Wikimedia Foundation

The Wikimedia Foundation is renowned for hosting Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia that is created, edited, and verified by volunteers globally. Beyond Wikipedia, it operates various community-driven projects, all aimed at gathering and sharing knowledge in a way that reflects human diversity. The foundation is primarily funded through individual donations and encourages participation from anyone who supports its vision. It actively engages in research and collaborates with global researchers to explore societal and technological changes. Furthermore, the Wikimedia Foundation develops open-source technology to enhance the speed, reliability, and accessibility of Wikipedia across the world. It also advocates for the right to free and open knowledge and operates in multiple languages including English, Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and German. Recently, it launched a global contest to create the first-ever sound logo for Wikipedia and its associated projects, underlining its commitment to providing essential infrastructure for free knowledge.