Wikimedia UK believes that open access to knowledge is a fundamental right, and a driver for social and economic development. Open knowledge and free access mean no barriers and no paywalls. Our projects share the vision of freely creating, distributing and consuming knowledge which represents human diversity.
“There is no greater gift to humanity than free access to knowledge and information. The work of our community – our volunteer editors – is a tremendous service which supports equality of access, builds knowledge, recognises diverse individuals and communities and in doing so, has a huge positive impact on our democratic way of life.”
Monisha Shah, Chair of Trustees, Wikimedia UK
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Partnerships
Through partnerships in the cultural and education sectors, Wikimedia UK develops and promotes new ways to engage people in the Wikimedia projects. Our partnerships also work to remove barriers to access and unlock new content for everyone’s benefit.
Open knowledge
Open knowledge is accurate, unbiased information which is freely available to everyone. At Wikimedia UK we advocate for open knowledge and free access at organisational, sectoral and public policy level. We support open knowledge development and sustainability through outreach and engagement.
Building community
Wikimedia UK is committed to developing the community of volunteers, editors and members which sustains our work. We deliver high quality training, competitions, community engagement and consultation, small project grants, and other forms of support.
Latest news
Wikimedian of the Year Awards 2024 – nominations now open
We are excited to announce that nominations are open for the 2024 UK Wikimedian of the Year Awards. We are … Continue reading “Wikimedian of the Year Awards 2024 – nominations now open”
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Wikimedia UK at Wikimania 2024
Wikimania is an annual conference where Wikimedians and open knowledge advocates can meet to share knowledge, network, and learn from … Continue reading “Wikimedia UK at Wikimania 2024”
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Let’s culturally diversify the Internet
Earlier this year, the Commonwealth Faith Festival , a partnership between the Commonwealth and the Khalili Foundation to foster peace-building through faith, was … Continue reading “Let’s culturally diversify the Internet”
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Welcome Belvin Tawuya, our new Head of Development and Communications
We’re very pleased to introduce Wikimedia UK’s new Head of Development and Communications, Belvin Tawuya. Belvin will oversee the development, … Continue reading “Welcome Belvin Tawuya, our new Head of Development and Communications”
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