Archive: 2026/01 - Page 8
Wikimedia Foundation Budget Announcement and Spending Priorities for 2026
The Wikimedia Foundation's 2026 budget prioritizes infrastructure, global access, and editor tools over growth. With 7 million donors and no ads, it's focused on keeping Wikipedia fast, free, and reliable for everyone.
How Wikipedia News Coverage Shapes Editorial Decisions in Journalism
Wikipedia’s real-time edits influence how journalists verify and prioritize stories. While not a source, it acts as a barometer for public understanding-and shapes editorial decisions in subtle but powerful ways.
Solutions Journalism on Wikipedia: How Knowledge Equity Initiatives Are Changing Global Information
Solutions journalism on Wikipedia is transforming global knowledge by fixing systemic gaps in representation. Volunteers are creating articles about underrepresented women, Global South leaders, and Indigenous knowledge - turning the encyclopedia into a tool for equity.
Living Policy Documents: How Wikipedia Adapts to New Challenges
Wikipedia's policies aren't static rules-they're living documents shaped by community debate, real-world threats, and constant adaptation. Learn how volunteers keep the encyclopedia accurate and trustworthy.
How Wikipedia Language Editions Differ in Content, Style, and Coverage
Wikipedia's language editions differ in content, focus, and tone-not just in translation. Discover how cultural priorities shape what's included, omitted, and emphasized across global versions.
The Verifiability Policy: How Wikipedia Ensures Facts Are Reliable
Wikipedia’s Verifiability Policy ensures every fact is backed by reliable, published sources. It’s not about truth-it’s about proof. Learn how citations, source reliability, and community enforcement keep Wikipedia accurate and trustworthy.
Design and Layout Choices for The Signpost on English Wikipedia
The Signpost is Wikipedia’s volunteer-run newspaper, offering clear, no-frills coverage of community events, policy changes, and editor stories. Its simple layout prioritizes accessibility and trust over design trends.
Measuring Coverage Equity Across Wikipedia Language Editions
Wikipedia's language editions vary wildly in coverage, leaving billions without access to knowledge in their native tongues. This is how we measure the gaps - and what’s being done to fix them.
Natural Disasters on Wikipedia: How Crisis Coverage Standards Work
Wikipedia's crisis coverage standards ensure accurate, verified information during natural disasters. Learn how volunteers, bots, and strict sourcing rules keep disaster pages reliable - even when everything else is spinning.
How to Reduce Bias in Images and Media on Wikimedia Commons
Learn how to identify and reduce bias in images on Wikimedia Commons by uploading diverse, accurately tagged photos and using community tools to improve representation across global knowledge.
Correcting the Record: Off-Wiki Statements vs. On-Wiki Evidence
Off-wiki statements like tweets and press releases don't override on-wiki evidence. Wikipedia relies on verified, independent sources-not claims from public figures. Learn why documented facts beat loud opinions.
Common Quality Issues in New Wikipedia Articles and How to Fix Them
Learn the most common mistakes in new Wikipedia articles and how to fix them to avoid deletion. Get practical tips on sourcing, neutrality, structure, and notability.
