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Online Safety Act Categorisation Regulations
Update - 10 July 2026: The Wikimedia Foundation was notified by Ofcom that Wikipedia is not currently considered a Category 1 service under the Online Safety Act. However, Ofcom has…
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Community Sandbox Events
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be an admin on Wikipedia? Or been interested in becoming one, but are unsure of the process, or what to expect?
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Wikimedia UK joins forces with Black Cultural Archives to enhance access and knowledge sharing of Black British history
The Wikimedia Foundation has confirmed the six grantees for its final round of grants under The Equity Fund. Having all been previously supported, the chosen organisations will each receive a…
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The European Destubathon: A drive to improve Wikipedia’s shortest articles.
User:Dr. Blofeld has been editing Wikipedia for nearly 20 years. As well as being a prolific writer, Dr. Blofeld has organised many editing drives to encourage others to improve Wikipedia…
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Celebrate the beauty of our planet: Wiki Loves Earth 2025 is here!
We’re excited to announce the launch of Wiki Loves Earth 2025, the global photography competition dedicated to showcasing the stunning natural landscapes and protected areas around the world. Since its…
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Wikimedia UK and the Royal Society host workshop on information literacy and future health emergencies
As part of Wikimedia UK’s work in the area of information literacy, in late 2023 we partnered with the BBC and the Royal Society to plan, programme and host a…
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Trans + History Week Edit-a-thon
On 9th May 2025, Wikimedia UK proudly collaborated with WMLGBT+ and the National Library of Wales on a Trans + History Week Edit-a-thon hosted by Cardiff Central Library. The aim…
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Train the trainer 2025 – Expressions of interest now open
Are you a passionate Wikipedia editor? Would you like to learn how you can share your passion for Wikipedia editing (and contributing to other free open knowledge Wikimedia projects) by…
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Join Wikimedia UK – Chair of the Board of Trustees
We are currently seeking a new dynamic and visionary Chair of our Board of Trustees to lead our organisation into its next chapter. We are grateful to our outgoing Chair,…
