Grants:TPS/Flixtey/Wa Kiwix Project/Report

Event name

Wa Kiwix Project

Participant connections

The general attendance for the training scheduled for the 30th November, 2015 was overwhelming, as the participation of the students were beyond our expectations. We had about 800 students in attendance, of which about 45% were girls/women.

The enthusiasm to grasp knowledge was very motivating. I led the session on Wikipedia Zero, which sounded very interesting to them. Lots of questions were posed and lots of experiences were shared. We left highly motivated to have affected the lives of others who keenly sought knowledge.

A follow up survey is however scheduled for two weeks after the training to draw feedback and suggestions that may inform our decision for similar activities in other schools.

Outcome

We are confident majority have left enlightened, although we have also had the opportunity to learn more about their school and as a result being able to write an article about their school here (Wa Senior High Technical School on Wikipedia).

You may also find images of the event and school here

Feedback from survey

As reported above, a survey has been completed and submitted here for your information.

Finances

My personal funds was used to cover the expense for the trip in anticipation of a reimbursement after. Details of expenditure are explained below;

Item	Budgeted Expense (GHC)	Actual Expense (GHC)
Return flight	700	690
Tamale to WA and back to Tamale by road	60	44
WA to school/destination and back to WA	30	30
Feeding for 2 days	100	100
Accommodation for 1 night	100	100
Internet Cost	205	205
Transportation to airport	-	30
Total Cost	1195 ($331)	1199 ($331.25) 994 ($274)

A total reimbursement amount of $331.25 $274

Amount left over

N/A

Anything else

It was insightful and exciting that these kids are ready to learn, and it is also our joy to be of help to them!