Grants:IdeaLab/Introduce new perspective of Wikipedia to people

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Introduce new perspective of Wikipedia to people

By gaining knowledge and using it, we can make the world a better place.

idea creator• Thevalos

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created on23:35, 13 January 2018 (UTC)

Audience

Who are the people you want to introduce Wikipedia to?

Try to be as specific as possible about this group.
People who read a little bit less than others.

In what languages do they search for information, online or otherwise?

English

In what ways does this group communicate with each other?

This can include services and apps in social media, mailing lists, physical spaces like conferences or lectures, or at specific institutions like at a library.
Facebook, Instagram, universities and public places.

What are some reasons this group would use Wikipedia? How would they benefit from it, or what would they find useful?

Think about what they would be interested in reading and learning about; does Wikipedia provide better access to information this group cares about?
Reading is vital for every aspect of life. The more people read, the better the world becomes. If one is able to direct a person's perspective towards the right one, then he or she might never stop reading.

Project idea

What language Wikipedia projects will you promote to new readers?

English

How will you communicate with new readers? Will you be communicating with them online, in-person, or both?

I might be making workshops with students and other people, who show passion in reading, in my university. Also, promoting various topics in social media isn't excluded.

Describe your idea to engage new readers. How might it be implemented? What will you tell people about Wikipedia?

Think about the steps that might involved to make this idea happen, and what you might teach people about your experience or others' experiences using Wikipedia.
Sharing interesting and important topics which may spark their curiosity to know more about a certain thing.

How will you know if this project is successful? What are some outcomes that you can share after the project is completed?

If you’re not certain about how to respond to this question when starting your idea, you do not need to answer it right now. Campaign participants and Wikimedia Foundation staff can help you consider some options.
The "viral" links that are shared in social media, will not be news, but articles from Wikipedia! Social media, overall, have a huge traffic and impact on people's motives.

Do you think you can implement this idea? What support do you need?

Do you need people with specific skills or resources to complete this idea? Are there any financial needs for this project? Do you need advising from Wikimedia Foundation staff?
Yes! Pieces of advice are always appreciated. People with good communication skills and those who are experienced doing workshops and seminars will greatly enhance the success of the project.

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About the idea creator

BSc. in Computer Sciences & Engineering Enthusiast of a lot of fields. I read constantly, every day on Wikipedia.

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