Community Archiving

Community archiving involves collecting, preserving, and sharing the cultural, historical, and social materials of a specific community or group. It aims to document their stories, traditions, and experiences to ensure they are recognized and accessible for future generations. This process often includes contributions from community members themselves, fostering ownership and relevance. Community archiving helps maintain diversity, promotes understanding, and provides a voice for groups that might otherwise be overlooked or marginalized. It can take the form of digital collections, physical archives, or collaborative projects, strengthening community identity and memory.