WikiIndaba 2023/Microfunding/Wikimedia Fan Club LASU

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This request for micro-funding to WikiIndaba 2023 has just been submitted by Ayodelerance on 21-09-2023 and is awaiting support.

Description

We propose hosting a three-day Wikindaba local event in Lasu, aligning with the Wikindaba 2023 theme "Tweeza: Empowering Africa through Knowledge-sharing and Collaboration." Our aim is to empower our local Wikimedia community through training and foster international collaboration during the hybrid event.This event embodies the spirit of Wikindaba theme by strengthening African connections and knowledge-sharing.

• Day 1: Training Workshops

The first day of our event will be dedicated to training workshops aimed at providing valuable skills and knowledge to Wikimedia enthusiasts and contributors. These workshops will cover a wide range of topics, including editing Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons, advanced editing techniques, and best practices in content creation and sourcing. By offering training sessions, we aim to equip participants with the necessary skills to become more effective contributors to the Wikimedia projects.

• Day 2 and 3: Hybrid Event and Global Connection

On the second day, we plan to host a hybrid event that coincides with second and final day of Wikindaba in Morocco. This hybrid event will not only connect our local Wikimedia community with the global movement but also align perfectly with Wikindaba's mission of fostering international collaboration and knowledge sharing. During this day, we will organize panel discussions, keynote speeches, and interactive sessions focused on local Wikimedia projects, challenges, and opportunities. Additionally, we will establish a live connection Streaming with Wikindaba in Morocco, allowing our participants to engage in real-time discussions and share insights with Wikimedians from across the globe. This unique approach will create a powerful synergy, strengthening our local Wikimedia community and contributing to the broader goals of Wikindaba.

Team

• list all people involved, with their linked username
• clarify whether the request is from an affiliate usergroup, chapter or a yet-to-be/non-affiliated group.
• also clarify whether the funds would be transferred to an individual or to an organization bank account

• Ayodelerance (User: Ayodelerance - Project Lead):I am an experienced Wikimedia enthusiast and community leader with a proven track record of organizing successful Wikimedia events and initiatives. my extensive experience includes coordinating local edit-a-thons, workshops, and training sessions aimed at improving Wikimedia content and increasing contributor engagement. I have a deep understanding of Wikimedia projects, having actively contributed to Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons for several months. my commitment to promoting open knowledge and fostering a sense of community within the Wikimedia movement makes me well-suited to lead and execute the Wikindaba local event in Lasu.

• Ebubechukwu1 (User: Ebubechukwu1 - Trainer):*She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the event as a seasoned trainer and contributor to Wikimedia projects. She has a strong background in conducting training sessions on Wikipedia editing, sourcing, and best practices.She has a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex topics to a diverse audience, making her an ideal trainer to lead training workshops during the event.She was the project Lead Africa Women in Education, Co-facilitated Reading Wikipedia in Classroom,her commitment to promoting open knowledge aligns perfectly with the goals of the Wikindaba local event, ensuring that participants receive high-quality training and support.

• User:JoshuaOpemipo20(Trainer): He is an experienced and adept wikipedia trainer and editor.He is the President of Wikimedia Fan Club LASU.He has held,trained and facilitated major Wikimedia events and editing campaigns. His training skills are highly valued .He will be in charge of the keynote Speeches and interactive presentations during our local Day 2 and Day 3 event.

The Request is from Lagos State University Wikimedia Fan Club, not an affiliate Usergroup, chapter or a yet to be non group,the Funds will be transferred to an Individual account

Outcomes

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

The Funding will support 20 Participants. We plan to share awareness of the event through our Fanclub page, reaching a broad audience of potential participants and supporters. Our outreach efforts will be strategic and engaging, ensuring maximum participation and impact.

Summary

• Name of contact person: Ayodele Raphael
• Username of contact person:Ayodelerance
• Affiliate (if applicable):
• Country: Nigeria
• Event date and location:3rd - 5th November 2023,Lagos State University, Ojo ,Lagos.
• Other stakeholders (if applicable):

Budget

Item	Unit price ($)	Quantity	Total ($)
Hall rental within the School	$10	3	$30
Refreshments for the event	$3	20	$60
Internet Support for Participants for Day 1	$2	20	$40
Merchandise and Souvenirs	$1	20	$20
Projector Rental for the three days	$15	3	$45
Roll up Banner	$10	1	$10
Branding T shirt, Transportation and Data for Facilitators	$10	3	$30
Certificate of Participation	$1	20	$20
Contingencies and Miscellaneous	$10	1	$10	Total			$265

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 Ayodelerance and colleagues from Wikimedia Fan Club LASU,

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) 15:40, 11 October 2023 (UTC)