Advancing Open Knowledge Through Action
At the Open Knowledge Impact Foundation (OKIF), we believe knowledge becomes powerful when it is open, inclusive, and accessible. Our work focuses on empowering communities, amplifying marginalized voices, and building sustainable systems that foster shared learning and cultural understanding. Here’s how we’re turning that vision into action:
Open Education Initiatives
We support the creation and distribution of openly licensed educational content to bridge access gaps and empower self-directed learning. From school students to lifelong learners, we promote tools and projects that enable anyone, anywhere, to learn freely.
Cultural Heritage & Oral Knowledge
Wiki Loves Folklore
A campaign that celebrates folklore heritage through contributions to Wikimedia projects, encouraging the documentation and preservation of oral traditions, festivals, and culture.
Gender Equity & Representation
Feminism and Folklore
An annual international writing campaign (February–March) that encourages the creation of Wikipedia articles on women leaders, gender issues, and feminist themes within folklore traditions. The initiative addresses the gender and cultural content gap on the internet, with a strong focus on inclusivity and representation.
Open Technology for Open Knowledge
We build and support tools that make open knowledge contribution more effective and scalable:
Article List Generator
A multilingual tool that identifies important missing articles between language Wikipedias. Users can generate custom lists and download in CSV or WikiTable formats to expand knowledge across language barriers. Try the Tool →
CampWiz
A powerful tool for organizing multilingual edit-a-thons and campaigns across Wikimedia platforms. Simplifies event management and participation.
Community Leadership Development
We nurture and support grassroots leaders from underrepresented regions and communities through mentorship, workshops, and partnerships.
Resource Creation & Toolkits
We develop accessible toolkits, guides, and curricula to help individuals and organizations engage with open knowledge movements effectively.
Workshops & Convenings
We regularly host and participate in events that bring together diverse communities to advance open knowledge.
Policy & Ethical Advocacy
We contribute to conversations on digital rights, cultural consent, and ethical knowledge-sharing practices. Learn more →