WikiIndaba 2023/Microfunding/Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan


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This request for micro-funding to WikiIndaba 2023 has just been submitted by LikamboisaacK on 19-09-2023 and is awaiting support.

Description

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We, the Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan, are excited to apply for a microgrant from WikiIndaba to support our local in-person events and community meet-ups in conjunction with the WikiIndaba conference scheduled for November 3-5, 2023, in Agadir, Morocco. Our aim is to facilitate active participation in the conference for our members who cannot attend in person, and to strengthen the Wikimedia community in South Sudan.

Planned Activities:

Local Meet-up: We plan to organize a local meet-up in Juba, South Sudan, during the WikiIndaba conference dates. This event will serve as a hub for our members to virtually participate in live-streamed and pre-recorded conference sessions.
Internet Connectivity: To ensure a seamless virtual experience, we will cover internet connection fees and provide data vouchers to attendees at the local meet-up venue.
Venue Rental: We will rent a suitable venue for our local meet-up, equipped with a projector and necessary audio-visual equipment for broadcasting conference sessions.
Transportation: To encourage attendance, we will allocate a portion of the grant for small transportation costs to assist attendees in reaching the meet-up venue.
Certificates and Swag: We plan to provide certificates of attendance for participants and printed conference swag/merchandise to enhance the sense of belonging to the Wikimedia community.
Snacks: To create a comfortable and collaborative atmosphere, we will provide snacks and refreshments during the meet-up.

Team

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

The microgrant request is being submitted by Likambo Isaac Kangu, 2023

Likambo Isaac Kangu

User:LikamboisaacK who is an experienced Wikimedian editor, trainer, and Organizing Committee member for 2023 Wikivibrance International Youth Day Celebration and Core member of the Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan

2. Wani Yusuf

Waniyusuf94

Affiliate usergroup, chapter or a yet-to-be/non-affiliated group Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan

The funds, if approved, will be transferred to the Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan organization's bank account

Outcomes

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

This microgrant request aims to support a local in-person event and community meet-up in South Sudan in conjunction with the WikiIndaba conference. The estimated number of participants that the funding will support is approximately 30-40 attendees at the local meet-up. Additionally, the grant will indirectly benefit a wider audience of South Sudanese Wikimedians who will participate virtually in the WikiIndaba conference sessions.

Summary

Name of contact person: Likambo Isaac Kangu
Username of contact person: LikamboisaacK
Affiliate (if applicable): Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan
Country: South Sudan
Event date and location: 3-5 November 2023 in Juba
Other stakeholders (if applicable):

Budget

Item	Unit price ($)	Quantity	Total ($)
Room rental at co-working space	$30	3	$90
Internet Data	$10	3	$30
Transportation	$4	20	$80
Snacks	$30	3	$90
Certificates and Swag	$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 LikamboisaacK and colleagues from Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan,

We are pleased to inform you that your micro-grant submission for WikiIndaba 2023 has been approved. Thank you for your interest and the effort you invested into crafting your application.

Your initiative aligns exceptionally well with our goal to foster engagement and enhance localized experiences during WikiIndaba 2023. Scheduled to take place from November 3-5 in Agadir, Morocco, this year’s conference promises to be an enriching experience. We believe your planned local activities will be a significant contribution to the success of our hybrid event.

We will be in touch shortly to provide you with further details and to discuss next steps.

Once again, congratulations on your successful application. We are excited to work closely with you to make WikiIndaba 2023 a transformative experience for all involved.

Best regards,

Organizing Committee, WikiIndaba Conference 2023 -- WikiIndaba2021 (talk) 11:25, 11 October 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks we appreciate as Wikimedia Community User Group South Sudan LikamboisaacK (talk) 08:36, 13 October 2023 (UTC)[reply]