Women of Wikipedia
Podcast von Fempower Media + Adrienne White
On Women of Wikipedia, you’ll learn about the gender bias that exists in the world’s largest encyclopedia and the ways in which people are trying to abolish gender inequality one Wikipedia article at a time. If you have ever spent hours getting lost in a Wikipedia rabbit hole, care about eradicating gender bias, or want to learn about the lives of notable women, this podcast is for you. Get involved with the podcast by submitting (1) your favorite Wikipedia articles about women, (2) Wikipedia articles about women that could be updated or improved, or (3) names of women who deserve to have Wikipedia articles to fempowermedianetwork@gmail.com. This podcast is hosted by Adrienne White and produced by Fempower Media. Copyright Fempower Media.
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On this episode, you will get a quick introduction into the gender bias on Wikipedia and hear some of the theories as to why it exists. The next episode will dive into the communities, projects, and people that are working to decrease the gender gap on Wikipedia, one article at a time. Fempower Media: Website Instagram Patreon Wikipedia articles mentioned in this episode: Wikipedia Gender Bias on Wikipedia Wikipedia Notability Multiyear Ranking of Most Viewed Pages Anna Konkle Maya Erskine Lady Gaga External articles mentioned in this episode: Wikipedia's Hostility to Women - The Atlantic (2015) Yes, Wikipedia Is Sexist -- That's Why It Needs You - Forbes (2013) Wikipedia Is Male-Dominated. That Doesn't Mean It's Sexist - Slate (2011) Female creator featured in this episode: Karla Sanders Website Instagram Notable female featured in this episode: Lady Gaga Resources for survivors of rape and sexual assault: National Sexual Assault Hotline for United States residents
Women of Wikipedia was created to shine a light on the gender bias that exists on Wikipedia (and in society) and to inspire listeners to get involved with the expansion and improvement of articles about women on Wikipedia. Wikipedia Gender Bias on Wikipedia The first episode of Women of Wikipedia will drop on January 15, 2020 - the 19th anniversary of the launch of Wikipedia. Women of Wikipedia is hosted by Adrienne White and produced by Fempower Media. To learn more about Women of Wikipedia and to access more female empowerment resources, visit fempowermedia.com. Join the movement on Instagram.
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