Contribute to Wepedia
Thank you for your interest in contributing to Wepedia! As a collaborative encyclopedia, we rely on contributors like you to help build a comprehensive and reliable source of information.
Whether you're an expert in American history, politics, geography, culture, or any other field, your knowledge and skills can help improve Wepedia and make it a valuable resource for everyone.
How to Contribute
There are many ways to contribute to Wepedia, depending on your interests, expertise, and available time:
Create or Edit Articles
The most direct way to contribute is by writing new articles or improving existing ones. You can:
- Start a new article on a topic that's not yet covered
- Expand stub articles with more detailed information
- Update articles with recent developments or new information
- Improve clarity, readability, and organization of existing content
- Correct factual errors, grammar, spelling, or formatting issues
Add References and Citations
Verifiability is a core principle of Wepedia. Help improve our content by:
- Adding reliable sources to support facts and claims
- Finding better or more recent sources for existing content
- Formatting citations correctly and consistently
Review and Verify Content
Help maintain the quality and accuracy of Wepedia by:
- Reviewing articles for factual accuracy
- Checking for neutrality and balance in covering controversial topics
- Identifying areas that need improvement or expansion
- Flagging content that violates our guidelines
Content Guidelines
When contributing to Wepedia, please follow these guidelines:
Neutrality
Present information from a neutral point of view, representing significant perspectives fairly and without bias. Avoid advocacy, opinion, or promotional content.
Verifiability
All information should be verifiable from reliable, published sources. Prefer academic, peer-reviewed, and mainstream sources over self-published or promotional materials.
Notability
Topics should be notable and relevant. They should have received significant coverage in reliable, independent sources.
Original Research
Do not include original research, personal analysis, or synthesis of material. Wepedia is not a platform for publishing new theories or ideas.
Civility
Interact with other contributors in a respectful and civil manner. Focus on content rather than on other editors.
Getting Started
Ready to contribute? Here's how to get started:
- Create an account: Sign up for a Wepedia account to track your contributions and participate in discussions.
- Familiarize yourself with existing content: Browse Wepedia to get a feel for the style, tone, and organization of articles.
- Start small: Begin with minor edits, such as fixing typos or adding citations, before tackling larger projects.
- Use the sandbox: Test your edits in the sandbox before making changes to live articles.
- Ask for help: If you're unsure about something, don't hesitate to ask for guidance from experienced contributors.
Get in Touch
If you have questions about contributing to Wepedia or need assistance, please contact us. We're here to help you become a valuable member of our community.
Thank you for helping build Wepedia as a trusted source of knowledge!