WikiGenius
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| Founded by: | PixelRunner |
| Status: | New |
| Language: | English |
| Edit mode: | LoginToEdit |
| Wiki engine: | MediaWiki |
| Wiki license: | Creative Commons Public Domain Dedication (CC0) |
| Main topic: | [[:Category:|]] |
WikiGenius is an open educational wiki platform that allows users, especially students aged 8 to 18, to create and edit articles without strict notability requirements. Founded in Bangladesh, the platform is an alternative to more restrictive wikis, enabling individuals and lesser-known personalities to have documented biographies and content.
History[edit]
WikiGenius was officially launched on 22 July 2023, following its initial creation on June 01, 2023. The platform was co-founded by Shovon Ahmed, a public relations expert, and Parvej Husen Talukder, a poet and digital entrepreneur.
The platform was developed to promote digital literacy, creative writing, and early exposure to knowledge-sharing platforms for children and teenagers. WikiGenius does not enforce notability rules, unlike Wikipedia, which allows for creating more inclusive content.
Features[edit]
WikiGenius operates on MediaWiki software and supports contributions in multiple languages, primarily English and Bengali. Key features include:
- Simple editing tools suitable for younger audiences
- No strict notability guidelines
- Educational content and biographies
- A sandbox environment for learning wiki syntax
Goals and Vision[edit]
The mission of WikiGenius is to make content creation and digital publishing accessible to all, especially children. The founders aim to cultivate a generation of young learners who can research, write, and publish in a safe and educational environment.
Reception[edit]
As of 2025, WikiGenius has grown in popularity in South Asia, particularly among students and amateur writers. Local educators and tech communities have recognized it as a grassroots initiative to encourage digital literacy.