Manojk

I am Manoj Karingadathil, a free software activist, archivist, and naturalist based in Kerala, India, with roots in both Thrissur and Payyannur. My native language is Malayalam, but I am curious about other languages. I actively engage with the Wikimedia community to better understand literature and culture.

I am a dedicated volunteer with Swathanthra Malayalam Computing, the Wikimedians of Kerala User Group, and the Sahya Digital Conservation Foundation, where I focus on promoting free software and open knowledge.

As an Admin at Malayalam Wikisource, I coordinate Book digitization projects to preserve and share knowledge. My passion for OpenData extends to other projects, including Wikidata and OpenStreetMap, where I am a frequent contributor.

Beyond my work in the Digital Humanitarian world, I am a keen observer of nature. My interest in natural history and biodiversity began with butterflies and birds, but now I strive to learn about and document all living things around me. I am currently focusing on the biodiversity of Local Places and their corresponding Local names as part of the Biodiversity Task Force.

Feel free to reach out to me for anything interesting—to communicate, collaborate, or if you need any help.