How to Contribute to the Wiki
DanceResource is a dynamic, open-source platform powered by its community. Whether you're a dancer, facilitator, researcher, or simply curious, your contributions help us expand, preserve, and share the collective knowledge of conscious dance. Together, we can foster a vibrant, scientifically grounded, and inclusive resource.
This guide explains how you can actively participate in building and enhancing the wiki.
1. Getting Started
Before contributing, please familiarize yourself with our mission, values, and vision:
We encourage contributions that are clear, inclusive, well-researched, and respectful of diverse movement traditions and identities. Authenticity, scientific integrity, accessibility, and a deep respect for personal experience form the foundation of all contributions.
2. How You Can Contribute
Create or Expand Articles
- Write new articles or expand existing ones on conscious dance topics (techniques, practices, historical contexts, scientific findings).
- Ensure content is clear, factual, and supported by research or credible personal experience.
Enhance Existing Content
- Refine clarity, grammar, organization, and tone.
- Verify and include citations to scientific studies, research papers, or reputable sources.
- Suggest corrections, improvements, or additions to strengthen articles.
Contribute Resources
- Recommend books, videos, podcasts, online courses, and other educational materials.
- Update and enrich our Curated Resource Library.
Translate Content
- Assist in translating key articles to help make DanceResource globally accessible.
- Contribute personal insights or stories that enrich understanding and illustrate conscious dance practices.
- Document community-driven events, rituals, or techniques to inspire others.
3. Editing and Formatting Guidelines
DanceResource utilizes standard MediaWiki formatting. Here are some basic tips:
- Click \"Edit\" to modify existing pages.
- Click \"Create\" to start a new article.
- Use double brackets
[[Page Name]]to link internally. - Always preview changes before finalizing edits.
- Summarize your changes briefly in the edit summary box to provide context.
For formatting examples or further guidance, review established pages or seek assistance in the Community Portal. You can also consult Wikipedia’s contributor guide for more advanced tips, as we use the same underlying platform (MediaWiki).
4. Commitment to Scientific Integrity
Maintaining scientific accuracy and reliability is crucial. When contributing:
- Cite credible research studies, academic articles, and validated sources.
- Fact-check information rigorously.
- Distinguish clearly between research-backed content and personal experiences or opinions.
Your careful attention to accuracy helps maintain DanceResource as a trustworthy and reliable reference.
5. Collaborative Spirit
DanceResource is collaborative by nature. Embrace these community principles:
- Communicate respectfully, constructively, and inclusively.
- Honor diverse viewpoints, methodologies, and dance traditions.
- Assume positive intent from fellow contributors.
- Engage in discussion or consultation when in doubt or before making significant edits.
6. Advanced Contribution Opportunities
Interested in deeper involvement? Consider:
- Joining our core editing or moderation team.
- Assisting in developing wiki structure, categorization, or standardization templates.
- Organizing outreach, documentation, or translation initiatives.
Reach out via the Community Portal or contact us directly—we welcome your enthusiasm and dedication!
Together, we’re creating an inclusive, scientifically-informed, and vibrant resource to celebrate and sustain the transformative power of conscious dance.
