Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Club Wikipeda Metlaoui (ID: 22892427)
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Applicant Details
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Houss 2020
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Main Proposal
edit- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
Club Wikipeda Metlaoui
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2025-02-10 - 2025-08-31
- 4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
Tunisia
- 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) Learning Wikipedia for the Next Generation
- 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)
Bridging the Gap: Introducing Wikipedia and Wikimedia Projects to Tunisian Students
Despite its global importance, Wikipedia and other Wikimedia projects remain largely unfamiliar to many students and young people in Tunisia. This project seeks to address this knowledge gap by introducing Wikipedia and Wikimedia projects to a new generation of learners, fostering their understanding of free knowledge and empowering them to contribute meaningfully to these platforms.
The primary objectives of this initiative are:
Awareness and Training: Introduce students to the Wikimedia ecosystem, with a special focus on Wikipedia, and teach them the skills required to edit and contribute effectively. Accessibility and Inclusion: Provide access to a fully equipped space with computers and a stable internet connection, ensuring inclusivity for students who lack these resources. Skill Development: Promote digital literacy, research skills, and collaborative editing, empowering students to share their knowledge and amplify their voices on a global platform. To achieve these goals, the project will establish a dedicated hub open 60 hours per month. This space will serve as a learning and collaboration center, equipped with:
Computers: Offering hands-on experience with Wikimedia tools. High-Speed Internet: Facilitating seamless engagement with online resources. Expert Guidance: Training sessions led by experienced Wikimedia volunteers and educators. Through this project, students will not only gain practical skills in research, writing, and editing but also become contributors to the global pool of free knowledge. Additionally, the initiative will promote equal opportunities by addressing the digital divide that prevents many students from accessing such resources independently.
This effort is more than a training program—it’s an investment in the future of free knowledge in Tunisia, cultivating a generation of informed and active contributors to Wikimedia projects.
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Project Plan: After-School Wikipedia Program
Step 1: Opening the Call for Participation We will begin by opening a call for applications, inviting students to participate in the after-school Wikipedia project. This will target motivated students who are eager to learn about Wikimedia projects and contribute to the free knowledge ecosystem.
Step 2: Selecting Participants and Forming Groups A total of 48 participants will be selected from the pool of applicants based on their enthusiasm and potential. These participants will be divided into six groups, each consisting of eight members, to ensure focused and personalized learning experiences.
Step 3: Setting Up a Learning Space We will rent a suitable venue equipped with computers and internet access, providing an optimal learning environment. The space will be available for 60 hours per month and will be used to conduct workshops and collaborative work sessions.
Step 4: Conducting Workshops Each group will participate in a series of five hands-on workshops, designed to progressively build their skills in using and contributing to Wikipedia and other Wikimedia projects:
Introduction to Wikipedia and Wikimedia Projects Overview of Wikimedia’s mission and platforms. Discussion on the value of free knowledge. Creating a Wikimedia Account and First Edits Step-by-step guidance on account setup. Introduction to editing basics and sandbox usage. Creating a First Article on Wikipedia Researching and structuring content. Learning Wikipedia’s guidelines for verifiability and neutrality. Uploading Photos to Wikimedia Commons Understanding copyright and licensing. Hands-on practice in uploading and categorizing images. Expanding Skills: Advanced Article Creation Refining article-writing techniques. Collaborating on group projects to create meaningful content. Step 5: Motivational Closing Activity At the end of the project, the top 24 participants (based on engagement, contribution quality, and teamwork) will be rewarded with an entertaining and educational trip. This trip aims to recognize their efforts, foster camaraderie, and encourage continued volunteering on Wikipedia.
- 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.
- 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 primary target participants are students from schools and institutes in Tunisia, aged between 13 and 18, who are eager to learn about digital literacy, free knowledge, and collaborative editing on Wikimedia projects. These students are typically from communities where access to technology and exposure to platforms like Wikipedia is limited, making this project an opportunity to bridge the digital divide.
Engaging Participants Before and During Activities
Before Activities:
Outreach Campaigns: Use school visits, social media, and local community centers to introduce the project and invite applications. Application Process: Open a transparent and simple call for candidacy, allowing interested students to express their motivation to participate. Selection Process: Choose participants based on their interest, diversity, and representation from various schools and regions. During Activities:
Interactive Workshops: Conduct hands-on workshops where students learn by doing, fostering engagement and enthusiasm. Team-Based Approach: Divide participants into small groups to encourage collaboration, peer support, and teamwork. Gamified Learning: Introduce quizzes, challenges, and editing contests to keep the sessions exciting and engaging. Ongoing Communication: Use messaging platforms or group chats to maintain communication, share resources, and answer queries in real time. Follow-Up After Activities
Community Building:
Encourage participants to join Wikimedia groups or communities to stay connected and contribute actively. Provide opportunities for them to attend local or global Wikimedia events, fostering a sense of belonging to the larger Wikimedia movement. Mentorship Program:
Pair new contributors with experienced mentors (including alumni from the project) to guide them in their journey on Wikimedia platforms. Offer regular check-ins to track progress and provide personalized support. Recognition and Incentives:
Acknowledge and celebrate participants’ contributions through certificates, awards, or showcasing their work in community events. Motivate them with advanced opportunities, such as participating in new projects, workshops, or Wikimedia competitions like Wiki Loves Earth or Wiki Loves Monuments. Sustainability:
Establish an alumni network of past participants to keep them involved in future initiatives. Provide access to the learning space and resources for continued contribution beyond the project timeline. By actively engaging participants before, during, and after the activities, this project aims to not only teach new skills but also cultivate a sustainable community of young Wikimedia contributors.
- 10. Does your project involve work with children or youth? (required)
Yes
- 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 |
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| Number of participants | ||
| Number of editors | ||
| Number of organizers |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
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| Wikipedia | |
| Wikimedia Commons | |
| Wikidata | |
| Wiktionary | |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | |
| Translatewiki | |
| MediaWiki | |
| Wikiquote | |
| Wikivoyage | |
| Wikibooks | |
| Wikiversity | |
| Wikinews | |
| Wikispecies | |
| Wikifunctions or Abstract Wikipedia |
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- 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
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- 22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)
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