Transition from simply presenting information to building compelling visual stories
# '''Adopt a Structured Design Process:''' Implement the "Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver" workflow to ensure every creative decision is rooted in strategy.
# '''Apply Visual Psychology:''' Learn to use Gestalt’s Principles and Semiotic Thinking to guide audience perception and create compositions that demand attention.
# '''Translate Complex Data:''' Convert raw, diverse datasets into intuitive and accessible infographics.
# '''Execute Technical Standards:''' Understand the nuances of CMYK/RGB, file formats, and responsive design for digital age.
# '''Strategic Conceptualization:''' Ability to chart out the intersection of message, media, and audience to build cohesive communication strategies.
# '''Implement Ethical Communication:''' Apply the principles of accessibility, usability, and ethics to ensure your designs are inclusive and responsible.
# '''Develop Collaborative Soft Skills:''' Participate in group critiques and interactive showcase sessions, developing the soft skills necessary to provide and implement professional design feedback.
# ''' Earn Certification:''' Receive an official Certificate of Completion recognizing your skills in Visual Communication.

===Prerequisites===
* '''Tools:''' You will need to install and sign up for Affinity during the course.
* '''Software Knowledge:''' A working knowledge of graphic design software (like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva) is recommended to get the most out of the technical sessions.
*'''Stationery:''' For the first two weeks, please have basic supplies ready (A4 sheets, pencils, scissors, and 2-3 old magazines for collage activities).

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; background-color: #fff9e6; border: 2px solid #ffd700; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px;"
|-
|
=== Join the First Cohort ===

'''Registration Fee:''' INR 400
: ''Note: This nominal fee is dedicated entirely to the resources required for the course.''

'''Availability:''' Seats are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality, personal experience for every student.

----
<div style="text-align: center; font-size: 1.2em;">
'''[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQRH-chsWemzK_q5rLrkKq3PAu3pNfdeIZ9f3kPtDEC77fyQ/viewform?usp=dialog| Apply for the Course Here]'''
</div>
|}

Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, May 2026

2026-05-18T05:39:11Z

Aafi: rv

__NOTOC__
{{Notitle}}
{{blog post
| date = 2026-05-15
| image = Logo design sketching.jpg
| authors = [[Communications and Outreach Team]]
| mode = featured
| keywords = 
| description = Applications for our ''Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design'' course, led by Saumyaa Naidu, are open. Secure your seat by May 31st!
}}
==="How you communicate visually is just as important as what you say."===

Design thinking is the secret to making your voice stand out in a noisy digital world. Most people have the software, but they lack the strategy to make an impact.
Our course is designed to bridge that gap. Led by researcher and designer Saumyaa Naidu, this cohort-based program moves you from design theory to digital execution.

===About the instructor===
Based in Bangalore, [https://saumyaanaidu.github.io/ Saumyaa Naidu] is a researcher in digital cultures and digital rights. She holds a BA in Communication Design from the [[:en:National Institute of Fashion Technology|National Institute of Fashion Technology]] (2010) and an MA in Social Design from [[:en:Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi|Ambedkar University]] (2017), in New Delhi. She has worked with the [[:en:Centre for Internet and Society (India)|Centre for Internet and Society]] as a Policy Officer from May 2016 to January 2020, and as Senior Designer from January 2021 to November 2022.

===About the course===
Our course, Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, offers a deep dive into the fundamental theories and practical applications of effective design. This program bridges the gap between traditional design principles and modern digital execution, focusing on how to design for specific contexts and audiences.

Throughout the eight sessions, you will move from understanding the design process to mastering complex layouts and data visualizations.

===Details===
*''' Course Begins:''' 13th June 2026
* '''Format:''' 8 virtual sessions of 1 hour and 30 minutes each.
* '''Schedule:''' Saturdays, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
* '''Level:''' Beginner to Intermediate.
* '''Communication Platforms:''' Google Classroom for assignments & Telegram for coordination and questions.
* '''Primary Design Tool:''' Affinity.

===Course Outline===
{| class="wikitable" style="background-color: #f0f7ff; "width= 100%;"
! Session !! Topic & Objectives
|-
| '''Week 1''' || '''Fundamentals of Communication Design:''' Messaging, media, audience, and visual storytelling.
|-
| '''Week 2''' || '''Elements & Principles of Design:''' Composition, Gestalt’s Principles, and introductory semiotics.
|-
| '''Week 3''' || '''Colour Theory:''' Colour wheels, harmonies, interaction and psychological perception of colour.
|-
| '''Week 4''' || '''Typography:''' Anatomy, kerning, glyph repertoire, font pairings, and typographic composition for digital impact.
|-
| '''Week 5''' || '''Publication Design:''' Layout, grid systems and page composition for print and digital media.
|-
| '''Week 6''' || '''Information Design:''' Infographics, iconography, and data visualisations.
|-
| '''Week 7''' || '''Designing for Digital Media:''' File formats, color types, accessibility, and ethics.
|-
| '''Week 8''' || '''Final Presentation:''' Presentation of the final infographic and group feedback.
|}

===Course Outcome===
# '''Conceptualize Immersive Narratives:''' Transition from simply presenting information to building compelling visual stories
# '''Adopt a Structured Design Process:''' Implement the "Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver" workflow to ensure every creative decision is rooted in strategy.
# '''Apply Visual Psychology:''' Learn to use Gestalt’s Principles and Semiotic Thinking to guide audience perception and create compositions that demand attention.
# '''Translate Complex Data:''' Convert raw, diverse datasets into intuitive and accessible infographics.
# '''Execute Technical Standards:''' Understand the nuances of CMYK/RGB, file formats, and responsive design for digital age.
# '''Strategic Conceptualization:''' Ability to chart out the intersection of message, media, and audience to build cohesive communication strategies.
# '''Implement Ethical Communication:''' Apply the principles of accessibility, usability, and ethics to ensure your designs are inclusive and responsible.
# '''Develop Collaborative Soft Skills:''' Participate in group critiques and interactive showcase sessions, developing the soft skills necessary to provide and implement professional design feedback.
# ''' Earn Certification:''' Receive an official Certificate of Completion recognizing your skills in Visual Communication.

===Prerequisites===
* '''Tools:''' You will need to install and sign up for Affinity during the course.
* '''Software Knowledge:''' A working knowledge of graphic design software (like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva) is recommended to get the most out of the technical sessions.
*'''Stationery:''' For the first two weeks, please have basic supplies ready (A4 sheets, pencils, scissors, and 2-3 old magazines for collage activities).

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; background-color: #fff9e6; border: 2px solid #ffd700; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px;"
|-
|
=== Join the First Cohort ===

'''Registration Fee:''' INR 400
: ''Note: This nominal fee is dedicated entirely to the resources required for the course.''

'''Availability:''' Seats are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality, personal experience for every student.

----
<div style="text-align: center; font-size: 1.2em;">
'''[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQRH-chsWemzK_q5rLrkKq3PAu3pNfdeIZ9f3kPtDEC77fyQ/viewform?usp=dialog| Apply for the Course Here]'''
</div>
|}

Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, May 2026

2026-05-18T05:38:33Z

Aafi: /* About the instructor */ checking

__NOTOC__
{{Notitle}}
{{blog post
| date = 2026-05-15
| image = Logo design sketching.jpg
| authors = [[Communications and Outreach Team]]
| mode = featured
| keywords = 
| description = Applications for our ''Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design'' course, led by Saumyaa Naidu, are open. Secure your seat by May 31st!
}}
==="How you communicate visually is just as important as what you say."===

Design thinking is the secret to making your voice stand out in a noisy digital world. Most people have the software, but they lack the strategy to make an impact.
Our course is designed to bridge that gap. Led by researcher and designer Saumyaa Naidu, this cohort-based program moves you from design theory to digital execution.

===About the instructor===
[[File:Saumyaa Naidu on Day 0 of ATTT 2025.jpg|thumb|left]]
Based in Bangalore, [https://saumyaanaidu.github.io/ Saumyaa Naidu] is a researcher in digital cultures and digital rights. She holds a BA in Communication Design from the [[:en:National Institute of Fashion Technology|National Institute of Fashion Technology]] (2010) and an MA in Social Design from [[:en:Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi|Ambedkar University]] (2017), in New Delhi. She has worked with the [[:en:Centre for Internet and Society (India)|Centre for Internet and Society]] as a Policy Officer from May 2016 to January 2020, and as Senior Designer from January 2021 to November 2022.

===About the course===
Our course, Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, offers a deep dive into the fundamental theories and practical applications of effective design. This program bridges the gap between traditional design principles and modern digital execution, focusing on how to design for specific contexts and audiences.

Throughout the eight sessions, you will move from understanding the design process to mastering complex layouts and data visualizations.

===Details===
*''' Course Begins:''' 13th June 2026
* '''Format:''' 8 virtual sessions of 1 hour and 30 minutes each.
* '''Schedule:''' Saturdays, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
* '''Level:''' Beginner to Intermediate.
* '''Communication Platforms:''' Google Classroom for assignments & Telegram for coordination and questions.
* '''Primary Design Tool:''' Affinity.

===Course Outline===
{| class="wikitable" style="background-color: #f0f7ff; "width= 100%;"
! Session !! Topic & Objectives
|-
| '''Week 1''' || '''Fundamentals of Communication Design:''' Messaging, media, audience, and visual storytelling.
|-
| '''Week 2''' || '''Elements & Principles of Design:''' Composition, Gestalt’s Principles, and introductory semiotics.
|-
| '''Week 3''' || '''Colour Theory:''' Colour wheels, harmonies, interaction and psychological perception of colour.
|-
| '''Week 4''' || '''Typography:''' Anatomy, kerning, glyph repertoire, font pairings, and typographic composition for digital impact.
|-
| '''Week 5''' || '''Publication Design:''' Layout, grid systems and page composition for print and digital media.
|-
| '''Week 6''' || '''Information Design:''' Infographics, iconography, and data visualisations.
|-
| '''Week 7''' || '''Designing for Digital Media:''' File formats, color types, accessibility, and ethics.
|-
| '''Week 8''' || '''Final Presentation:''' Presentation of the final infographic and group feedback.
|}

===Course Outcome===
# '''Conceptualize Immersive Narratives:''' Transition from simply presenting information to building compelling visual stories
# '''Adopt a Structured Design Process:''' Implement the "Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver" workflow to ensure every creative decision is rooted in strategy.
# '''Apply Visual Psychology:''' Learn to use Gestalt’s Principles and Semiotic Thinking to guide audience perception and create compositions that demand attention.
# '''Translate Complex Data:''' Convert raw, diverse datasets into intuitive and accessible infographics.
# '''Execute Technical Standards:''' Understand the nuances of CMYK/RGB, file formats, and responsive design for digital age.
# '''Strategic Conceptualization:''' Ability to chart out the intersection of message, media, and audience to build cohesive communication strategies.
# '''Implement Ethical Communication:''' Apply the principles of accessibility, usability, and ethics to ensure your designs are inclusive and responsible.
# '''Develop Collaborative Soft Skills:''' Participate in group critiques and interactive showcase sessions, developing the soft skills necessary to provide and implement professional design feedback.
# ''' Earn Certification:''' Receive an official Certificate of Completion recognizing your skills in Visual Communication.

===Prerequisites===
* '''Tools:''' You will need to install and sign up for Affinity during the course.
* '''Software Knowledge:''' A working knowledge of graphic design software (like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva) is recommended to get the most out of the technical sessions.
*'''Stationery:''' For the first two weeks, please have basic supplies ready (A4 sheets, pencils, scissors, and 2-3 old magazines for collage activities).

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; background-color: #fff9e6; border: 2px solid #ffd700; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px;"
|-
|
=== Join the First Cohort ===

'''Registration Fee:''' INR 400
: ''Note: This nominal fee is dedicated entirely to the resources required for the course.''

'''Availability:''' Seats are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality, personal experience for every student.

----
<div style="text-align: center; font-size: 1.2em;">
'''[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQRH-chsWemzK_q5rLrkKq3PAu3pNfdeIZ9f3kPtDEC77fyQ/viewform?usp=dialog| Apply for the Course Here]'''
</div>
|}

Youth Engagement in Wikimedia

2026-05-16T17:56:08Z

Aafi: add YT

{{event
| start_date = 2026/04/30 12:30 PM UTC
| end_date = 2026/04/30 01:30 PM UTC
| timezone = 5.5
| region = Online Mode
| location = Teams
| coordinates =
| link =
| short_description = 40th DCW Conversation Hour
| description = In the 40th edition of our [[DCW Conversation Hour]], we will explore why young people should contribute to Wikimedia in 2026. We will dive into the fresh initiatives needed today, highlighting the core reasons to get involved and the many ways to take action.
<youtube>-8zyJ4YSA8g</youtube>

This edition features [[meta:User:Ndahiro derrick|Ndahiro Derrick Alter]], the founder and executive director of [https://wikimedia.rw/ Wikimedia Rwanda].

| keywords = DCW Conversation Hour
| image = DCW Conversation Hour, April 2026.png
}}

DCW Progress Prism, May 2026

2026-05-16T08:56:09Z

Aafi: DCW Progress Prism, May 2026

Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, May 2026

2026-05-14T19:40:18Z

Aafi: rv blank space

__NOTOC__
{{Notitle}}
{{blog post
| date = 2026-05-15
| image = Logo design sketching.jpg
| authors = [[Communications and Outreach Team]]
| mode = featured
| keywords = 
| description = Applications for our ''Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design'' course, led by Saumyaa Naidu, are open. Secure your seat by May 31st!
}}
==="How you communicate visually is just as important as what you say."===

Design thinking is the secret to making your voice stand out in a noisy digital world. Most people have the software, but they lack the strategy to make an impact.
Our course is designed to bridge that gap. Led by researcher and designer Saumyaa Naidu, this cohort-based program moves you from design theory to digital execution.

===About the instructor===
Based in Bangalore, [https://saumyaanaidu.github.io/ Saumyaa Naidu] is a researcher in digital cultures and digital rights. She holds a BA in Communication Design from the [[:en:National Institute of Fashion Technology|National Institute of Fashion Technology]] (2010) and an MA in Social Design from [[:en:Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi|Ambedkar University]] (2017), in New Delhi. She has worked with the [[:en:Centre for Internet and Society (India)|Centre for Internet and Society]] as a Policy Officer from May 2016 to January 2020, and as Senior Designer from January 2021 to November 2022.

===About the course===
Our course, Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, offers a deep dive into the fundamental theories and practical applications of effective design. This program bridges the gap between traditional design principles and modern digital execution, focusing on how to design for specific contexts and audiences.

Throughout the eight sessions, you will move from understanding the design process to mastering complex layouts and data visualizations.

===Details===
*''' Course Begins:''' 13th June 2026
* '''Format:''' 8 virtual sessions of 1 hour and 30 minutes each.
* '''Schedule:''' Saturdays, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
* '''Level:''' Beginner to Intermediate.
* '''Communication Platforms:''' Google Classroom for assignments & Telegram for coordination and questions.
* '''Primary Design Tool:''' Affinity.

===Course Outline===
{| class="wikitable" style="background-color: #f0f7ff; "width= 100%;"
! Session !! Topic & Objectives
|-
| '''Week 1''' || '''Fundamentals of Communication Design:''' Messaging, media, audience, and visual storytelling.
|-
| '''Week 2''' || '''Elements & Principles of Design:''' Composition, Gestalt’s Principles, and introductory semiotics.
|-
| '''Week 3''' || '''Colour Theory:''' Colour wheels, harmonies, interaction and psychological perception of colour.
|-
| '''Week 4''' || '''Typography:''' Anatomy, kerning, glyph repertoire, font pairings, and typographic composition for digital impact.
|-
| '''Week 5''' || '''Publication Design:''' Layout, grid systems and page composition for print and digital media.
|-
| '''Week 6''' || '''Information Design:''' Infographics, iconography, and data visualisations.
|-
| '''Week 7''' || '''Designing for Digital Media:''' File formats, color types, accessibility, and ethics.
|-
| '''Week 8''' || '''Final Presentation:''' Presentation of the final infographic and group feedback.
|}

===Course Outcome===
# '''Conceptualize Immersive Narratives:''' Transition from simply presenting information to building compelling visual stories
# '''Adopt a Structured Design Process:''' Implement the "Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver" workflow to ensure every creative decision is rooted in strategy.
# '''Apply Visual Psychology:''' Learn to use Gestalt’s Principles and Semiotic Thinking to guide audience perception and create compositions that demand attention.
# '''Translate Complex Data:''' Convert raw, diverse datasets into intuitive and accessible infographics.
# '''Execute Technical Standards:''' Understand the nuances of CMYK/RGB, file formats, and responsive design for digital age.
# '''Strategic Conceptualization:''' Ability to chart out the intersection of message, media, and audience to build cohesive communication strategies.
# '''Implement Ethical Communication:''' Apply the principles of accessibility, usability, and ethics to ensure your designs are inclusive and responsible.
# '''Develop Collaborative Soft Skills:''' Participate in group critiques and interactive showcase sessions, developing the soft skills necessary to provide and implement professional design feedback.
# ''' Earn Certification:''' Receive an official Certificate of Completion recognizing your skills in Visual Communication.

===Prerequisites===
* '''Tools:''' You will need to install and sign up for Affinity during the course.
* '''Software Knowledge:''' A working knowledge of graphic design software (like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva) is recommended to get the most out of the technical sessions.
*'''Stationery:''' For the first two weeks, please have basic supplies ready (A4 sheets, pencils, scissors, and 2-3 old magazines for collage activities).

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; background-color: #fff9e6; border: 2px solid #ffd700; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px;"
|-
|
=== Join the First Cohort ===

'''Registration Fee:''' INR 400
: ''Note: This nominal fee is dedicated entirely to the resources required for the course.''

'''Availability:''' Seats are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality, personal experience for every student.

----
<div style="text-align: center; font-size: 1.2em;">
'''[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQRH-chsWemzK_q5rLrkKq3PAu3pNfdeIZ9f3kPtDEC77fyQ/viewform?usp=dialog| Apply for the Course Here]'''
</div>
|}

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2026-05-14T19:39:55Z

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2026-05-14T19:37:45Z

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2026-05-14T19:37:02Z

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Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, May 2026

2026-05-14T19:34:09Z

Aafi: move down

__NOTOC__
{{Notitle}}
{{blog post
| date = 2026-05-15
| image = Logo design sketching.jpg
| authors = [[Communications and Outreach Team]]
| mode = featured
| keywords = 
| description = Applications for our ''Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design'' course, led by Saumyaa Naidu, are open. Secure your seat by May 31st!
}}

==="How you communicate visually is just as important as what you say"===

Design thinking is the secret to making your voice stand out in a noisy digital world. Most people have the software, but they lack the strategy to make an impact.
Our course is designed to bridge that gap. Led by researcher and designer Saumyaa Naidu, this cohort-based program moves you from design theory to digital execution.

===About the instructor===
Based in Bangalore, [https://saumyaanaidu.github.io/ Saumyaa Naidu] is a researcher in digital cultures and digital rights. She holds a BA in Communication Design from the [[:en:National Institute of Fashion Technology|National Institute of Fashion Technology]] (2010) and an MA in Social Design from [[:en:Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University Delhi|Ambedkar University]] (2017), in New Delhi. She has worked with the [[:en:Centre for Internet and Society (India)|Centre for Internet and Society]] as a Policy Officer from May 2016 to January 2020, and as Senior Designer from January 2021 to November 2022.

===About the course===
Our course, Visual Communication: Principles and Practice for Digital Design, offers a deep dive into the fundamental theories and practical applications of effective design. This program bridges the gap between traditional design principles and modern digital execution, focusing on how to design for specific contexts and audiences.

Throughout the eight sessions, you will move from understanding the design process to mastering complex layouts and data visualizations.

===Details===
*''' Course Begins:''' 13th June 2026
* '''Format:''' 8 virtual sessions of 1 hour and 30 minutes each.
* '''Schedule:''' Saturdays, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
* '''Level:''' Beginner to Intermediate.
* '''Communication Platforms:''' Google Classroom for assignments & Telegram for coordination and questions.
* '''Primary Design Tool:''' Affinity.

===Course Outline===
{| class="wikitable" style="background-color: #f0f7ff; "width= 100%;"
! Session !! Topic & Objectives
|-
| '''Week 1''' || '''Fundamentals of Communication Design:''' Messaging, media, audience, and visual storytelling.
|-
| '''Week 2''' || '''Elements & Principles of Design:''' Composition, Gestalt’s Principles, and introductory semiotics.
|-
| '''Week 3''' || '''Colour Theory:''' Colour wheels, harmonies, interaction and psychological perception of colour.
|-
| '''Week 4''' || '''Typography:''' Anatomy, kerning, glyph repertoire, font pairings, and typographic composition for digital impact.
|-
| '''Week 5''' || '''Publication Design:''' Layout, grid systems and page composition for print and digital media.
|-
| '''Week 6''' || '''Information Design:''' Infographics, iconography, and data visualisations.
|-
| '''Week 7''' || '''Designing for Digital Media:''' File formats, color types, accessibility, and ethics.
|-
| '''Week 8''' || '''Final Presentation:''' Presentation of the final infographic and group feedback.
|}

===Course Outcome===
# '''Conceptualize Immersive Narratives:''' Transition from simply presenting information to building compelling visual stories
# '''Adopt a Structured Design Process:''' Implement the "Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver" workflow to ensure every creative decision is rooted in strategy.
# '''Apply Visual Psychology:''' Learn to use Gestalt’s Principles and Semiotic Thinking to guide audience perception and create compositions that demand attention.
# '''Translate Complex Data:''' Convert raw, diverse datasets into intuitive and accessible infographics.
# '''Execute Technical Standards:''' Understand the nuances of CMYK/RGB, file formats, and responsive design for digital age.
# '''Strategic Conceptualization:''' Ability to chart out the intersection of message, media, and audience to build cohesive communication strategies.
# '''Implement Ethical Communication:''' Apply the principles of accessibility, usability, and ethics to ensure your designs are inclusive and responsible.
# '''Develop Collaborative Soft Skills:''' Participate in group critiques and interactive showcase sessions, developing the soft skills necessary to provide and implement professional design feedback.
# ''' Earn Certification:''' Receive an official Certificate of Completion recognizing your skills in Visual Communication.

===Prerequisites===
* '''Tools:''' You will need to install and sign up for Affinity during the course.
* '''Software Knowledge:''' A working knowledge of graphic design software (like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva) is recommended to get the most out of the technical sessions.
*'''Stationery:''' For the first two weeks, please have basic supplies ready (A4 sheets, pencils, scissors, and 2-3 old magazines for collage activities).

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 100%; background-color: #fff9e6; border: 2px solid #ffd700; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px;"
|-
|
=== Join the First Cohort ===

'''Registration Fee:''' INR 400
: ''Note: This nominal fee is dedicated entirely to the resources required for the course.''

'''Availability:''' Seats are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality, personal experience for every student.

----
<div style="text-align: center; font-size: 1.2em;">
'''[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQRH-chsWemzK_q5rLrkKq3PAu3pNfdeIZ9f3kPtDEC77fyQ/viewform?usp=dialog| Apply for the Course Here]'''
</div>
|}