Andre Frank
Originally from Brazil, I bring a blend of design thinking and educational expertise to my role as Marketing and Community Manager at Wikimedia Israel. For the past 15 years, I've thrived in both formal and informal education settings, working as a teacher, pedagogical coordinator, and school principal. More recently, my focus has shifted to educational marketing and student recruitment.
After relocating to Israel a year and a half ago, I joined Wikimedia Israel, where I leverage my passion for knowledge sharing to promote Wikipedia editing and empower new contributors.
Interventions
The session will present a groundbreaking Wikipedia training program designed for autistic individuals. Recognizing their potential to enrich Wikipedia, the course bridges the gap by addressing their unique learning styles. We'll explore the project's rationale, course structure, and pilot program results, including increased participant confidence and a supportive learning community. This session is ideal for those passionate about inclusion and a more diverse Wikipedia editor base.