kriitikat

Kriitikat is a decentralized online platform and community dedicated to critique and feedback across creative disciplines, including writing, visual arts, film, and scholarly work. It provides a space where authors can share works and receive structured, constructive commentary from peers.

Launched in the early 2020s by an international coalition of educators, critics, and technologists, Kriitikat aims to broaden access to high-quality critique beyond traditional publishing channels. The project emphasizes transparent practices, consent-based participation, and learning-oriented feedback.

Members submit works or requests for critique; reviewers provide focused notes using templates that address context, craft, and potential impact. The platform features a lightweight reputation system with upvotes and badges to recognize helpful feedback, and multilingual support to widen participation.

Governance is community-driven. A rotating council, elected by participants, oversees guidelines, dispute resolution, and content moderation. Strong emphasis is placed on safety, anti-harassment, and opt-in anonymity.

Kriitikat has been adopted by universities, writing circles, and independent studios as an alternative or supplement to traditional peer review. Critics note its potential to democratize feedback, while others caution about consistency and moderation challenges.