Open knowledge
Begin with a topic you care about
Think about a place, cultural subject or area of knowledge you would like to understand better. Read what is already available.
Collect reliable published sources
Keep track of where information comes from. A source should help other people verify a claim. Personal knowledge and published evidence play different roles.
Learn the community’s guidance
Before contributing to a shared platform, read its help pages and community policies. Start with a small contribution and ask for feedback.
Respect people and permissions
Ask permission before recording someone’s story or sharing their photograph. Be careful with personal information and cultural knowledge that should not be made public.
Learn with others
Our Wikipedia and Free Knowledge Programme welcomes teachers, students and contributors interested in taking the next step.