Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Wikimedia Awareness and Training at Maryam Abacha American University Kano (ID: 22659248)
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Applicant Details
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Usmanmaifada
- 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.
Wikimedia Awareness and Training at Maryam Abacha American University Kano
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2024-07-20 - 2024-08-31
- 4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
Nigeria
- 5. Are your activities part of a Wikimedia movement campaign, project, or event? If so, please select the relevant project or campaign. (required)
Not applicable
- 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)
Maryam Abacha American University, Kano, is a private institution in Nigeria, named after the former First Lady w:en;Maryam Abacha. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields. Established in 2013.
The change I'm trying to bring
Our project aims to increase awareness and participation of students at Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) in contributing to Wikipedia and other Wikimedia projects.
Main Changes
1. Lack of Awareness: Many students at MAAUN do not realize how important Wikipedia and its sister projects are as sources of information.
2. Limited Contributions: Few students currently contribute to Wikimedia projects, leading to a lack of local knowledge and perspectives on these platforms.
Challenges and approach'
To tackle these challenges, we plan to:
1. Wikipedia Workshops: Organize workshops and training sessions to teach MAAUN students about the importance of Wikimedia projects and how they can contribute.
2. Awareness Campaigns: Run online and offline campaigns on campus to highlight the value of Wikipedia and encourage students to participate.
3. Hands-On Editing: Guide students through editing Wikipedia articles, adding images, and improving content quality.
4. Mentorship: Provide ongoing mentorship to help students navigate Wikimedia platforms and keep contributing after the project ends . 5. Measuring Impact: Track the increase in the number of MAAUN students contributing to Wikimedia as a key measure of success.
- 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.
1. We will host a one day awareness trip within school premises sharing flyers with important information about wikimedia and it's projects. 2. We will be hosting a two-days training program for both staff and students that will help them create Wikimedia accounts, search for articles that need citations using tools like Citation Hunt, and learn various editing techniques to improve Wikipedia articles.
3. Alongside the training, we will also be holding a one-day awareness session within the school to inform both staff and students about the project and its goals.
4. After the in-person training, there will be a two-day online training program to provide participants with ongoing access to resources and help them further develop their editing skills on Wikimedia.
5. Participants will have the opportunity to participate in an edit-a-thon event where they can practice their new skills. Outstanding contributors will be recognized and rewarded with certificates for their active involvement in the project.
6. Those who actively participate will receive continued support to track their progress and enhance the skills they've learned. This ongoing support aims to provide guidance and assistance to ensure participants can effectively apply their knowledge in their academic endeavors and beyond.
- 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.
Our team consists of myself and three experienced Wikimedians, dedicated to promoting Wikimedia awareness and training at Maryam Abacha American University Kano.
1. Usman Maifada (User:Usmanmaifada) I am an active Wikimedia editor from Kano State and a first-class graduate from Yusuf Maitama Sule University in Kano. As the project leader, I will coordinate the overall project activities, ensuring smooth execution and achieving our awareness goals.
2. Bashir Sani (User:M Bash Ne) M Bash is a seasoned Wikimedia editor and one of the pioneering organizers of Wikimedia projects in northern Nigeria, particularly in Kano State. He brings a wealth of experience and will be instrumental in facilitating participant engagement and leading training sessions. Additionally, M Bash will oversee logistics during trips within the school premises, ensuring all activities are well-organized.
3. Shamsiyya Ahmad (User:Sirjat) Sirjat is another highly experienced Wikimedia editor who will assist in delivering comprehensive training sessions. His deep understanding of Wikimedia projects will help guide participants through the learning process, ensuring they gain valuable skills and insights.
4. Abubakar Ali (User:Gwanki) Gwanki is a dedicated and experienced Wikimedia editor from Kano State. She will play a dual role, serving both as a facilitator and as the project advisor. Her expertise and guidance will be crucial in steering the project towards its objectives.
Additional Support:
We also have support from a lecturer and a student from Maryam Abacha American University Kano. They will assist in coordinating with the school and organizers to ensure the project's success.
- University Lecturer: An academic staff member who will help facilitate coordination between the university and our team, ensuring we have the necessary resources and support from the institution.
- University Student: A proactive student who will assist in organizing and engaging fellow students, helping to spread awareness and encourage participation in our activities.
Together, our team combines diverse skills and experiences, ensuring a comprehensive and impactful Wikimedia awareness and training project. All team members are volunteers, committed to enhancing Wikimedia knowledge and engagement within the university community.
- 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)
We want to involve both students and staff from Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) in our project. Specifically, we hope to engage people from different departments and academic groups at MAAUN.
To get people involved, we will:
Before the Activities:
Spread the word on campus with posters, flyers, and announcements to get everyone interested. Work closely with professors and department heads to reach out to different academic communities and get them on board. Use social media to create a group for the project where we can share updates and connect with potential participants. Have meetings and events in person to answer questions and help people feel like part of the project. During the Activities:
Make the training sessions and edit-a-thon interactive so everyone can join in and be involved. Have trainers and mentors around to give personal help and encourage people to take part. Reward and celebrate those who make a big impact in the edit-a-thon to keep everyone motivated. After the Activities:
Stay in touch with participants to see how they're doing and offer ongoing help. Set up a WhatsApp group for everyone to keep in touch, share their work, and ask for advice. Ask for feedback from participants so we can improve and keep supporting them in areas they need help.
- 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.
We reached out to our community and relevant groups, such as the Kano Wikimedians WhatsApp group, through online platforms, community gatherings, and joint planning with Wikimedia groups in Nigeria. Additionally, we organized on-wiki conversations to receive input and ensure that our efforts matched the needs of the community and the objectives of Wikimedia. I also posted updates on the Hausa Wikimedians User Group Discussion page to keep everyone informed.
- 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)
Not applicable
- 13. Does your proposal include any of these areas or thematic focus? Select one option that most applies to your work. (required)
Not applicable
- 14. Will your work focus on involving participants from any underrepresented communities? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)
Digital Access
- 15. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select one that most applies. (required)
Innovate in Free Knowledge
Learning and metrics
edit- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
How successful are our training initiatives in encouraging MAAUN students and staff to contribute to Wikipedia? What are the primary obstacles and difficulties that participants encounter when trying to contribute to Wikimedia projects, and how can we overcome them? What is the influence of our project on the caliber and quantity of Wikipedia content linked to Nigerian subjects? How can teaming up with Wikimedia organizations and the local community amplify the lasting impact and outreach of our project? What strategies prove to be the most efficient in involving and maintaining participants in Wikimedia programs for the long haul?
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 50 | We intend to train at least 50 student and staff |
| Number of editors | 40 | We hope to recruit at least 40 editors |
| Number of organizers | 6 | This project will be with 6 organiser, I the project's organiser, 3 experience and active Wikimedians and two students from the university |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 100 |
| Wikimedia Commons | 50 |
| Wikidata | 50 |
| 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
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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)
I will use Wikimedia Foundation's Dashboard tool
Financial proposal
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https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ISC69qyYQP3HTE3iuJ5-gbZ0hLsTp0fFZUp0G4vRkmc/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)
1191000 NGN
- 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.
816277 USD
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Yes
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