Dynamics of Collective Intelligence: Wikipedia as a Feminist Tool

In this tutorial, the Who writes his_tory? collective sheds light on feminist perspectives within a collective intelligence, posing the question: “How can we question and shape Wikipedia simultaneously as a tool?”

Wikipedia is one of the most well-known and frequently visited non-commercial websites in the world—but few people know how it works behind the scenes. In this tutorial, the Who writes his_tory? collective provides insights into feminist strategies and working methods within the Wikipedia universe. Daniela Brugger and Chris Regn from Who writes his_tory? share their experiences of collaborating with Wikipedia and exploring its realm over many years, revealing the structures and dynamics of collective intelligence. They invite an open discussion about how to simultaneously question and shape the encyclopedia, using it as a tool for feminist perspectives.

Who writes his_tory? is a Wikipedia writing collective that stands up for an accessible online culture and is committed to intersectional feminist structures in Wikipedia. While the core of the artistically and activist-driven initiative is formed by artists Chris Regn and Daniela Brugger, it also expands in context to include international and cross-linguistic accomplices. Since 2016, the collective has worked internationally in a wide variety of formats, collaborating with festivals, universities, art spaces, and cultural institutions in the form of writing workshops, readings, and discussions, as well as conferences on art and feminism.

Event Information

On-site participation:

Open doors: 3:30 pm CET. The event will start at 4 pm so please make sure to be at the space in time.

Address: InfoSpace, Auf dem Wolf 11, 4052 Basel, Switzerland

Accessibility: Located on the first floor, InfoSpace is wheelchair-accessible and can be reached via the lift from the ground floor. On the first floor are two wheelchair-accessible toilets.
Please ring the bell to enter the building.


Online participation:

This event will be close-captioned.

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