In the dichotomy between producers and consumers, Wikimedia platforms and Wikimedians have for long primarily been considered consumers of information, reusers of others’ information. The rapid AI developments are however making it clear that Wikimedians are also, or perhaps primarily, producers of information. The Wikimedia platforms are sources for others to reuse, not the least AI models. How does the rapid development of AI impact the Wikimedia platforms and the movement, and what should be think about it?

During the spring of 2024, Wikimedia Sverige will write a paper on artificial intelligence and text and data mining, especially in relation to copyright issues. New pieces of legislation or policy are emerging at the national, regional and international level, but so far, an international dialogue within the Wikimedia movement has been lacking. How will AI affect Wikimedia projects? What are Wikimedia standpoints? How do we ensure that our positions are aligned, when we talk with the legislators or policy makers?

Using the position paper as a starting point, this workshop aims to gather input, thoughts, information, concerns and feedback from attendees, highlighting what is considered to be the largest issues and what our response to those issues should or could be.

Session recording: https://youtu.be/LedziGgRqZU?t=15998