About Us

About

World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia is a non-profit organisation that publishes free, high-quality historical content to advance historical literacy and improve history education worldwide.

We believe that deeper knowledge of our interconnected human past creates curious, open-minded, and democratic societies.

Our mission is to engage people with cultural heritage and to improve history education worldwide.

History education shapes how we understand ourselves, our societies, and our view of the future. In today’s polarized world, understanding history isn’t a luxury – it’s a necessity. Quality history education gives people the tools to recognize bias, resist manipulation, and engage thoughtfully in civic life. It teaches that the past is complex, that narratives can conflict, and that truth must be grounded in evidence.

Yet easy to understand historical resources of academic quality remain out of reach for millions of learners worldwide.

We exist to change that by making comprehensive historical knowledge freely accessible to everyone, helping people develop the critical thinking skills needed to navigate our complex, interconnected world. We believe that access to historical knowledge is a human right that should be extended to all.

Free Education

We support educators, students, and institutions worldwide by providing reliable, engaging, and high-quality educational resources entirely free of charge. Our content helps educators build historical literacy in their classrooms while giving students the tools to think critically about the past and its relevance to today.

Access to History

Our publication is completely free and designed for ease of use, allowing anyone to explore thousands of articles, multimedia content, and interactive resources without barriers. We also strive to ensure the content is as accessible as possible to different countries, with translations in 45 languages (and counting).

Reliability

We provide trustworthy historical information that readers can depend on. In an era of misinformation, we maintain rigorous editorial standards to ensure our content reflects current scholarly consensus and is thoroughly fact-checked, as every piece of content is reviewed by multiple editors.

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How We Do It

Our editorial content is rigorously researched, peer-reviewed, and authored by historians, archaeologists, educators, and scholars from around the globe. This expert authorship contributes to our status as a trusted resource in classrooms and universities, recommended by esteemed institutions such as Oxford University, California State University, and Common Sense Education. World History Encyclopedia maintains complete editorial independence, providing objective historical information based on current scholarly consensus, free from political bias or ideological influence. Read our full editorial policy here.

As a registered non-profit organisation in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada, WHE operates through a sustainable funding model that combines advertising revenue, member subscriptions, and donations, allowing us to keep all educational content completely free whilst maintaining our independence and editorial integrity. Read about how you can contribute to our mission here.