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How to Get Local Topics Accepted on Wikipedia: Meeting Notability in Small Markets
Learn how to meet Wikipedia's notability standards for local topics in small markets, avoid common deletion pitfalls, and use reliable sources like archives, government reports, and regional media to get your community's history documented.
The History and Evolution of Wikinews Since Its 2004 Launch
Wikinews launched in 2004 as a volunteer-driven news site using Wikipedia’s open model. Though it never went mainstream, it pioneered transparent, source-based journalism and still operates today as a quiet archive of verifiable reporting.
What Neutral Coverage Means for Polarized Topics on Wikipedia
Wikipedia’s neutral coverage doesn’t ignore controversy - it documents it fairly. Learn how the platform balances polarized topics with facts, sources, and transparency - and why it still works in a divided world.
The Sister Projects Task Force: Reviewing Wikimedia Projects
The Sister Projects Task Force is reviewing Wikimedia's 11 open knowledge projects beyond Wikipedia - from Wiktionary to Wikivoyage - to ensure they remain viable, updated, and accessible to global users.
Future Directions in Wikipedia Research: Open Questions and Opportunities
Wikipedia research is shifting from traffic metrics to equity. Learn the open questions about bias, AI, offline access, and how to make global knowledge truly inclusive.
Academic Research About Wikipedia: A Survey of Major Studies
Academic research on Wikipedia reveals surprising truths about its reliability, editor demographics, and role in education. Studies show it's often as accurate as traditional encyclopedias, but faces bias and sustainability challenges.
How to Repair Your Reputation After a Wikipedia Dispute
Wikipedia disputes can damage your reputation even after they’re resolved. Learn how to recover by using credible sources, avoiding conflict-of-interest mistakes, and building positive content that outranks the article in search results.
How Wikipedia Uses Wikidata to Support Citations and Source Metadata
Wikipedia uses Wikidata to store structured metadata for citations, making sources more reliable, easier to verify, and automatically updatable across articles. This system helps combat misinformation and improves global knowledge accuracy.
Publishing Workflow on Wikinews: From Draft to Peer Review
Learn how Wikinews turns drafts into verified news through open peer review. No editors, no paywalls-just truth, sources, and community checks.
Women and Non-Binary Editors: Programs That Work on Wikipedia
Women and non-binary editors are transforming Wikipedia through targeted programs that build community, reduce bias, and expand knowledge. Learn which initiatives are making real change-and how you can help.
How Wikipedia Maintains Neutral Coverage of Religion and Belief Topics
Wikipedia maintains neutral coverage of religion by relying on reliable sources, avoiding personal bias, and representing all beliefs fairly. Learn how it handles controversy, small faiths, and conflicting claims without taking sides.
What Newcomers Should Know Before Joining Wikipedia Community Discussions
Before joining Wikipedia discussions, newcomers should understand the community’s focus on consensus, reliable sources, and civility. Learn how to edit respectfully, avoid common mistakes, and contribute effectively without triggering backlash.
