Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Wiki Loves Earth Zambia 2024 (ID: 22678538)

statusUnder review

Rapid Fund

Wiki Loves Earth Zambia 2024

proposed start date2024-07-01

proposed end date2024-09-30

budget (local currency)70000 ZMW

budget (USD)2571.8 USD

grant typeIndividual

funding regionSSA

decision fiscal year2023-24

applicant• Icem4k

organization (if applicable)• N/A

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Applicant Details

Main Wikimedia username. (required)

Icem4k

Organization

N/A

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I'm a group leader of a Wikimedia User Group (submitted to the Affiliation Committee).

Describe all relevant roles with the name of the group or organization and description of the role. (required)

Am the Co-Founder of the Wikimedia Community User Group Zambia

Main Proposal

1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.

Wiki Loves Earth Zambia 2024

2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.

2024-07-01 - 2024-09-30

4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)

Zambia

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 Earth

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 Earth is a photography competition that aims to capture images of the natural beauty and heritage of different countries around the world. Participating in this competition will have a significant impact on both the Wikimedia movement and the awareness about Wikimedia Foundation within Zambia.

Lack of documentation: Many of Zambia's natural landscapes, wildlife, and heritage sites are not well-documented or widely known.
Limited awareness: There is a general lack of public awareness about the importance of conserving natural resources and the role Wikimedia platforms can play in this.
Resource constraints: There are limited resources available for organizing expeditions to remote areas and capturing high-quality images.

Change: By participating in Wiki Loves Earth 2024, we aim to increase the representation of Zambia’s natural beauty on Wikimedia Commons, promoting environmental awareness and appreciation within the country. This project will foster a deeper connection with the environment among participants and the wider community. Our Approaches:

Photography Competitions and Expeditions: We will organize events and expeditions to capture high-quality images of Zambia’s stunning landscapes, waterfalls, wildlife, and heritage sites. These photographs will be uploaded to Wikimedia Commons, making them freely accessible and usable by anyone worldwide.
Awareness Campaigns: Conducting outreach and educational campaigns to highlight the importance of natural resource conservation and the benefits of contributing to Wikimedia projects. This will include workshops, social media campaigns, and collaboration with educational institutions.
Collaboration with Local Knowledge Mappers Zambia: Partnering with Local Knowledge Mappers Zambia to leverage their expertise and resources. This collaboration will help in accurately mapping and documenting natural sites, ensuring comprehensive and valuable contributions to Wikimedia Commons.

By addressing these challenges with these approaches, we aim to bring significant positive change. This project will not only enhance the documentation of Zambia’s natural heritage but also promote a culture of environmental stewardship and knowledge sharing within the community.

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.

For this year we have the following activities lined up for this year's Wiki Loves Earth Zambia 2024

1. First we will have a Project Kickoff and Launch Event:

Organize an official launch event to introduce Wiki Loves Earth Zambia 2024 to the public.
Invite key stakeholders, including representatives from Local Knowledge Mappers Zambia, conservation organizations, and the media.
Use the event to highlight the objectives, importance, and expected outcomes of the project.

Photography Workshops and Training Sessions:

2. Conduct workshops and training sessions for participants to enhance their photography skills.

Provide guidance on how to capture high-quality images of natural sites, wildlife, and landscapes.
Educate participants on the technical aspects of photography and the requirements for Wikimedia Commons uploads,

3. Photography Competitions and Expeditions:

Organize nationwide photography competitions to encourage the capture of diverse natural sites across Zambia.
Arrange expeditions to remote and less-documented areas to ensure comprehensive coverage of Zambia’s natural heritage.
Collaborate with local guides and experts to identify significant natural sites for photography.

4. Outreach and Awareness Campaigns:

Implement outreach programs to raise awareness about the importance of environmental conservation and the Wikimedia movement.
Use social media platforms, local radio, and television to promote the competition and its objectives.
Partner with schools and universities to engage students and young people in the project.

5. Collaboration with Local Knowledge Mappers Zambia:

Work closely with Local Knowledge Mappers Zambia to leverage their mapping expertise.
Use their resources and knowledge to accurately document and map the natural sites being photographed.
Ensure that the information gathered is comprehensive and valuable for Wikimedia projects.
Image Upload and Documentation:

6. Facilitate the upload of all collected photographs to Wikimedia Commons.

Ensure that each image is properly categorized and accompanied by detailed descriptions.
Conduct quality checks to ensure the images meet Wikimedia Commons standards.

7. Judging and Awards Ceremony:

Establish a panel of judges, including experts in photography and environmental conservation, to evaluate the submitted images.
Organize an awards ceremony to recognize and reward the best contributions.
Highlight the achievements of participants and the impact of the project on Wikimedia platforms.

8. Post-Event Reporting and Evaluation:

Compile a comprehensive report on the activities, outcomes, and impact of Wiki Loves Earth Zambia 2024.
Evaluate the success of the project based on predefined metrics and feedback from participants.
Share the report with stakeholders and the Wikimedia Foundation to highlight the achievements and lessons learned.

By implementing these activities, we aim to achieve the project's objectives, increase the documentation of Zambia’s natural heritage on Wikimedia platforms, and promote a culture of environmental awareness and knowledge sharing within the community.

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.

Isaac (User:Icem4k) - Coordinator Imanga Kayama (User:Imangaa) - Partnership Edward Phiri (User:Edward phiri jnr) - Social Media Louis (User:Revention24) - Support Lucille Nazyambu Mudenda (User:Lucillenm) - Support

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)

Wiki Loves Earth Zambia 2024 targets photographers, nature enthusiasts, students, and Wikimedia advocates, engaging them through online promotions, community partnerships, and outreach events before activities. During activities, interactive workshops, online community building, and feedback mechanisms foster collaboration and support. After activities, participants are recognized through showcases, feedback is collected to assess impact, and ongoing engagement is maintained through community-building efforts, capacity-building initiatives, and continued support, ensuring sustained interest and participation in future events.

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.

To engage community members and relevant groups in discussions about Wiki Loves Earth Zambia 2024, we employed a multi-faceted approach. We began by making online announcements across social media platforms. Additionally, we conducted targeted email outreach to individuals and organizations involved in photography and environmental conservation.

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)

Culture, heritage or GLAM

14. Will your work focus on involving participants from any underrepresented communities? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)

Geographic

15. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select one that most applies. (required)

Improve User Experience

Learning and metrics

17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)

Through Wiki Loves Earth Zambia 2024, we aim to learn about effective community engagement strategies, assess project impact, enhance participant capacity, and strengthen partnerships. By engaging diverse stakeholders, measuring outcomes, providing learning opportunities, and fostering collaboration, we seek to advance knowledge sharing and environmental conservation efforts in Zambia. Through continuous learning and adaptation, we strive to maximize the project's effectiveness and contribute positively to Wikimedia initiatives and broader societal goals.

18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)

Number of participants, editors, and organizers
Other Metrics	Target	Optional description
Number of participants	50	The total number of individuals who actively participate in the project by submitting high-quality photographs of natural heritage sites in Zambia. This includes both amateur and professional photographers, as well as individuals who may have never contributed to Wikimedia platforms before.
Number of editors	30	The total number of individuals who actively edit, enhance or use the uploaded images to Wikimedia platforms such as Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons, Wikidata, etc., as a result of the Wiki Loves Earth project. This includes individuals who may have never edited Wikimedia platforms before or those who may have started editing as a result of the project.
Number of organizers	4	The total number of individuals who are involved in organizing and managing the project, including the planning and implementation of outreach and communication strategies, training and capacity-building activities, and the overall management of the project.

Number of content contributions to Wikimedia projects
Wikimedia project	Number of content created or improved
Wikipedia	100
Wikimedia Commons	400
Wikidata	150
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

Main Open Metrics Data
Main Open Metrics	Description	Target
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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

21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1EB74iSqhg7CTlfl4Yz4IywU-7VtSCJk-cE_GBxDBusk/edit?usp=sharing

22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)

70000 ZMW

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.

2571.8 USD

We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.

Yes

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