Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Wikipedia campaign for diverse community (ID: 22762126)
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Applicant Details
edit- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
Thecresent
- Organization
N/A
- If you are a group or organization leader, board member, president, executive director, or staff member at any Wikimedia group, affiliate, or Wikimedia Foundation, you are required to self-identify and present all roles. (required)
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- Describe all relevant roles with the name of the group or organization and description of the role. (required)
Main Proposal
edit- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
Wikipedia campaign for diverse community
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2024-09-07 - 2024-11-01
- 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)
WikiForHumanRights
- 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)
One of the primary challenges is the significant content gap that exists on Wikimedia platforms, where topics related to Diverse Communities are underrepresented or marginalized. This lack of representation is often a result of systemic marginalization, where the experiences and perspectives of Underrepresented Groups are excluded or minimized To effectively counteract this challenge, this event will only bring more to bearing and also expose the participants to the method of contributing to Wikipedia with focus on writing improving and translating articles related to diverse communities it is imperative to cultivate an inclusive community that not only welcomes but also actively supports and empowers editors and contributors from Diverse Communities. This can be achieved through the provision of comprehensive training and support mechanisms, including but not limited to resources, workshops, mentorship programs, and safe spaces for knowledge-sharing and collaboration. By furnishing participants with the requisite tools, knowledge, and expertise, that'll equip them to create and improve high-quality content that accurately reflects the diversity and complexity of Diverse Communities, thereby bridging the existing content gap.
- 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.
We are organizing Two days Edit-a-thons To create and improve Wikipedia content related to Diverse Communities, promoting inclusivity and representation. Day 1 1. Introduction to Wikipedia and its importance in representing Diverse Communities (15 minutes) 2. Training on Wikipedia editing basics and policies (30 minutes) 3. Group discussion on content gaps and priorities for Diverse Communities (30 minutes) 4. Editing session: Creating and improving articles related to Diverse Communities (2 hours) 5. Mentorship and support from experienced Wikipedia editors 6. Breakout sessions for specific topics (e.g., diverse communities ,Women, Ethnic Minorities) 7. Wrap-up and next steps (15 minutes)
- Partnerships:*
- Collaborate with organizations serving Diverse Communities
- Invite experts and representatives from these communities
Resources:*
- Wikipedia training materials
- List of suggested articles for creation/improvement
- Experienced Wikipedia editors for mentorship
- Day 2:*
- Morning Session (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)*
1. *Advanced Editing Techniques* (30 minutes)
- Training on advanced Wikipedia editing techniques, such as using templates and infoboxes.
2. *Group Editing Session* (1.5 hours)
- Participants work in groups to create and improve articles related to Diverse Communities.
3. *Mentorship and Support* (30 minutes)
- Experienced Wikipedia editors provide guidance and support to participants.
- Lunch Break (12:00 pm - 1:00 pm)*
- Afternoon Session (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm)*
1. *Breakout Sessions* (1.5 hours)
- Participants attend breakout sessions focused on specific topics, such as:
- diverse communities
- Ethnic minority groups
2. *Article Review and Feedback* (45 minutes)
- Participants review and provide feedback on each other's articles.
3. *Wrap-up and Next Steps* (15 minutes)
- Recap of the edit-a-thon's achievements and discussion of next steps.
- 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.
Thecresent project lead, and managing ensuring project goes right Talk2beautifulmind he will be in charge of technical activities for projects Mousa Expert from diverse community who will serve as a resource person during the event
- 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 targeted participants for this campaign are Underrepresented communities and individuals, Wikipedia editors and contributors interested in improving coverage of underrepresented communities,groups serving underrepresented communities ,Allies and advocates for underrepresented community rights To engage these participants during and after the campaign, I would Collaborate with group serving underrepresented communities to ensure accuracy and relevance of content Host webinars, workshops, and edit-a-thons to train editors on creating inclusive content Utilize social media platforms to promote the campaign, share resources, and encourage participation Foster a community of practice among editors and contributors to share knowledge, resources, and support Encourage feedback and assessment to identify areas for improvement and ensure campaign impact Celebrate successes and progress to maintain momentum and motivation After the campaign, I would Continue to provide resources and support to editors and contributors Monitor and evaluate the impact of the campaign on underrepresented community content Identify and address emerging issues and concerns Foster ongoing collaboration and community engagement to ensure sustained improvement Explore opportunities for future campaigns and initiatives to further improve coverage of underrepresented communities.
- 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.
I presented the proposal to improve Wikipedia's coverage of underrepresented communities to a Wikipedia human rights expert Nada I explained the importance of accurate and comprehensive representation of diverse groups on Wikipedia, highlighting the current gaps and biases in coverage. To develop the workshop,i also shared the projects on community discussion page https:// also reached out to a community advocacy group and showcased Wikipedia's potential as a tool to help them achieve their goals. They were enthusiastic about participating in the event. By partnering with this community, we can cultivate more dedicated editors who are likely to continue contributing. This is because they will be editing alongside like-minded individuals and are driven by a desire to create positive change.
- 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)
Provide for Safety and Inclusion
Learning and metrics
edit- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
I hoped to learn Strategies for improving diversity and inclusion on Wikipedia I hoped to learn Effective approaches to community engagement and partnership-building
I hoped to learn Best practices for developing inclusive content and addressing content gaps I hoped to learn Ways to foster sustained editor
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 18 | Numbers of the expected participants |
| Number of editors | 15 | Ten new expected editors and five existing ones |
| Number of organizers | 3 | Three facilitators two experienced wikipedians and one experts on diverse group |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 50 |
| Wikimedia Commons | 20 |
| Wikidata | 30 |
| 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 | Description | Target |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A |
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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)
Program and events dashboard
Financial proposal
edit- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
- 22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)
2768414 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.
1700 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
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