Dorith Yosef holds a Master’s degree in Information Science and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the School of Communication at Ariel University, Israel. Her research focuses on Genealogy in Social Media, with particular emphasis on collaborative knowledge creation in online environments such as WhatsApp groups and Facebook communities. She examines the central role of community administrators and the communities themselves as hubs of knowledge, exploring the complex dynamics within online genealogy networks and analyzing content strategies that foster meaningful engagement. She also investigates the innovative use of DNA testing to reconnect families, alongside an in-depth exploration of the underlying motivations that drive individuals to share their genetic information on social platforms. Through this research, she aims to uncover how these processes contribute to reconstructing community histories and restoring family heritage.