align other docs, except Yoruba translations, with the style guide

Author: activus-d

FAQ.md

@@ -1,49 +1,51 @@
-# Frequently Asked Questions
+# Frequently asked questions
 
 If you are working with Black Python Devs, you may receive one or more of these questions. This document guides you on how to respond to such frequently asked questions.
 
-## Is this Community Only for Black People?
+## Is this community only for black people?
 
 The Black Python Devs community is meant to extend the Python community to black and colored Pythonistas of all skill levels.
 
-We understand that [blackness and colorism is a construct that is often used to segregate or diminish melanated individuals and doesn't always match a person's self-identity](https://blackpythondevs.com/2024-05-22-why-we-use-colored-and-coloured/). We allow people from all walks of life to join our community.
+We understand that [blackness and colorism are constructs that are often used to segregate or diminish individuals and don't always match a person's self-identity](https://blackpythondevs.com/2024-05-22-why-we-use-colored-and-coloured/). We allow people from all walks of life to join our community.
 
-## Is this Community Welcome to Everyone?
+## Is this community welcome to everyone?
 
 The only people who are asked to leave the community are those who join with the intent of violating our [Code of Conduct](https://github.com/BlackPythonDevs/.maintainers?tab=coc-ov-file#readme).
 
-## Is this a Religious or Politically Backed Group?
+## Is this a religious or politically backed group?
 
-No, this community does not align with any religious or political group. People of all religions and political beliefs are allowed to join and participate in accordance with our [Code of Conduct](https://github.com/BlackPythonDevs/.maintainers?tab=coc-ov-file#readme).
+No, this community doesn't align with any religious or political group. People of all religions and political beliefs are allowed to join and participate in accordance with our [Code of Conduct](https://github.com/BlackPythonDevs/.maintainers?tab=coc-ov-file#readme).
 
-## Where is Black Python Devs Based?
+## Where is Black Python Devs based?
 
 We are registered as a non-profit in the United States of America and as a fiscal sponsor of the GNOME Foundation.
 
-## Does Black Python Devs have Resources for Beginners?
+## Does Black Python Devs have resources for beginners?
 
 While we have partnerships that give us access to beginner resources, we currently do not author any content that would allow us to support beginners with a learning program.
 
-## Does GNOME Run this Community?
+## Does GNOME run this community?
 
-No, GNOME doesn't run the Black Python Devs Community. GNOME is our fiscal host, which means they help us in issuing payments in accordance with our programs and policies. However, if we attempt to spend money that we don't have or spend money in a way that violates our non-profit status in the United States, GNOME can come in to prevent us from doing this.
+No, GNOME doesn't run the Black Python Devs community. GNOME is our fiscal host, which means they help us in issuing payments following our programs and policies.
 
-## Does Black Python Devs Meet in Person?
+If we attempt to spend money that we don't have or spend money in a way that violates our non-profit status in the United States, GNOME can come in to prevent us from doing this.
+
+## Does Black Python Devs meet in person?
 
 We are currently working on making this possible. Be sure to keep an eye on our [Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/pro/black-python-devs/) page.
 
-## Does Black Python Devs Support Existing Meetups?
+## Does Black Python Devs support existing meetups?
 
 The Black Python Devs community supports meetups that are related to what we do. We aim to support local Python leaders in attracting more black and colored Pythonistas of all skill levels.
 
-## Does Black Python Devs Support Conferences?
+## Does Black Python Devs support conferences?
 
 Yes, Black Python Devs works with conferences to help make them safer, more accessible, and equitable to black and colored people. This support can be in the form of monetary support to help them attend the event. This is often determined based on the location and size of the event, the organizing team and their needs, and the opportunities available to provide meaningful support to the black and colored people in the area.
 
-## Does Black Python Devs Send Money to Developers to Attend Conferences?
+## Does Black Python Devs send money to developers to attend conferences?
 
 Currently, Black Python Devs doesn't send money directly to individuals unless they are awarded a grant related to a Black Python Devs event. When possible, Black Python Devs works with third-party vendors to ensure awards are used in accordance with the grant plans.
 
-## Does the Black Python Devs Community Work in All Countries?
+## Does the Black Python Devs community work in all countries?
 
 As Black Python Devs is registered as a US non-profit, we are barred from working with some [countries and entities based on the US Sanction System](https://ofac.treasury.gov/sanctions-programs-and-country-information).

guidelines.md

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-# Yoruba Language Writing Guide
+# Yoruba language writing guide
 
 ## Introduction (òrò àkoso)
+
 Yoruba is a language spoken predominantly in southwestern Nigeria and parts of Benin and Togo. Proper writing of Yoruba involves understanding its alphabet, tonal system, and grammatical structures. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of these elements to help you write Yoruba correctly.
 
-## Yoruba Alphabet (Ọfẹ́ẹ̀ àlà Yorùbá)
+## Yoruba alphabet (Ọfẹ́ẹ̀ àlà Yorùbá)
+
 Yoruba uses the Latin alphabet with additional diacritical marks to represent its unique sounds and tones.
 
 ### Vowels (Àwọn ẹlẹ́rìí)
+
 Yoruba has seven oral vowels and five nasal vowels.
 
-#### Oral Vowels
+#### Oral vowels
+
 | Letter | Pronunciation |
 | ------ | ------------- |
 | a      | as in "father" |
@@ -20,7 +24,8 @@ Yoruba has seven oral vowels and five nasal vowels.
 | ọ      | as in "ought" |
 | u      | as in "flute" |
 
-#### Nasal Vowels
+#### Nasal vowels
+
 | Letter | Pronunciation |
 | ------ | ------------- |
 | an     | nasalized "a" |
@@ -30,6 +35,7 @@ Yoruba has seven oral vowels and five nasal vowels.
 | un     | nasalized "u" |
 
 ### Consonants
+
 Yoruba consonants are similar to those in English but with some unique sounds.
 
 | Letter | Pronunciation        |
@@ -53,22 +59,26 @@ Yoruba consonants are similar to those in English but with some unique sounds.
 | w      | as in "water"        |
 | y      | as in "yes"          |
 
-## Tonal Marks (Àwọn iṣẹ́lẹ̀ àwọn irò-ọ̀rọ̀)
+## Tonal marks (Àwọn iṣẹ́lẹ̀ àwọn irò-ọ̀rọ̀)
+
 Yoruba is a tonal language, meaning that the pitch at which a word is pronounced can change its meaning. There are three primary tones:
 
 - **High Tone**: Indicated by an acute accent (´), e.g., á
 - **Mid Tone**: Usually unmarked, e.g., a
 - **Low Tone**: Indicated by a grave accent (`), e.g., à
 
 ### Examples (Àfiwé tai àpẹẹrẹ)
+
 - **High Tone**: á, é, í, ó, ú
 - **Mid Tone**: a, e, i, o, u
 - **Low Tone**: à, è, ì, ò, ù
 
-## Syllable Structure
+## Syllable structure
+
 Yoruba syllables typically follow a consonant-vowel (CV) structure, but can also be V, N (nasal consonant), CVV, or CVN.
 
 ### Examples (Àfiwé tai àpẹẹrẹ)
+
 - CV: ba, de, fi
 - V: a, e, o
 - N: m, n
@@ -93,21 +103,25 @@ Yoruba pronouns change based on their function in the sentence.
 | They    | wọ́n    | wọ́n   | tiwọn      |
 
 ### Verbs (àwọn òrò-ìṣe)
+
 Verbs in Yoruba do not conjugate according to tense. Instead, tense is indicated by particles before the verb.
 
 - **Present**: n + verb (e.g., n lọ - "is going")
 - **Past**: ti + verb (e.g., ti lọ - "has gone")
 - **Future**: máa + verb (e.g., máa lọ - "will go")
 
 ### Examples (Àfiwé tai àpẹẹrẹ)
+
 - Present: Mo n lọ (I am going)
 - Past: Mo ti lọ (I have gone)
 - Future: Mo máa lọ (I will go)
 
 ## Punctuation (àmì ọ̀rọ̀ tabi àmì óhun)
+
 Yoruba uses standard punctuation marks, but there are specific rules for their usage, especially concerning tone marks and vowel elongation.
 
 ## Common Phrases
+
 - **Hello**: Ẹ n lẹ
 - **Good morning**: Ẹ káàárọ̀
 - **Thank you**: Ẹ ṣé
@@ -123,6 +137,7 @@ Yoruba uses standard punctuation marks, but there are specific rules for their u
 
 
 ## Conclusion (ìparí)
+
 Writing Yoruba properly requires attention to its unique alphabet, tonal system, and grammatical rules. By adhering to these guidelines, you can ensure clarity and correctness in your written Yoruba.
 
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initiatives.md

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-# Black Python Devs Initiatives
+# Black Python Devs' initiatives
 
 Initiatives are the driving efforts of our community.
 
-## Build Local Community
+## Building local communities
 
-We believe it is incredibly important that local community is supported as much as possible.
+We believe it's important that local communities are supported as much as possible.
 
 They raise the overall capability of Pythonistas in their area with much more consistency.
 
-### Our Strategy
+### Our strategy
 
-- Sponsor Local Conferences/Meetups organized by Black Python Devs Community Leaders
-- Sponsorships go towards tickets for local community members to attend
+Our strategies in supporting local communities are as follows:
 
-## Leadership Opportunity Fund
+- sponsor local conferences/meetups organized by the Black Python Devs community leaders
+- sponsorships go towards tickets for local community members to attend
 
-It's important that community leaders are able to grow and develop. Which is why we hope that we can get local leaders to global events where they can connect with other leaders in the community, learn from global professionals, and gain global support for their local initiatives.
+## Leadership opportunity fund
 
-That being said investments into opportunity grants are extremely limited and not everyone can fund attending these larger events. Furthermore, these opportunities often mean that the recipient has to personally fund their travel, only receiving reimbursement after the fact. Not everyone can get access to higher limit credit cards, loans.
+Community leaders must be able to grow and develop. This is why we hope that we can get local leaders to global events where they can connect with other leaders in the community, learn from global professionals, and gain global support for their local initiatives.
 
-Lastly the process for getting visas to attend can be confusing and daunting and different depending on the country. In some cases you don't know if you can get your visa appointment in time once getting approval.
+That being said, investments in opportunity grants are extremely limited, and not everyone can afford to attend these larger events. Furthermore, these opportunities often mean that the recipient has to personally fund their travel, only receiving reimbursement after the fact. Not everyone can get access to higher limit credit cards, loans.
 
-### Our Strategy
+Lastly, the process for getting visas to attend can be confusing and daunting, and different depending on the country. In some cases, you don't know if you can get your visa appointment in time once you get approval.
+
+### Our strategy
 
-- Offer a limited grant to community leaders to cover expenses around visa appointments.
-- Work with travel professionals to coordinate flights, hotels, and transportation while travelling
-- Work with conferences to make their opportunity grants accessible to as many as possible addressing the concerns of our community leaders.
+Our strategies in supporting community leaders are as follows:
 
-## Build Black Excellence Equally
+- offer a limited grant to community leaders to cover expenses around visa appointments
+- work with travel professionals to coordinate flights, hotels, and transportation while traveling
+- work with conferences to make their opportunity grants accessible to as many as possible
 
-Opportunities for Black professionals skew towards those with the ability to pay their way into a comfortable life. We can't change how the game is played but we can play a different game.
+## Build black excellence
 
-Black Python Devs will work with content creators to give as many opportunities to Black developers for free or at a discounted rate. This involves coordinating with sponsors. What we can't partner on, we will find from within. We aim to create opportunities for Black Python developers to network with one another, learn together, and share their knowledge with our ever growing community.
+Opportunities for Black professionals skew towards those with the ability to pay their way into a comfortable life. We can't change how the game is played, but we can play a different game.
+
+Black Python Devs will work with content creators to give as many opportunities to black developers for free or at a discounted rate. This involves coordinating with sponsors. What we can't partner on, we will find from within. We aim to create opportunities for black Python developers to network with one another, learn together, and share their knowledge with our ever-growing community.
 
 ### Our Strategy
 
-- Partner with content creators for bulk discounts on learning content
-- Host regular events and programs in our Discord for folks to skill up, network, and learn from one another
+Our strategies in supporting black excellence are as follows:
+
+- partner with content creators for bulk discounts on learning content
+- host regular events and programs in our Discord for folks to skill up, network, and learn from one another