Community Citation [023]. Recognition Timeline: Day 29 since WMF declined voluntary recognition on July 27, 2026. “Wikipedia is the most important website in the world. It’s under constant attack from criminals, and nation states, and needs support and protection. Wikimedia staff are crucial for keeping Wikipedia alive and operational. They also need support and protection. A very basic aspect of that is forming a labor union.” — Lars Wirzenius, Former WMF staff and free software developer Reference: [1] Personal statement to WWU, August 24, 2026. Wiki Workers United/CWA. [union needed]. Solidarity Forever. Healthy Institutions Share Power.