Tag: Wikipedia editor retention
Leona Whitcombe
Why New Wikipedia Editors Quit and How to Keep Them
Explore the challenges of Wikipedia editor retention, from 'culture shock' and gatekeeping to strategies for creating a more welcoming community for newcomers.
Leona Whitcombe
Retention Strategies: Mentorship, Teahouse, and Growth Features on Wikipedia
Wikipedia’s shrinking editor base is being reversed through mentorship, the Teahouse chat space, and growth features that guide newcomers. These human-centered tools are slowly changing who edits Wikipedia-and keeping more people around.
Leona Whitcombe
Longitudinal Studies of Wikipedia Editor Retention and Churn
Longitudinal studies reveal why most Wikipedia editors quit within weeks-and what keeps the few who stay. It’s not about rules. It’s about feeling seen.
