Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Breton Culture & Language on Wikipedia:Amplify & Preserve (ID: 22571957)
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Applicant Details edit
- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:DavJap%26Bzh
- Organization
Fonds de dotation Bretagne numérique
- If you are a group or organization leader, board member, president, executive director, or staff member at any Wikimedia group, affiliate, or Wikimedia Foundation, you are required to self-identify and present all roles. (required)
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- Describe all relevant roles with the name of the group or organization and description of the role. (required)
Main Proposal edit
- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
Breton Culture & Language on Wikipedia: Amplify & Preserve
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2024-07-22 - 2025-07-21
- 4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
France
- 5. Are your activities part of a Wikimedia movement campaign, project, or event? If so, please select the relevant project or campaign. (required)
Other (please specify) While our project is not officially affiliated with a specific Wikimedia campaign, it aligns with the broader goals of the Wikimedia movement to promote cultural diversity and inclusivity on a global scale.
- 6. What is the change you are trying to bring? What are the main challenges or problems you are trying to solve? Describe this change or challenges, as well as main approaches to achieve it. (required)
The digital preservation and promotion of Brittany's culture and the Breton language face a crucial challenge.
Breton language, spoken by 210 000 people in Brittany (http://www.bretagne.bzh/jcms/prod_435654/fr/enquete-socio-linguistique-qui-parle-les-langues-de-bretagne-aujourd-hui?lg=fr), has been listed by UNESCO in its Atlas of the world's languages in danger, published in 2010 (https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000187026/PDF/187026eng.pdf.multi).
The limited visibility and representation of Breton culture and language within the vast expanses of the digital realm is especially significant on platforms such as Wikimedia (https://stats.wikimedia.org/#/br.wikipedia.org/contributing/new-registered-users/normal%7Cbar%7Call%7C~total%7Cmonthly).
The scarcity of content and contributors not only hinders the global recognition of our rich heritage but also affects the inclusivity and diversity of the digital knowledge ecosystem.
Our proposal aims to bridge this gap by fostering a vibrant local participation group in Quimper, dedicated to amplifying the digital presence of Breton culture and language on Wikimedia ecosystems.
Our project is not merely about increasing content volume; it's about ensuring the survival and thriving of a culture in the digital age. By integrating Brittany's culture and the Breton language into such open content online tools, we aim to safeguard our heritage for future generations. This initiative will facilitate a broader global understanding and appreciation of our unique cultural identity, promoting cultural diversity and inclusivity on a global scale. The successful implementation of this proposal will enable the Breton community to share its rich cultural narratives and linguistic heritage with the world, fostering a deeper intercultural dialogue and mutual respect among diverse global communities.
These approaches were selected based on a thorough analysis of the challenges facing the digital representation of minority cultures and languages. Evidence from similar initiatives has shown that community engagement and partnerships are critical to success. Our strategy leverages the strength of local knowledge and a combination that has been effective in other contexts in preserving and promoting linguistic diversity.
A distinctive aspect of our proposal is the focus on multimodal (image, text, audio, video) and multilanguage contributions. This innovation is grounded in research indicating that rich, diverse content types enhance the learning and appreciation of cultural and linguistic nuances. By adopting this comprehensive approach, we aim to create a more engaging and informative digital presence for the Breton culture and language, setting a precedent for similar initiatives worldwide.
- 7. What are the planned activities? (required) Please provide a list of main activities. You can also add a link to the public page for your project where details about your project can be found. Alternatively, you can upload a timeline document. When the activities include partnerships, include details about your partners and planned partnerships.
With this dedicated local participation group in Quimper, we plan to :
- organize online and live training events for new editors and contributors, empowering community members with the skills needed to contribute effectively.
- collaborate with local cultural institutions such as museums and universities to source authentic materials and content (like previously done in the context of GLAM with Musée des Champs Libres (https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikip%C3%A9dia:GLAM/Mus%C3%A9e_de_Bretagne)
The project aims to improve the quantity and the quality of content related to Breton culture and language on Wikimedia platforms by involving various actors, including the UBO Université de Bretagne Occidentale, the city of Quimper, museums, and the network of libraries. The UBO will act as a leader and pioneer in this initiative, leveraging its expertise in the field of history, art, and cultural heritage.
The planned activities include:
1. Collaborating with UBO's Parcours Histoire de l'art et Patrimoine L2, L3, M1 program to integrate Wikimedia projects into the curriculum, providing students with the opportunity to contribute to the improvement of content related to Breton culture and language on Wikimedia platforms.
2. Organizing training sessions and workshops for UBO faculty and students to equip them with the necessary skills to create and improve high-quality content on Wikimedia platforms.
3. Engaging professionals of mediation from the city, museums, and the network of libraries in Quimper to reach a larger public and increase the impact of the initiative.
4. Developing partnerships with local cultural institutions to facilitate access to resources and materials related to Breton culture and language, and to promote the creation of new content on Wikimedia platforms.
5. Implementing a quality control process to ensure the accuracy and reliability of content related to Breton culture and language on Wikimedia platforms, involving experts from UBO and other cultural institutions.
6. Encouraging the use of multimedia and multilingual content to enrich the digital representation of Breton culture and language, and to promote intercultural dialogue and mutual respect.
Through these activities, the project aims to create a sustainable ecosystem of collaboration and engagement around Wikimedia projects in Quimper, led by UBO and involving various actors from the cultural and educational sectors. By leveraging the expertise of UBO and implementing a quality control process, the project seeks to improve the quality and reliability of content related to Breton culture and language on Wikimedia platforms, while also promoting cultural diversity and inclusivity on a global scale.
- 8. Describe your team. Please provide their roles, Wikimedia Usernames and other details. (required) Include more details of the team, including their roles, usernames, Wikimedia group, and whether they are salaried, volunteers, consultants/contractors, etc. Team members involved in the grant application need to be aware of their involvement in the project.
Our team consists of the following members:
- David LE MEUR - Bretagne numérique Digital Project Coordinator (user page : https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:DavJap%26Bzh). David is salaried by Bretagne numérique, responsible for the overall coordination of the project, connecting with partners, managing the budget, and ensuring the successful delivery of project outcomes. He has extensive experience in digital project management and has worked on several digital and cultural heritage projects in Brittany.
- Nicolas VIGNERON - Wikimedia Expert (Wikimedia username: Nicolas VIGNERON, https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:VIGNERON) Nicolas is a Wikimedian who is very well known in the breton wikipedia community especially in Rennes and Brest. He has been in residence at the Musée de Bretagne and has extensive experience in working with cultural institutions to improve their presence on Wikimedia projects. He will be responsible for training new editors, providing support to contributors, and ensuring the quality of content created during the project. Nicolas will be working mainly as consultant/contractors in the project.
- Lucas LEVEQUE - Wikimedia Expert (Wikimedia username: Lucas Léveque) Lucas is a Wikimedia expert at the origin of Wikimedia projects such as Wiktionnaire and Lingua Libre with experience in organizing editing events and working with cultural institutions (GLAM and so on). He will be responsible for organizing training events, providing technical support to contributors, and collaborating with Nicolas and local cultural institutions to source authentic materials and content.
- Julien BACHELIER - UBO Parcours Histoire de l'art & Patrimoine Coordinator. Julien is a lecturer in art history at the Université Bretagne Occidentale and coordinates the program Histoire de l'art & Patrimoine dedicated to breton history, culture and heritage. He will be responsible for integrating Wikimedia projects into the curriculum, encouraging students to contribute to Wikimedia projects, and providing academic support to contributors.
- Bernard Kalonn - Adjoint à la culture à la ville. Bernard is the deputy mayor of Quimper in charge of culture. He will be responsible for liaising with the city's cultural institutions, promoting the project to the wider public, and ensuring that the project aligns with the city's cultural policies.
- Guillaume AMBROISE - Musée des beaux-arts de Quimper Guillaume is the director of the Musée des beaux-arts de Quimper. He will be responsible for collaborating with the project team to source authentic materials and content related to the museum's collections, and promoting the project to the museum's visitors and staff.
- Alexis Lemée - Responsable des Cultures Numériques pour les Médiathèques de Quimper Bretagne Occidentale Alexis is in charge of digital culture for the network of libraries in Quimper. He will be responsible for engaging professionals of mediation and the wider public in the project, and promoting the use of Wikimedia projects in the library network.
Together, our team brings a diverse range of skills and expertise to the project, including digital project management, Wikimedia editing and training, art history and cultural heritage, academic support, cultural policy, museum collections management, and digital culture. We are committed to working collaboratively to achieve the project's goals and promote the preservation and promotion of Breton culture and language on Wikimedia projects.
- 9. Who are the target participants and from which community? How will you engage participants before and during the activities? How will you follow up with participants after the activities? (required)
The target participants for the project are students, researchers, cultural professionals, and members of the general public who are interested in Breton culture and language. The project aims to engage participants from the local community in Quimper and the surrounding region, as well as from the broader Wikimedia community in France and beyond.
To engage participants before the activities, the project team will use a variety of strategies, including:
- Promoting the project through social media, email lists, and other communication channels
- Reaching out to local cultural institutions, universities, and community organizations to identify potential partners and participants
- Organizing information sessions and workshops to introduce participants to Wikimedia projects and the goals of the project
- Providing online resources and tutorials to help participants develop the skills they need to contribute to Wikimedia projects
During the activities, the project team will use a range of engagement strategies, including:
- Providing hands-on training and support to participants
- Encouraging collaboration and peer-to-peer learning among participants
- Organizing events and activities that are relevant and interesting to the target community, such as edit-a-thons focused on specific topics or themes related to Breton culture and language
- Recognizing and celebrating the contributions of participants, for example by highlighting their work on social media or in project reports
After the activities, the project team will follow up with participants to ensure that they continue to engage with Wikimedia projects and the Breton cultural community. This may include:
- Providing ongoing support and mentorship to participants who want to continue contributing to Wikimedia projects
- Encouraging participants to share their experiences and knowledge with others in their community
- Organizing follow-up events and activities to build on the momentum generated by the project
- Evaluating the impact of the project and using the insights gained to improve future initiatives aimed at promoting Breton culture and language on Wikimedia projects.
- 10. Does your project involve work with children or youth? (required)
No
- 10.1. Please provide a link to your Youth Safety Policy. (required) If the proposal indicates direct contact with children or youth, you are required to outline compliance with international and local laws for working with children and youth, and provide a youth safety policy aligned with these laws. Read more here.
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- 11. How did you discuss the idea of your project with your community members and/or any relevant groups? Please describe steps taken and provide links to any on-wiki community discussion(s) about the proposal. (required) You need to inform the community and/or group, discuss the project with them, and involve them in planning this proposal. You also need to align the activities with other projects happening in the planned area of implementation to ensure collaboration within the community.
- 12. Does your proposal aim to work to bridge any of the content knowledge gaps (Knowledge Inequity)? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)
- 13. Does your proposal include any of these areas or thematic focus? Select one option that most applies to your work. (required)
- 14. Will your work focus on involving participants from any underrepresented communities? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)
- 15. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select one that most applies. (required)
Learning and metrics edit
- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | ||
| Number of editors | ||
| Number of organizers |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | |
| Wikimedia Commons | |
| Wikidata | |
| Wiktionary | |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | |
| Translatewiki | |
| MediaWiki | |
| Wikiquote | |
| Wikivoyage | |
| Wikibooks | |
| Wikiversity | |
| Wikinews | |
| Wikispecies | |
| Wikifunctions or Abstract Wikipedia |
- Optional description for content contributions.
N/A
- 19. Do you have any other project targets in numbers (metrics)? (optional)
No
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- 20. What tools would you use to measure each metrics? Please refer to the guide for a list of tools. You can also write that you are not sure and need support. (required)
Financial proposal edit
- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
- 22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)
EUR
- 22.2. Convert the amount requested into USD using the Oanda converter. This is done only to help you assess the USD equivalent of the requested amount. Your request should be between 500 - 5,000 USD.
USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
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- Analysing if the proposal is coherent in terms of the objectives, strategies, budget, and expected results (metrics).