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Member:Mehreen

2026-06-20T18:05:54Z

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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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File:DCW Conversation Hour, March 2026.png
File:DCW Conversation Hour, April 2026.png
File:DCW-K Editathon, May 2026.png
File:DCW Conversation Hour, May 2026.png
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File:DCW Conversation Hour, June 2026.png

2026-06-20T18:05:14Z

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|description={{en|1=The graphic uses a clean and modern layout with a light grey background accented by soft blue abstract corner shapes and dotted decorative elements. A strong visual hierarchy is established through bold typography, with the title “DCW Conversation Hour” displayed prominently in a high-contrast serif typeface, while the subtitle combines black and blue text to emphasize key phrases. The composition balances text and imagery effectively, placing a circular cut-out photograph of the speaker on the right against a solid blue backdrop. Rounded rectangular panels with blue outlines organize information into distinct sections, creating a structured and visually accessible arrangement.

The color palette is primarily composed of shades of blue, black, and white, giving the design a professional and cohesive appearance. Iconography is consistently styled with simple blue line illustrations for the calendar and clock, reinforcing the visual identity. A large QR code paired with a blue call-to-action button creates a focal point for registration, while social media icons and contact information are aligned neatly along the bottom for balance. The use of generous white space, rounded corners, and consistent spacing contributes to a polished and contemporary aesthetic, ensuring that the content remains clear and visually engaging.}}
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Member:Mehreen

2026-06-14T10:43:12Z

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File:Exploring Urdu, June 2026.png

2026-06-14T10:42:34Z

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|description={{en|1=This poster was designed to visually reflect the elegance of Urdu language and its cultural heritage while presenting information in a clear and engaging manner. The composition is built around a grand Islamic arch motif, rendered in deep blue, gold, and cream tones to evoke a sense of tradition, sophistication, and authenticity. Intricate geometric patterns on the sides frame the central content, while the calligraphic presentation of the word "Urdu," accompanied by a quill illustration, reinforces the literary and artistic identity of the language. The institutional logos positioned at the top establish credibility and partnership, balancing the decorative richness with a professional appearance.

From a communication design perspective, the layout follows a strong visual hierarchy to guide the viewer effortlessly through the information. Key details such as the campaign title, dates, focus area, platforms, and eligibility are organized into distinct sections using icons and structured spacing for easy readability. The incentive section highlighting Amazon vouchers is given prominence through medal-inspired graphics, creating a sense of motivation and achievement. Finally, the registration call-to-action is emphasized through a bold contrasting button, supported by both a direct website link and QR code to encourage immediate participation. The overall design successfully combines cultural aesthetics with functional clarity, resulting in a poster that is both visually compelling and informative.}}
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Member:Mehreen

2026-06-09T15:27:12Z

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2026-06-09T15:26:23Z

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|description={{en|1=This promotional graphic presents the “Capturing Muslim Heritage” photographic campaign organized under the Heritage Lens initiative. The design combines traditional Islamic-inspired aesthetics with modern visual communication, featuring a refined color palette of maroon, gold, and cream. At the center, the campaign title is prominently displayed beneath the Heritage Lens logo, immediately drawing attention to the project's focus on documenting and preserving Muslim cultural heritage. Clear event details, including the location in Gurez Valley, Jammu & Kashmir, and the dates of 12–15 June 2026, are arranged in an accessible layout, ensuring the information is easy to understand at a glance.

The lower section of the graphic showcases a scenic illustration of Gurez Valley, with rolling green meadows, flowing water, and majestic mountains stretching into the distance. This landscape not only highlights the natural beauty of the region but also reinforces the connection between heritage, place, and community. Subtle Islamic geometric patterns in the background add cultural depth without distracting from the main message, while the note regarding Wikimedia Commons and Creative Commons licensing emphasizes the campaign’s commitment to making heritage documentation openly accessible. Overall, the graphic effectively balances cultural significance, visual appeal, and informational clarity to promote participation in the heritage documentation initiative.}}
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Member:Mehreen

2026-05-23T18:04:53Z

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2026-05-23T18:04:03Z

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|description={{en|1=The visual identity of this poster relies heavily on a modern corporate-tech aesthetic, perfectly tailored for a digital community meetup. I opted for a harmonious split-color layout, anchoring the composition with a deep navy blue background at the bottom to house the critical event details, while keeping the top airy and bright with a clean white backdrop. The focal point features a flat vector illustration of three diverse individuals collaboratively working on laptops, framed by soft organic shapes, speech bubbles, and digital UI icons (likes, gears, and message prompts). This imagery immediately communicates a theme of connection, knowledge-sharing, and community engagement without overwhelming the viewer.

From a functional standpoint, the layout utilizes a strict typographic hierarchy and strategic visual grouping to optimize readability. The title, "DCW PROGRESS PRISM," is rendered in a clean, authoritative serif typeface, contrasted by the vibrant orange-red sans-serif font used for the event sub-headline and detail labels. To ensure seamless user onboarding, I compartmentalized the core details—date, time, and link—into sleek, rounded rectangular blocks that align perfectly with the modern UI aesthetic. Finally, the inclusion of a high-contrast QR code positioned directly above a prominent, color-coordinated "REGISTER HERE" call-to-action button creates a seamless, intuitive path for user registration.}}
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Member:Mehreen

2026-05-20T09:24:21Z

Mehreen: /* Showcase */

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| 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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File:DCW Conversation Hour, January 2026.png
File:Wikiversary 2026, February 2026.png
File:DCW Conversation Hour, February 2026.png
File:DCW Conversation Hour, March 2026.png
File:DCW Conversation Hour, April 2026.png
File:DCW-K Editathon, May 2026.png
File:DCW Conversation Hour, May 2026.png
File:Visual Communication Principles and Practice for Digital Design Slide 2, May 2026.png
File:Visual Communication Principles and Practice for Digital Design Slide 3, May 2026.png
File:Visual Communication Principles and Practice for Digital Design Slide 4, May 2026.png
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File:Visual Communication Principles and Practice for Digital Design Slide 4, May 2026.png

2026-05-20T09:21:30Z

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|description={{en|1=This slide 4 is designed as the final call-to-action page, encouraging viewers to register for the course. The bold headings, QR code, and highlighted fee section are arranged to make the registration process simple and direct. The use of large text, contrast, and empty space ensures that important details like the application link and scan code are immediately noticeable. Overall, the design maintains consistency with the previous slides while ending the poster series with a strong and professional visual impact.}}
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2026-05-20T09:21:29Z

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|description={{en|1=This slide 3 uses a grid-based layout to organize the complete 8-week course outline in a visually engaging way. Each week is represented with a separate icon and heading, making the content feel interactive and easy to follow. Consistent spacing, typography, and color usage create unity across the design while also helping each module stand out individually. The layout gives a clear overview of the learning journey from basic communication design to final presentation work.}}
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2026-05-20T09:21:29Z

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|description={{en|1=This slide 1 introduces the course in a clean and modern way using a minimal layout and bold typography. The strong contrast between black and purple helps the title stand out immediately, while the illustration in the center visually represents creativity, digital tools, and collaboration in design. Supporting elements like the application deadline, certificate highlight, and instructor name are placed strategically to guide the viewer’s attention without making the poster feel crowded.}}
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2026-05-20T09:21:29Z

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|description={{en|1=This slide 2 focuses on clarity and structure by presenting the course details in a simple informational format. The soft background box creates visual separation and improves readability, while icons next to each point make the information easier to scan quickly. The design keeps a balanced hierarchy, helping viewers easily understand the course schedule, learning outcomes, and prerequisites without overwhelming them with too much text.}}
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Member:Mehreen

2026-05-15T13:11:12Z

Mehreen: /* Showcase */

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2026-05-15T13:10:20Z

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|description={{en|1=This graphic was designed with a clean and community-oriented visual approach, using a monochromatic purple palette to establish consistency, professionalism, and brand identity. The soft lavender background combined with the faint architectural imagery of Sicily creates depth without overpowering the content, allowing the information hierarchy to remain clear and readable. Typography plays a major role in the composition — the bold uppercase heading immediately captures attention, while the varying font weights guide the viewer smoothly through the event details. The use of rounded shapes and curved edges around the speaker section softens the layout and gives the design a more approachable and conversational tone, aligning with the theme of community engagement.

From a layout perspective, the design balances information and visual elements effectively through structured spacing and alignment. The speaker photograph acts as the primary focal point on the left, establishing a human connection, while the icons and event details on the right create a neat informational flow. The inclusion of consistent iconography, strong contrast between white and deep violet, and a centrally placed QR code improves accessibility and usability for viewers. Social media handles, logos, and contact details are subtly positioned at the bottom to maintain professionalism without distracting from the main call to action. Overall, the graphic reflects a modern event-poster aesthetic that prioritizes clarity, branding, and audience engagement simultaneously.}}
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Member:Mehreen

2026-05-08T09:27:18Z

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2026-05-08T09:25:51Z

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|description={{en|1=This poster uses a clean and modern layout with a soft pastel background that keeps the overall design visually balanced and easy to read. The combination of purple, orange, and red tones creates a vibrant contrast, while the bold typography helps highlight the main title and important sections without making the design feel crowded. The illustrated editing-themed artwork on the side adds a creative and engaging touch that connects well with the theme of the event.

The design is structured in a clear hierarchy, guiding the viewer smoothly from the title to the dates, prizes, and rankings. Decorative elements like ribbons, icons, laurels, and gradient boxes give the poster a polished and dynamic appearance while still maintaining simplicity. Overall, the graphic presents an attractive and professional look that is both informative and visually appealing.}}
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Member:Mehreen

2026-04-15T12:03:28Z

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2026-04-15T12:01:18Z

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|description={{en|1=This poster is designed with a clean, contemporary layout that balances typography and imagery to guide the viewer’s attention. A muted, earthy color palette—primarily deep green and soft beige—creates a calm and professional tone, while the bold, uppercase headline “Youth Engagement in Wikimedia” establishes clear visual hierarchy. The left side is text-focused, using structured spacing and simple iconography for date and time, which enhances readability and quick information scanning. The inclusion of a QR code and a highlighted registration link adds a functional, interactive element to the composition.

On the right, a portrait of the speaker is framed within a rounded, organic shape that softens the overall structure and adds visual interest. The nameplate beneath the image is neatly integrated, maintaining alignment with the overall grid while subtly emphasizing the speaker’s identity. The background remains minimal with faint silhouettes, ensuring the foreground elements stand out without distraction. Overall, the design reflects a modern, accessible aesthetic with a strong emphasis on clarity, balance, and user engagement.}}
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Member:Mehreen

2026-03-23T17:51:27Z

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Member:Mehreen

2026-03-23T09:03:53Z

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Member:Mehreen

2026-03-18T05:21:25Z

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2026-03-18T05:19:41Z

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|description={{en|1=This is a clean and professional event flyer for the DCW Conversation Hour, featuring an upcoming session titled "Wikimedia Futures Lab: Insights and Experiments." The design uses a modern color palette of deep navy blue, vibrant orange, and white, set against a subtle geometric background that suggests connectivity and innovation.
The graphic prominently features a portrait of Nicole Ebber framed in an orange circle, alongside a pixel-art style "Wikimedia Futures Lab" badge. For easy registration, the bottom left corner includes a large QR code and the direct URL dcwwiki.org/dcw-3j. Social media handles for @dcwwiki and a contact email are also clearly displayed at the bottom, making it a highly functional and visually engaging piece for digital promotion.}}
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Member:Mehreen

2026-02-15T16:29:44Z

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Member:Mehreen

2026-02-08T13:53:06Z

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Member:Mehreen

2026-02-08T13:45:37Z

Mehreen: Updated about me, work description, and language (Babel) information.

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2026-02-06T21:03:55Z

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|description={{en|1=This is an event poster design created for the Wikiversary 2026 celebration, marking 25 years of the existence of Wikipedia. The poster is designed by the Deoband Community Wikimedia (DCW) group. The event poster displays the essential aspects of the event, including the theme, areas of focus, date, time, location, and mode of attending the event. The poster highlights the major aspects of the event in an illustrative manner, specifically focusing on areas such as digital knowledge commons, knowledge equity, the impact of AI, and gender and leadership in the context of the Wikimedia movement. The design is approached in a digital context to be shared over the web and possibly printed as a poster.}}
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2026-01-21T13:54:26Z

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|description={{en|1=This is an event poster designed for informational and promotional use. It presents essential details including the event title, theme, speaker information, date, time, and access details in a clear and structured format. The layout is organized to ensure easy readability and quick understanding for the audience.
The poster includes visual elements such as icons, a speaker photograph, and QR code to support navigation and engagement. It is intended for use across platforms and can also be adopted for print display.}}
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