WikiIndaba 2023/Microfunding/Ghanaian Pidgin Wikimedians Community

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This request for micro-funding to WikiIndaba 2023 has just been submitted by DaSupremo on 18-09-2023 and is awaiting support.

Description

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The Ghanaian Pidgin Wikimedians Community is a group of Wikimedians with a shared commitment to enriching and expanding the Ghanaian Pidgin Wikipedia and related Wikimedia projects. In April 2023, we received the exciting news that our proposal for a Wikipedia platform had gained approval from the Wikimedia Language Committee, marking a significant achievement in our journey.

We seek to organise a community meet-up as part of this year’s WikiIndaba Celebration to celebrate this remarkable milestone. Our event is designed to be both informative and engaging, reflecting our dedication to our mission and that of WikiIndaba Celebrations.

The meetup will provide us and our community members with an opportunity to come together, connect, and celebrate our collective achievements. This gathering fosters camaraderie among us, individuals who share a deep passion for the development of the Ghanaian Pidgin Wikipedia and its associated projects.

As part of activities for the meetup, we are committed to nurturing knowledge-sharing and inclusivity within our community. To achieve this, we will organise a workshop tailored for newcomers. This workshop will serve as a valuable educational foundation, offering insights, guidance, and resources to individuals who are just starting their journey as contributors to Wikimedia projects. We believe in providing a supportive environment for those eager to contribute to the growth of the Ghanaian Pidgin Wikipedia.

Our event goes beyond these core activities. We are excited to offer a live streaming of carefully selected sessions from the prestigious WikiIndaba conference. By doing so, we aim to expose our community members and event attendees to a wider range of perspectives, strategies, and experiences in the field of Wikimedia projects. This live streaming initiative reflects our commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest developments in the Wikimedia ecosystem.

Furthermore, we have arranged a unique opportunity for experienced Wikimedians who have attended Wiki Indaba to share their invaluable insights and experiences. The segment titled "My WikiIndaba Experience" will allow these seasoned contributors to recount their journeys, both in-person and virtually, at past Wiki Indaba gatherings. We hope that their stories will inspire and guide our community members, motivating them to deepen their involvement and contributions.

In summary, our upcoming event is not just a celebration of approval; it is a testament to our unwavering commitment to fostering knowledge, collaboration, and growth within the realm of the Ghanaian Pidgin Wikipedia and the broader Wikimedia community. It encapsulates our passion for linguistic diversity and the preservation of cultural heritage, while also serving as an educational platform for newcomers and a source of inspiration for seasoned members.

To support this event, the community will collaborate with the following organisations:

Open Foundation West Africa for logistical support, including camera and a projector. ISOC - Ghana Chapter for internet data.

Program schedule

Time	Agenda
9:00am- 9:30 AM	Registration
9:30 - 9:40 AM	Welcome Address
9:40 - 10:00 AM	Partners remarks
10:00 - 11:00 AM	Stream/ Playback of WikiIndaba Opening Remarks and selected sessions
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Wiki 101( Ghanaian Pidgin Wikipedia)
12: 00 - 12:30 PM	Lunch and Networking
12:30 - 1:20 PM	My WikiIndaba Experience (Former in-person and Virtual attendees of WikiIndaba)
1:20 - 1:50 PM	Questions and Answers (Wikimedia Movement)
1:50 - 2:00 PM	Closing remarks

Team

Please specify who is submitting the request, and what their experience is to run activities

• list all people involved, with their linked username

Faisal Ali (User:DaSupremo): Serving as the Project Lead of the Ghanaian Pidgin Wikimedians Community and an Administrator of the Ghanaian Pidgin Wikipedia, Faisal Ali brings a wealth of experience as a seasoned Wikimedian and Translator.

Stephen Dakyi (User:NanaYawBotar): With a proven track record as an experienced event organiser, Stephen Dakyi is not only a Co-founder of the Ghanaian Pidgin Wikimedians Community but also an accomplished Wikimedian.

Maxwell Beganim (User:Xibitgh): As a Co-founder of the Ghanaian Pidgin Wikimedians Community, Maxwell Beganim is an adept program organiser with extensive experience in Wikimedia projects, making him a valuable asset to the community.

• clarify whether the request is from an affiliate usergroup, chapter or a yet-to-be/non-affiliated group.

Non affiliated group (Ghanaian Pidgin Wikimedians Community)

• also clarify whether the funds would be transferred to an individual or to an organization bank account

Individual bank account

Outcomes

Please provide a range or estimate for the number of participants the funding will support.

The funding we are seeking is intended to provide support for the participation of individuals in this community event. As a growing community, we aspire to have a maximum of 20 participants. It's important to note that this estimate includes not only external participants but also our own team members who will be actively involved in organising and facilitating the event.

Within this participant range, we have a specific goal in mind. We are dedicated to fostering inclusivity and welcoming newcomers to our community. Hence, we aim to ensure that at least 5 of the participants are individuals who are new to our community and its activities. This emphasis on including newcomers reflects our commitment to expanding our community and providing opportunities for individuals who are just beginning their journey with us.

Summary

• Name of contact person: Faisal Ali
• Username of contact person: DaSupremo
• Affiliate (if applicable):
• Country: Ghana
• Event date and location: 4th November 2023, Accra
• Other stakeholders (if applicable): Open Foundation West Africa, Linux Accra, Open Knowledge Ghana, Ghana Language Wikimedia Community

Budget

Item	Unit price ($)	Quantity	Total ($)
Rental of event venue	$30	1	$30
Minor transport	$5	20	$100
Food, drink and water	$100	1	$100
Custom printed materials and promotional items	$3	20	$60
Bank charges	$10	1	$10
Total			$300

Any changes made to the budget after the application is submitted will void the application. You will then need to submit an updated application

Jury decision

Dear DaSupremo and colleagues from Ghanaian Pidgin Wikimedians Community,

We are sincerely grateful for the time and effort you invested in applying for a micro-grant for WikiIndaba 2023. Your interest in contributing to this event is highly appreciated.

Unfortunately, we have to inform you that your application was not selected for the micro-grant. We received an overwhelming number of quality applications (77 applications for only 7 grants), which made the decision process extremely challenging. Given the constraints, our focus has been on projects from underrepresented communities or groups that lack on-site representation at the conference. The team decided therefore to provide the grants only to countries where there are no user groups at the moment.

Though your application was not selected, we greatly value your interest in WikiIndaba 2023. To stay engaged and catch all the latest updates, we invite you to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and instagram. Additionally, we encourage you to subscribe to our YouTube channel, where we'll be sharing conference highlights and key sessions. We also suggest reaching out to your group members who will be participating in the conference, so they can share experiences and learnings with you.

Best regards,

Organizing Committee, WikiIndaba Conference 2023 -- WikiIndaba2021 (talk) 13:41, 11 October 2023 (UTC)