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When physicists trade chalkboards for edit windows, science comes to life in unexpected ways. Through the Advancing Physics Wikipedia Education Program, students and professionals become "Wiki Scientists" by learning research skills, citation practices, and community norms. Participants identify gaps in physics content, improve articles, and collaborate with seasoned editors. The program shows how academia and open knowledge work together: professors incorporate editing assignments into coursework, helping students think critically about sources and public communication. As a result, biographies of underrepresented scientists grow, complex theories are explained clearly, and readers across the globe gain access to accurate physics information. Editing also connects novices with a supportive volunteer community, illustrating that even experts benefit from collaboration when shaping public understanding of science. Open a wormhole to more knowledge about the project ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gjSJQNDT

Bolivian legends are coming to life on Wikipedia! For generations, mythical figures like the Jichi, the Chancho Verde, and the Tío de la Mina have been shared orally, teaching lessons about life, water, and respect for the earth. But oral traditions can be hard to capture online. To bridge this gap, Wikimedistas de Bolivia teamed up with graphic design students at the University for Development and Innovation. Through workshops, students read, analyzed, and illustrated stories from eastern Bolivia, ensuring each image reflects their unique understanding of the universe, life, and collective responsibility. Eight Wikipedia articles now feature illustrations that bring the legends’ characters and messages to a broader audience. From elves and water serpents to supernatural warnings, these visual stories make cultural knowledge more engaging and accessible. Explore the stories ➡️ https://w.wiki/FXJ6

How do you turn an 800-page climate report into knowledge people actually use? The Second Austrian Assessment Report on Climate Change (AAR2), produced by 200+ scientists and 5,000+ sources, offers essential guidance for Austria’s climate future. But its real impact depends on accessibility. That’s where Wikimedia Österreich stepped in. By ensuring the report and its data were published under a CC BY-SA 4.0 license, the findings became free to share, adapt, and integrate into Wikipedia. The Wikimedian in Residence User:TheTokl worked with researchers to analyze the report, catalog key topics, and guide volunteer editors in bringing climate science directly to Wikipedia readers. Articles were updated with the latest findings, portraits of contributing scientists on Commons, structured data on Wikidata, and new connections between climate change and related topics like transport, urban planning, and public health. Collaboration between scientists and the free knowledge movement ensures critical climate information reaches beyond academia, helping the public engage with the science that will shape our collective future. Read more ➡️ https://w.wiki/FXHt

With more than 1.5 billion people worldwide living with some degree of hearing loss, access to reliable information is vital, especially in low and middle-income countries where prevention and treatment resources are limited. At WikiCon Brasil 2025, volunteers behind the WikiProject Hearing Health highlighted how Wikimedia projects can support global hearing health through free and open knowledge. Launched in 2024, WikiProject Hearing Health builds on years of teaching and research, offering initiatives like the open online course "Introduction to Basic Audiology" and the global "Wiki4WorldHearingDay" campaign. At the conference, coordinators presented work on integrating language models to help review and improve health content on Wikipedia and Wikidata, as well as methods developed from 40+ educational programs. Their participation shows how digital public goods, free software, open data, and open content can directly impact public health. By combining expert knowledge, new technologies, and Wikimedia’s collaborative platforms, the project helps close information gaps and expand access to hearing health education. Learn more ➡️ https://w.wiki/FXHd

Fifteen years ago, a new digital doorway opened for the Banjar language. Spoken by millions in Kalimantan and beyond, Banjar has a space on Wikipedia – where speakers can read and share knowledge in their mother tongue thanks to Banjar Wikipedia. Launched on 17 October 2010, the Banjar edition allows volunteers to document local culture, history, and science while preserving linguistic heritage. One of the traditional music arts of the Banjar people is Musik Panting, dominated by the lutelike instrument known as a panting. This style was originally for one musician. In modern times, the panting is often played with other instruments, such as the babun (gendang), agung (gong), and piul (violin). This is just one of many cultural traditions with a history that is made more accessible on Banjar Wikipedia. By celebrating this milestone, we honor the volunteers who keep Banjar knowledge vibrant and invite new contributors to help expand the encyclopedia in years to come. Learn more about Banjar ➡️ https://w.wiki/FUnE

Twice a year, we release a Transparency Report documenting the requests the Wikimedia Foundation receives to alter or remove content from Wikimedia projects and to provide nonpublic information about users. Transparency is a cornerstone of the Wikimedia movement. In this report, you can learn what sorts of requests we receive, where they are from, and which projects received requests. We evaluate each case thoroughly and work with the volunteer community to determine the best outcome. We push back against requests that could harm users’ human rights or affect the volunteers’ ability to enforce community guidelines for neutrality, content quality, and citation. And when we must respond to the small number of valid takedown notices we receive, we tell you. Read the full report ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eT4kTrdZ  

Readers around the world turn to Wikipedia for health information — from pregnancy to stroke to regional health challenges. But how do those pages get written, and who ensures they are reliable? A recent feature in "Health Business" looks at the collaborative process behind Wikipedia’s medical content. Volunteer editors – including doctors, researchers, and community members – work together to make sure articles are accurate, accessible, and up to date. They follow strict sourcing policies, rely on peer-reviewed publications, and debate wording on talk pages until consensus is reached. One editor, radiologist Dr. Netha Hussain, started writing in Malayalam before expanding to global health topics. Her work highlights how volunteers bridge language gaps and address underrepresented issues, including healthcare in Africa. The result is health knowledge that is freely licensed and available worldwide, created through a model of open collaboration. Since 2011, tens of thousands of translations have been produced, spanning more than 150 languages. Peer review and strict sourcing ensure reliability, and discussions on talk pages guide updates when new research emerges. This living, community‑driven model shows that Wikipedia can deliver accurate health information to a global audience. Learn more about this story of collaborative knowledge in action ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eg6hB67P

Every shoebox of photos and stack of letters holds a fragment of history. Projects like this one, run by Wikimedistas de Bolivia, help digitize family collections – especially those featuring artists, musicians, and writers – and share them on Wikimedia Commons. By doing so, they turn private memories into public cultural knowledge, enriching articles and exhibitions. Explore the project ➡️ https://w.wiki/FLhj

Is it a bad thing to be called a "dive bar" on Wikipedia? According to the people behind the bar that's used in the "dive bar" Wikipedia article, not really. "It’s free advertising", says the owner of Merrimaker. Traditionally used as a pejorative, the term "dive bar" now refers to unpretentious watering holes cherished for their atmosphere. One such bar in Los Osos, California (US), became unexpectedly famous when a photo of it illustrated the Wikipedia article on dive bars. The image captured well‑worn decor and a loyal clientele, turning the Merrimaker into "Wikipedia’s favorite dive bar". After renovations and a change of ownership, locals debate whether it still qualifies as a dive. But it will always have a special place in Wikipedia history as an example of the local institutions that get shared with a global community. Get a pint more of knowledge about the Merrimaker's Wikipedia fame ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e8yRas_z

Mental health encompasses our emotional, psychological, and social well‑being. It is more than the absence of illness; it involves realizing personal potential, coping with daily stresses, and contributing to community life. While mental healthcare is best left to a professional, Wikipedia is a great place to start learning. Wikipedia’s vast collection of medical articles, viewed hundreds of millions of times each month, provides clear summaries of conditions and treatments for readers and professionals alike. Volunteers and experts collaborate to ensure neutrality, cite high‑quality research, and translate key articles into dozens of languages. Their work reduces stigma and bridges gaps in health knowledge, reminding us that accurate information and compassionate understanding are crucial to well‑being. Start a journey reading science-backed insights on mental health ➡️ https://w.wiki/FcU8