Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/WIKI LOVES WOMEN SHE SAID CAMPAIGN IN RWANDA 2024 (ID: 22678352)
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Applicant Details
edit- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
NLBLMV
- Organization
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Main Proposal
edit- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
WIKI LOVES WOMEN SHE SAID CAMPAIGN IN RWANDA 2024
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2024-09-01 - 2024-12-31
- 4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
Rwanda
- 5. Are your activities part of a Wikimedia movement campaign, project, or event? If so, please select the relevant project or campaign. (required)
Wiki Loves Women
- 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)
Wiki Loves Women SheSaid campaign 2024 aims Highlighting Rwandan Women on Wiki quotes The She Said Campaign in Rwanda works to bridge the gender gap on Wiki quotes by focusing on: Increasing the visibility and recognition of notable Rwandan women and girls on Wiki Quote. Challenges: Limited information online: There's often a lack of readily available information about remarkable Rwandan women, especially in Kinyarwanda, French and English. Underrepresentation on Wiki quotes: Women's achievements in Rwanda are not well-documented on Wiki quotes, creating an information gap. Approaches: Research and identification: The campaign involves conducting research to identify prominent Rwandan women and girls across various fields like Agriculture, Banking, Healthcare, Politics, Entertainment, Sports, and other sectors. Wiki editing workshops: She Said will organize workshops to train Rwandan women on Wiki quotes editing skills, empowering them to contribute directly. Content creation in local languages: The campaign will encourage articles to be written in both Kinyarwanda, French and English to ensure wider accessibility and information preservation. By tackling these challenges, the She Said Campaign aims to: Celebrate the achievements of Rwandan women and girls. Provide a more comprehensive picture of Rwandan history and society on Wiki quotes. Inspire future generations of Rwandan women. This initiative not only increases representation but empowers Rwandan women to become active contributors to the world's largest online encyclopedia. Wiki Loves Women SheSaid campaign 2024 in Rwanda aims to break down barriers, change perceptions, and foster a more equitable digital environment. the tools, resources, and opportunities for digital presence. We envision a future where women's voices are amplified, their contributions are valued, and their presence in the digital landscape is undeniable, especially by preserving their notable quote's visibility on Wikiquote.
- 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.
She Said Campaign: Main Activities and Partnerships The She Said Campaign in Rwanda focuses on several key activities to achieve its goals. While there isn't a single public page for the project (it might be part of a larger Wiki Loves Women initiative), here's a breakdown of the main activities and potential partners:
Activities:
Research and Identification: Partner with Rwandan universities, libraries, and women's organizations to identify notable Rwandan women across different fields (science, arts, politics, etc.). Utilize online resources and historical archives to gather information about what these women said.
Wiki Editing Workshops: Partner with Wikimedia Rwanda User Group or other experienced Wiki quotes editors to conduct workshops. Train Rwandan women on Wiki quotes editing tools, referencing styles, and content creation best practices.
Content Creation: Encourage workshop participants to write articles about the identified Rwandan women on Wiki quotes. Provide support and guidance throughout the writing process, including translation assistance for Kinyarwanda, English and French content.
Outreach and Promotion: Partner with local media outlets, schools, and women's groups to raise awareness about the She Said Campaign. Organize events and discussions to celebrate the achievements of Rwandan women.
- 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.
Core Team: Project Lead : Nishimirwe Liliane Username: NLBLMV Conducts research to identify notable Rwandan women. Gather information from various sources (archives, online resources). Team members might include librarians, historians, or researchers interested in Rwandan women's achievements. Translators: she will assist with translating content into Kinyarwanda, French and English .
Name: Umuganwa yves
Username: yves ganwa
Oversees the overall campaign execution and coordinates with partners.
Name: Nyinawumuntu Jeannette
username:RebeccaRwanda
Experienced Wiki quotes editors who conduct workshops.
Instruct participants on editing tools, referencing styles, and content creation best practices.
Likely members of the Wikimedia Rwanda User Group or experienced Wikimedians.
Transparency and Acknowledgement:
It's important to acknowledge all contributors to the She Said Campaign, including volunteers, trainers, and partner organizations.
Recognition can be given on a dedicated campaign webpage or through announcements on the Wikimedia Rwanda User Group platform.
Participants who complete editing workshops and contribute articles can be credited on the respective Wiki quotes pages they create.
- 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)
She Said Campaign: Target Participants and Engagement
Target Participants:
The She Said Campaign in Rwanda targets two primary communities:
Rwandan Women:
Women interested in learning about Wiki quotes editing and contributing to the platform.
Wikimedia user group Rwanda members.
This can include students, professionals, historians, and anyone passionate about sharing stories of Rwandan women especially citations of notable women in different sectors.
No prior Wiki quotes editing experience is necessary.
General Rwandan Public (Optional):
While the core target group edits content, engaging the broader public raises awareness about the project's goals and the importance of recognizing Rwandan women's achievements.
This can involve students, educators, community leaders, and anyone interested in Rwandan history and culture.
Engagement Strategies:
Before Activities:
Partnerships: Collaborate with Rwandan women's organizations, universities, libraries, and schools to promote the campaign and workshops. Outreach Events: Organize introductory sessions or information booths to explain the She Said Campaign's goals and benefits of participating.
Social Media and Local Media: Utilize social media platforms and local media outlets to spread awareness and encourage registrations for workshops.
During Activities:
Interactive Workshops: Design engaging workshops that introduce Wiki quotes editing in a user-friendly manner.
Mentorship and Support: Provide ongoing support and guidance to participants throughout the content creation process.
Community Building: Foster a sense of community among participants by creating online forums or discussion groups for collaboration and encouragement.
After Activities:
Recognition: Acknowledge participants' contributions by crediting them on the Wiki quotes pages they create and potentially featuring them in campaign updates.
Continued Learning: Offer access to additional resources and tutorials to help participants continue editing Wiki quotes beyond the campaign.
Stay Connected: Maintain communication with participants through newsletters or social media groups to share future opportunities and inspire ongoing contributions.
Additional Considerations:
Language Accessibility: Conduct workshops and provide materials in Kinyarwanda, English and French to cater to a wider audience.
Flexibility: Offer workshop options at various times and locations to accommodate participant schedules.
Celebrating Achievements: Organize events or online discussions to celebrate the creation of new Wiki quotes pages about Rwandan women.
- 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.
Primarily we initiated a conversation on our regular WhatsApp group that we use to communicate our activities and to ensure transparency and inclusivity, on top of that we held a call to discuss further and gather feedback based on the past edition.
- 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)
Content Gender gap
- 13. Does your proposal include any of these areas or thematic focus? Select one option that most applies to your work. (required)
Gender and diversity
- 14. Will your work focus on involving participants from any underrepresented communities? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)
Sexual Orientation
- 15. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select one that most applies. (required)
Invest in Skills and Leadership Development
Learning and metrics
edit- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
I expect to learn effectively our multi-channel outreach strategy engages women and Wikimedia volunteers. Expect to learn the aspects of the
#SheSaid campaigns resonate most with participants and community engagement efforts impact retention rates among new participants.
The correlation between aligned project activities and increased collaboration within the community.
I expect to have learned many skills as leader of a gender gap initiative in the Wikimedia network. I expect to have extended my network. I expect to have achieved recruitment, training and team building of new editors in my local area, and intend to follow-up. I expect new content to be created about women from my country.
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 80 | According to the current Wikimedia user group members and new Women contributor , i need to adopt many new member who can contribute on wiki quote. |
| Number of editors | 80 | i will put more effort in encouraging editors to contributes by giving them facilities so that they can contribute all. |
| Number of organizers | 3 | Conducts research to identify notable Rwandan women.
Gather information from various sources (archives, online resources). Oversees the overall campaign execution and coordinates with partners. Experienced Wiki quotes editors who conduct workshops. |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | |
| Wikimedia Commons | 80 |
| Wikidata | |
| Wiktionary | |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | |
| Translatewiki | |
| MediaWiki | |
| Wikiquote | 150 |
| Wikivoyage | |
| Wikibooks | |
| Wikiversity | |
| Wikinews | |
| Wikispecies | |
| Wikifunctions or Abstract Wikipedia |
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N/A
- 19. Do you have any other project targets in numbers (metrics)? (optional)
Yes
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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)
Outreach dashboard
Financial proposal
edit- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1qXBHlEJL6XMOjUuJmuRCIMINbS-Zvqhv7giRO8OSa9w/edit#gid=0
- 22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)
6362000 RWF
- 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.
4993.92 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
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