Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Fante Wikimedians Community Activities - Focus on Wikidata and Commons (ID: 22114650)
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Applicant Details edit
- Please provide your main Wikimedia Username.
Robertjamal12
- Please provide the Usernames of people related to this proposal.
Ebenoffen1
Leonard Nketsia
- Organization
N/A
- Are you a member of any Wikimedia affiliate or group, including informal groups like Wiki Fan Clubs, emerging language communities, not recognized Wikimedia groups etc.? Please list them all.
Wikimedia Ghana User Group
Fante Wikimedia Community
Grant Proposal edit
- M. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
Fante Wikimedians Community Activities - Focus on Wikidata and Commons
- Q. Indicate if it is a local, international, or regional proposal and if it involves several countries? (optional)
Local
- Q2. If you have answered regional or international, please write the country names and any other information that is useful for understanding your proposal.
- R. If you would like, please share any websites or social media accounts that your group or organization has.
- 1. What is the change that you are trying to bring about and why is this important.
Following the remarkable success of our inaugural quarterly event, our team is highly motivated to continue fostering community engagement and introducing new Wikimedia projects. Our primary focus thus far has been on elevating the Fante Wikipedia Incubator, which has seen an impressive number of articles created or improved by dedicated community members. We are committed to supporting our contributors by providing them with the necessary tools and resources to excel in their contributions.
In addition to our local efforts, we have also actively participated in global initiatives such as Art + Feminism, Wiki World Heritage, and Wiki Loves Africa. By engaging in these initiatives, we have been able to connect with a wider community of Wikimedians, exchange knowledge and ideas, and work collaboratively towards advancing the Wikimedia movement.
Moving forward, we plan to introduce more innovative projects and programs to deepen community engagement and foster an even more inclusive and diverse community. We are dedicated to our mission of creating and sharing knowledge freely and look forward to making even more significant contributions to the Wikimedia movement in the future.
We aim to increase engagement and retention rates among both new and experienced editors in our growing community of motivated Fante Wikimedians. This community spans across Takoradi, Cape Coast, and two university campuses in Winneba. Additionally, we plan to introduce the community to other Wikimedia projects, such as Wikidata and Commons, to showcase the diverse ways in which one can make valuable contributions and participate in Wikimedia movement campaigns.
- 2. Describe your main approaches or strategies to achieve these changes and why you think they will be effective.
This project aims to empower the community members by building their capacity, improving retention rates, and fostering continuous engagement among both new and experienced editors to edit Wikimedia projects. Additionally, we plan to introduce other Wikimedia projects to the community to create awareness that members can contribute to other projects as well.
Our initial quarterly project was a resounding success, with participants displaying a high level of motivation and eagerness to contribute to Wikimedia projects, particularly the local Fante Wikipedia Incubator.
Mentorship and support will also be provided to community members through team leaders who will guide and assist them in contributing efficiently to Wikimedia projects using resources such as templates and guidelines.
As a community, we recognize the importance of partnerships in expanding the scope of our work in supporting the Fante language. Therefore, our primary strategy is to collaborate with academic institutions, GLAM institutions, and organizations interested in supporting the language. We will continue to work with lecturers at the University of Education Language Department, Art+Feminism, Wiki World Heritage, Rising Voices, and other institutions in Ghana to recruit more contributors for the Fante language. Through these partnerships, we aim to create a more vibrant and sustainable Fante language community on Wikimedia projects.
- 3. What are the activities you will be developing and delivering as part of these approaches or strategies?
As part of our ongoing efforts to support and engage our community members, we are planning a series of in-person and online workshops focused on introducing them to various Wikimedia projects and providing them with training and support.
The in-person workshops will be held across 4 events, spread across four groups located in three different cities: Takoradi, Cape Coast, and two University Campuses in Winneba. During these events, we will introduce new Wikimedia projects and provide hands-on training to participants to help them develop the skills needed to contribute effectively.
In addition to the in-person workshops, we will also host four online events. These events will serve as opportunities for volunteers to discuss ongoing projects, learn about future developments, and receive support from our team. We will also hold office hours during these events to answer questions and provide guidance to participants and one photowalk will be organised
Overall, these workshops and training programs are an important part of our commitment to supporting and engaging our community members. By providing them with the training and support they need to become effective contributors to Wikimedia projects, we believe we can foster a more vibrant and inclusive community of Wikimedians dedicated to creating and sharing knowledge freely.
- 4. Are your activities part of a Wikimedia movement campaign or event? If so, please select the relevant campaign below. If so, please select all the relevant campaigns from the list below. If "other", please state which.
Other (please specify)
- Creating Awareness about Wikimedia Projects
- 5. Do you have the team that is needed to implement this proposal?
Yes,
Eben (Ebenoffen1), is a highly active member of the Fante Wikimedians Community, with extensive experience as a Fante language professional, teacher, and contributor to the Fante Wikipedia incubator and translatewiki. He will co-facilitate the project and bring his expertise to ensure its success.
Lynessa Ofori (Lynessa Ofori) She is an experienced editor and contributor, with a background in the Fante language. She will provide general support to task leads, assist with co-facilitating training and communication, and contribute to other aspects of the project.
Leonard Nketsia (Leonard Nketsia) is a Fante language professional and teacher, as well as an active contributor on translatewiki. He will co-facilitate training, strategy, and logistics for the project, bringing his extensive knowledge and expertise to the table.
Assilidjoe (User:Assilidjoe): Active contributor on the Fante incubator. Will support and assist with co-facilitating training and communication
Wendy (User:Wendygyadu). She will support and assist with co-facilitating training and also provide general support to task leads
- 6. Please state if your proposal aims to work to bridge any of the identified CONTENT knowledge gaps (Knowledge Inequity)? Select up to THREE that most apply to your work.
Content Gender gap, Language, Cultural background, ethnicity, religion, racial
- 6.1 In a few sentences, explain how your work is specifically addressing this content gap (or Knowledge inequity) to ensure a greater representation of knowledge.
Our program aims to bridge the language barrier and gender gap by documenting information on both English and Fante Wikipedia, giving proper recognition to women who have made significant contributions in various fields to encourage more female representation online.
- 7. Please state if your proposal includes any of these areas or THEMATIC focus. Select up to THREE that most apply to your work and explain the rationale for identifying these themes.
Culture, heritage or GLAM , Diversity
- 8. Will your work focus on involving participants from any underrepresented communities?
Geographic , Ethnic/racial/religious or cultural background, Linguistic / Language
- 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?
Our program aims to engage a diverse range of participants, including existing members of the Fante Wikimedia Community, Fante natives, and anyone who can contribute to the project in Fante. We recognize the importance of maintaining communication with our participants and plan to utilize various platforms such as Whatsapp, Telegram, and social media to achieve this.
To ensure continued participation and retention after the project implementation, we have developed a series of strategies. Firstly, we will collect usernames and contact information through feedback forms to keep track of our participants. Secondly, we will offer optional mailing lists and social media groups for those interested in staying updated on future events.
We also plan to identify the most active, knowledgeable, and motivated contributors and invite them to future events, providing them with opportunities to take on leadership roles within the community. Finally, we will add new participants to the existing WhatsApp/Telegram group to encourage continued discussions and collaborations. By implementing these strategies, we hope to foster a vibrant and engaged community of contributors committed to the Fante Wikipedia project.
- 10. In what ways are you actively seeking to contribute towards creating a safer, supportive, more equitable environment for participants?
To ensure a positive and welcoming environment for all participants, we will adhere to the Wikimedia-friendly space policy. This includes assuming good faith towards others regarding their contributions and opinions. We welcome any volunteer who wishes to participate in the grant, and we will provide them with all the necessary support to ensure they are well taken care of throughout their involvement. Our doors are always open to all who want to contribute to the project.
- 11. Please tell us about how you have let your Wikimedia communities know about the planned activities and this proposal. Use this space to describe the processes you carried out to make the community more involved in planning this proposal. Please link the on-wiki community discussion(s) around the proposals.
I have informed the following communities
Wikimedia Ghana User Group (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Talk:Planning_Wikimedia_Ghana#Community_notification)
Fante Wikimedians Community (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Talk:Fante_Wikimedians_Community#Community_notification_3)
Twi Community here (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Talk:Twi_Wikimedia_Community_User_Group#Community_notification_6) and here (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Talk:Wikimedians_of_Twi_Language_User_Group#Community_notification_6)
- 12. Are you aware of other Rapid Fund proposals in your local group, community, or region that are being submitted and that align with your proposed project?
No
If yes:
- 12.1 Did you explore the possibility of doing a joint proposal with other leaders in your group?
- N/A
- 12.2 How will this joint proposal allow you to have better results?
- N/A
- 13. Will you be working with other external, non-Wikimedia partners to implement this proposal? Required.
No
- 13.1 Please describe these partnerships and what motivates the potential partner to be part of the proposal and how they add value to your work.
- 14. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select a maximum of THREE options that most apply.
Increase the Sustainability of Our Movement, Provide for Safety and Inclusion, Invest in Skills and Leadership Development
Learning, Sharing, and Evaluation edit
- 15. What do you hope to learn from your work in this fund proposal?
Create community awareness about Wikimedia projects
Manage existing partnerships and establish new ones.
The community is aware that there are different ways to contribute to Wikimedia and are interested in doing so.
New/existing editors have the skills and motivation necessary to continue contributing to Wikimedia projects.
How to Effectively manage an open community
- 16. Based on these learning questions, what is the information or data you need to collect to answer these questions? Please register this information (as metric description) in the following spaces provided.
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- 17. Core quantitative metrics.
| Core metrics | Description | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | Volunteer editors to meet up | 60 |
| Number of editors | Volunteer editors who will continue editing during the project period | 20 |
| Number of organizers | Groups to meet for the training | 4 |
| Wikimedia Project | Description | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Wikidata | The Wikidata items to be created or improved | 400 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Wikimedia commons images to be uploaded or depicted | 150 |
| Incubator | The articles created or improved on the Fante language incubator | 100 |
| Translatewiki | Number of phrases to be translated | 290 |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
- 17.1 If for some reason your proposal will not measure these core metrics please provide an explanation.
- 18. What tools would you use to measure each metric selected? Please refer to the guide for a list of tools. You can also write that you are not sure and need support.
Program and Events Dashboard and Wikimedia Hashtag Tools
Financial Proposal edit
- 19. & 19.1 What is the amount you are requesting from Wikimedia Foundation? Please provide this amount in your local currency.
37637.9 GHS
- 19.2 What is this amount in US Currency (to the best of your knowledge)?
2993.12 USD
- 20. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1sIAxbi-7gwRq3YjExFMC400AfI6gR4hksF4oOLTpE_0/edit?usp=sharing
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
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- Stating why the proposal is important for the communities involved and why they think the strategies chosen will achieve the results that are expected.
- Highlighting any aspects they think are particularly well developed: for instance, the strategies and activities proposed, the levels of community engagement, outreach to underrepresented groups, addressing knowledge gaps, partnerships, the overall budget and learning and evaluation section of the proposal, etc.
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- Analysing if the proposal is coherent in terms of the objectives, strategies, budget, and expected results (metrics).