Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/General Support Fund/Wikimedia Community Kilimanjaro Annual grant 2025-2026
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Applicant information
[edit]- Organization name or Wikimedia Username for individuals. (required)
- Wikimedians of Kilimanjaro group
- Do you have any approved General Support Fund requests? (required)
- Yes, I have already applied and received a General Support Fund
- You are applying as a(n). (required)
- Wikimedia Affiliate (chapter, thematic org., or user group)
- Are your group or organization legally registered in your country? (required)
- Yes
- Do you have a fiscal sponsor?
- Yes
- Fiscal organization name.
- Open Knowledge Tanzania
- Please provide links to the following documents if they are available
These documentation can be provided in your local language(s), no translations required.
- Organizational website
- Detailed financial reporting and/or audits
- Documentation of the governance structure, board list, governance processes
- Documentation of the general assembly decision on your plan
- Organizational website: https://youthtech.or.tz/
Detailed financial reporting and/or audits: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AzpvJrsNpH7YxRCQFu3pX55KJoO-lSQS/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110360329214596959502&rtpof=true&sd=true
Main proposal
[edit]- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be a title for the Meta-Wiki page. (required)
- Wikimedia Community Kilimanjaro Annual grant 2025-2026
- 2. Do you want to apply for the multi-year base funding for 3 years? (required) (only for returning applicants)
- No
- 2.1. Provide a brief overview of Year 2 and Year 3 of the proposed plan and how this relates to the current proposal and your strategic plan? (required)
N/A
- 3. Proposed start date. (required)
- 2025-07-01
- 4. Proposed end date. (required)
- 2026-07-31
- 5. Does your organization or group have an Affiliate or Organizational Annual Plan that can help us understand your proposal? If yes, please provide it. (required)
- No
- 6. Does your affiliate, organization or group have a Strategic Plan that can help us understand your proposal? If yes, please provide it. (required)
- Yes
- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XgoiDKYpFr3i8ygL_XbeqLvR9n1W8zkY4Eeyylwtg1w/edit?usp=sharing
- 7. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
- Tanzania
- 8. What are your programs, approaches, and strategies? What are the challenges that you are trying to address and how will your strategies support you in addressing these challenges? (required)
Programs
Our programs are designed to address key areas of focus, including content creation, gender equality, and capacity building. These programs include:
Swahili Content Creation and Improvement: Wiki monthly Edition-a-thon 2025-2026: Monthly editing events focused on the creation and improvement of Swahili content, with topics relevant to the Kilimanjaro region, such as local history, culture, and geography.
There Is an Error, Fix, and Contribute Campaign: A campaign to identify and correct errors in Swahili articles, encouraging new contributors to participate.
Empowering Women and Contributors and Leaders:
Wikimalkia - “WikiQueens”: A recognition program for outstanding women contributors, with leadership training and networking opportunities.
Feminism and Folklore Tanzania (February-March 2016): Active participation in the global campaign by hosting edit-a-thons, photo walks, and writing contests focused on Tanzanian feminism and folklore.
Building Local Capacity Through Collaboration: Let’s connect - inclusive collaboration Space: A central hub for collaboration among wikimedia Community User Group Tanzania, Jenga Wikipedia ya Kiswahili, University Students wikimedians, Wikimedians of Arusha, and other entities.
Training and mentorship: Regular workshops on editing, sourcing, and leadership skills, focusing on retaining new contributors.
2. Approaches: Our approaches are rooted in inclusivity, collaboration, and sustainability. Key approaches include: the Kilimanjaro community, ensuring local relevance and ownership.
Partnerships: Collaboration with local and global organizations, schools, universities, and cultural institutions to amplify impact and share resources.
Capacity Building: Continuous Training and mentorship to empower volunteers and create a self-sustaining community
Gender Equity: Targeted efforts to close the gender gap by empowering women as contributors and leaders.
3. Strategies: Our strategies are aligned with our strategic objectives and are designed to address specific challenges. These strategies include:
Increasing Swahili content: We will create and improve Swahili content by hosting monthly edit-a-thons and campaigns, making Wikipedia more accessible and relevant to local communities.
Closing the Gender Gap: Through programs like Wikimalkia and Feminism and Folklore Tanzania, we will empower women to contribute and lead, ensuring their voices are represented on Wikimedia projects.
Building local capacity: By providing training, mentorship, and collaborative opportunities, we will strengthen the skills and confidence of local contributors.
Fostering Collaboration: Through Let's Connect, we will bring together leaders from across Tanzanian Wikimedia communities to share best practices and plan joint initiatives.
Challenge: Lack of Swahili Content on Wikimedia Projects Why it matters: Swahili is widely spoken in Tanzania and East Africa, but there is a significant gap in Swahili-speaking communities.
Our Strategy: Hosting Wiki Monthly Edit-a-thons to create and improve Swahili content Launching in correct and improving Swahili articles. Collaborating with Jenga Wikipedia ya Kiswahili and other Swahili-focused initiatives to amplify efforts.
2. Challenges: Gender Gap in Wikimedia Participation Why it matters: Women are underrepresented as contributors and leaders on Wikimedia projects, leading to a lack of diverse perspectives and content. Our Strategy: Launching Wikimedia - “WikiQueens” to recognize and empower women contributors through leadership training and networking opportunities. Actively participating in the global Feminism and Folklore Tanzania campaign to document Tanzanian feminism and folklore, with a focus on engaging women. Providing mentorship and support to emerging women leaders through Let Connect Leaders Capacity Building. 3. Challenge: Limited Local Capacity and Retention Of New Contributors Why it Matters: Many new contributors lack the skills, confidence, or support to continue, Leaders Capacity Building. Our Strategy: Conducting regular training workshops on editing, sourcing, and leadership skills to build capacity. Providing ongoing mentorship to new and existing contributors to ensure they feel supported and valued. Using Let Connect as a platform for collaboration and knowledge-sharing among leaders across Tanzanian Wikimedia communities.
4. Challenge: Limited Collaboration Among Wikimedia Communities in Tanzania Why it Matters: Fragmentation among Wikimedia communities in Tanzania can lead to duplication of efforts and missed opportunities for collaboration.
Our Strategy:
Hosting quarterly Let's Connect events to bring together leaders from Wikimedia Community User Group Tanzania Jenga Wikipedia ya Kiswahili, University Students Wikimedia, wiki medians of Arusha, and other entities. Organizing joint events and knowledge-sharing sessions to strengthen impact and avoid duplication.
5. Challenge: Limited Awareness and Engagement in Wikimedia Projects
Why It Matters: Many potential contributors are unaware of Wikimedia projects or lack the skills to participate effectively, limiting the growth and impact of the community.
Our Strategy:
Conducting outreach campaigns to recruit new volunteers, especially targeting women, youth, and underrepresented groups.
Partnering with schools, universities, and cultural institutions to promote Wikimedia projects and provide training on how to contribute.
Advocating for digital literacy and open knowledge in the Kilimanjaro region through workshops, seminars, and community events.
Leveraging social media and local media to raise awareness about Wikimedia projects and their impact on free knowledge.
Organizing public events such as photo walks, edit-a-thons, and writing contests to engage the wider community and showcase the value of Wikimedia contributions.
How Our Strategies Support Addressing These Challenges Focused Content Creation: By prioritizing Swahili content through initiatives like Wiki Monthly Edit-a-thons and the There Is an Error, Fix and Contribute Campaign, we address the knowledge gap for Swahili-speaking communities, making Wikipedia more accessible and relevant. Empowering Women: Through targeted programs like WikiMalkia – "WikiQueens" and Feminism and Folklore Tanzania, we close the gender gap and ensure diverse perspectives are represented on Wikimedia projects. Capacity Building: Regular training workshops and mentorship programs equip contributors with the skills and confidence to participate actively and sustainably, reducing dropout rates and fostering long-term engagement. Collaboration: By fostering collaboration through Let’s Connect, we create a unified and impactful Wikimedia community in Tanzania, avoiding duplication of efforts and maximizing resources. Awareness and Engagement: Outreach campaigns and partnerships with schools, universities, and cultural institutions increase awareness of Wikimedia projects and attract new contributors, ensuring the community continues to grow.
- 9. What categories are your main programs and related activities under? Please select all that apply. (required)
| Category | Yes/No |
|---|---|
| Education | Yes |
| Culture, heritage or GLAM | Yes |
| Gender and diversity | Yes |
| Community support and engagement | Yes |
| Participation in campaigns and contests | Yes |
| Public policy advocacy | No |
| Other | No |
Education
- 9.1.1. Select all your programs and activities for Education. (required)
- Reading Wikipedia in the Classroom or other Reading/Evaluating Wikipedia Training, Editing Wikipedia Training, Translation, Wikidata programs
- Other programs and activities if any: N/A
- 9.1.2. Select all relevant audience groups for Education. (required)
- Secondary school students, Vocational, tertiary, or higher education, Teachers or professors
- Other groups if any: N/A
Culture, heritage or GLAM
- 9.2. Select all your programs and activities for Culture, heritage or GLAM. (required)
- Documenting or incubating languages on Wikimedia projects, Introducing new approaches to underrepresented culture and heritage, e.g. decolonising or reparative work; oral and visual knowledge; outreach to communities of origin, indigenous and first nations self-determination, Partnering with institutions, professional associations, and allied organizations to raise awareness of open culture, ethical sharing, and related issues
- Other programs and activities if any: N/A
Gender and diversity
- 9.3. Select all your programs and activities for Gender and diversity.
- Bringing in women and/or gender diverse participants and editors, Focusing on knowledge equity by bringing in contributors from underrepresented communities, Building organizer skills in women and diversity groups
- Other programs and activities if any: N/A
Community support and engagement
- 9.4. Select all your programs and activities for Community support and engagement.
- On-wiki training of community members, Off-wiki training of community members, Organizing meetups, conferences, and community events, Supporting community members' participation in events and conferences
- Other programs and activities if any: N/A
Participation in campaigns and contests
- 9.5. Select all campaigns that apply. (required)
- VisibleWikiWomen, Wiki Loves Folklore
- Other programs and activities if any: N/A
- 10. Please include a link to or upload a timeline (operational calendar) for your programs and activities. (required)
- https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1W9PlJSF4rjYKN6u9NwCV-iRjwU4GFYAij3eRuj5gob0/edit?usp=sharing
- 11. Describe your team. (required)
Core Team Leadership Team: Justine Msechu (Community Lead)-Contract: Oversees the overall strategy, coordination, and implementation of WCK’s programs. Acts as the primary liaison with global Wikimedia organizations and local partners. Abubakari six-berth, Ester Kimario(Program Coordinators)-Contract: He manages specific initiatives such as Wiki Monthly Edit-a-thons, Wiki Loves Women, and Let’s Connect. He ensures that programs are executed effectively and align with WCK’s goals. Gender Equity Lead: Focuses on initiatives to close the gender gap, such as WikiMalkia – "WikiQueens" and Feminism and Folklore Tanzania. Works to empower women contributors and leaders. Volunteer Organizers:( Names: Lightness Mlay
AlvinDulle Ramadhani Mushi
A dedicated group of volunteers who plan and execute events, including edit-a-thons, photo walks, and training workshops. They play a key role in community engagement and outreach. Many volunteers are experienced editors who mentor newcomers and provide guidance on contributing to Wikimedia projects. Mentors: Experienced Wikimedia contributors who provide one-on-one mentorship to new editors, especially women and beginners. They help build confidence and skills, ensuring sustained engagement.
- 12. Will you be working with any internal (Wikimedia) or external partners? Describe the characteristics of these partnerships and bring a few examples of the most significant partnerships. (required)
Yes, the Wikimedia Community Kilimanjaro (WCK) will continue to work with both internal (Wikimedia) and external partners to achieve its goals. These partnerships are essential for amplifying impact, sharing resources, and ensuring the sustainability of our initiatives. Below is a description of the characteristics of these partnerships and examples of the most significant ones: Internal (Wikimedia) Partnerships Wikimedia Affiliates in Tanzania and East Africa:
Jenga Wikipedia ya Kiswahili: Focuses on creating and improving Swahili content, aligning with WCK’s goal of increasing Swahili content on Wikimedia projects.
University Students Wikimedians: Engages students in Wikimedia activities, fostering collaboration across academic institutions.
Wikimedians of Arusha: Works with WCK on regional initiatives and knowledge-sharing efforts.
Let’s Connect – Inclusive Collaboration Space: A platform for collaboration among Tanzanian Wikimedia communities, including Wikimedia Community User Group Tanzania, Jenga Wikipedia ya Kiswahili, and others. Global Wikimedia Community:
Participation in global Wikimedia events such as Wikimania and WikiIndaba to share best practices, learn from other communities, and contribute to the Movement Strategy 2030.
External Partnerships Reneal International Education Outreach:
Role: Reneal serves as a key partner by providing essential digital devices like laptops and servers to schools in the Kilimanjaro region.
Collaboration: WCK works with Reneal to ensure that these servers have Kiwix (offline Wikipedia) and to train students and teachers on how to use these resources effectively.
Impact: This partnership enables WCK to reach schools with limited internet access, promoting the use of Wikimedia resources in education and community development.
Local Schools and Universities:
Role: Partner with WCK to integrate Wikimedia content into curricula and train students and educators.
Collaboration: Host edit-a-thons, workshops, and training sessions to engage students and teachers in contributing to Wikimedia projects.
Impact: Increases awareness and use of Wikimedia resources in education, empowering students and educators to become active contributors.
Women’s Empowerment Organizations:
Role: Collaborate with WCK to promote digital literacy and gender equality through Wikimedia projects.
Collaboration: Joint initiatives like WikiMalkia – "WikiQueens" and Feminism and Folklore Tanzania to empower women contributors and leaders.
Impact: Closes the gender gap on Wikimedia projects and ensures diverse perspectives are represented.
Open Knowledge Tanzania:
Role: A local organization that supports open knowledge initiatives and digital literacy.
Collaboration: Shares best practices for community engagement and capacity building.
Impact: Strengthens WCK’s programs and ensures alignment with broader open knowledge goals in Tanzania. Characteristics of These Partnerships Mutual Benefit: Partnerships are based on shared goals and mutual benefit, ensuring that all parties contribute to and benefit from the collaboration.
Resource Sharing: Partners provide resources such as digital devices, training materials, and technical support, enabling WCK to expand its reach and impact.
Capacity Building: Collaborations focus on building the skills and knowledge of community members, ensuring long-term sustainability.
Inclusivity: Partnerships prioritize inclusivity, ensuring that women, youth, and underrepresented groups are actively engaged.
Local Relevance: Collaborations are tailored to the needs and priorities of the Kilimanjaro region, ensuring local relevance and ownership.
- 13. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select all that apply. (required)
- Increase the Sustainability of Our Movement, Improve User Experience, Provide for Safety and Inclusion, Ensure Equity in Decision-making, Invest in Skills and Leadership Development, Manage Internal Knowledge, Innovate in Free Knowledge
Metrics
[edit]Wikimedia Metrics
[edit]- 14. Please select and fill out Wikimedia Metrics for your proposal. (recommended)
- 14.1. Number of participants, editors, and organizers.
All metrics provided are optional, please fill them out if they are aligned with your programs and activities.
| Metrics name | Target | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of all participants | 150 | N/A |
| Number of all editors | 150 | N/A |
| Number of new editors | 50 | |
| Number of retained editors | 100 | |
| Number of all organizers | N/A | N/A |
| Number of new organizers | N/A |
- 14.2. Number of new content contributions to Wikimedia projects. (recommended)
| Wikimedia project | Created | Edited or improved |
|---|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 1500 | 3000 |
| Wikimedia Commons | 500 | 100 |
| Wikidata | 100 | 100 |
| Wiktionary | ||
| Wikisource | ||
| Wikimedia Incubator | ||
| Translatewiki | ||
| MediaWiki | ||
| Wikiquote | ||
| Wikivoyage | ||
| Wikibooks | ||
| Wikiversity | ||
| Wikinews | ||
| Wikispecies | ||
| Wikifunctions / Abstract Wikipedia |
- Description for Wikimedia projects contributions metrics. (optional)
Other Metrics
[edit]- 15. Do you have other quantitative and qualitative targets for your project (other metrics)? (required)
- Yes
| Other Metrics | Description | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Number of new women editors and leaders. | Number of new women editors and leaders. | 20 |
| Number of articles created or improved by women. | Number of articles created or improved by women. | 200 |
| Number of partnerships established. | Number of partnerships established. | 5 |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
Budget
[edit]- 16. Will you have any other revenue sources when implementing this proposal (e.g. other funding, membership contributions, donations)? (required)
- No
- 16.1. List other revenue sources. (required)
N/A
- 16.2. Approximately how much revenue will you have from other sources in your local currency? (required)
- N/A
- 17. Your local currency. (required)
- TZS
- 18. What is the total requested amount in your local currency? (required)
- 98599275 TZS
| Year | Amount (local currency) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | N/A TZS |
| Year 2 | N/A TZS |
| Year 3 | N/A TZS |
- Requested amount in USD
- 37467.72 USD [note 1]
| Year | Amount USD [note 1] |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | N/A USD |
| Year 2 | N/A USD |
| Year 3 | N/A USD |
- ↑ a b c The following amount in US dollars was calculated by Wikimedia Foundation staff using the fixed currency rates. This amount is approximate and may not reflect the actual currency exchange rates on the day of submission or distribution. If the application is funded, the funding will be sent in the recipient’s local currency.
- 19. Does this proposal include compensation for staff or contractors? (required)
- Yes
- 19.1. How many paid staff members do you plan to have? (required)
Include the number of staff and contractors during the proposal period. If you have short-term contractors or staff, please include them separately and mention their terms.
- WCK plans to cover 3 paid staff members during the proposal period (July 2025–July 2026). Below is the breakdown:
Paid Staff Members: Community Lead (1 person): Oversees the overall strategy, coordination, and implementation of WCK’s programs. Acts as the primary liaison with global Wikimedia organizations and local partners.
Program Coordinator (1 person): Manages specific initiatives such as Wiki Monthly Edit-a-thons, WikiMalkia, and Let’s Connect.
Gender Equity Lead and Accountant (1 person): Focuses on initiatives to close the gender gap, such as WikiMalkia – "WikiQueens" and Feminism and Folklore Tanzania.
- 19.2. How many FTEs (full-time equivalents) in total? (required)
Include the total FTE of staff and contractors during the proposal period. If you have short-term contractors or staff, please include their FTEs with the terms separately.
- The total FTEs (full-time equivalents) covered by this General Support Fund will be 2.5 FTEs. Below is the breakdown:
Paid Staff Members Community Leader:
Role: Oversees the overall strategy, coordination, and implementation of WCK’s programs. Acts as the primary liaison with global Wikimedia organizations and local partners.
FTE: 1.0 (Full-time).
Hours: 40 hours per week.
Monthly Salary: $800.
Annual Salary: $9,600 (TSh24,963,360).
Skill Sets: Leadership, project management, communication, and community engagement.
Program Coordinators:
Role: Manages all events/ initiatives such as Wiki Monthly Edit-a-thons, WikiMalkia, and Let’s Connect.
FTE: 1.0 (Full-time).
Hours: 40 hours per week.
Monthly Salary: $600.
Annual Salary: $7,200 (TSh18,722,520).
Skill Sets: Event planning, program management, and collaboration.
Accountant:
Role: Manages financial records, budgeting, and reporting for WCK’s programs.
FTE: 0.5 (Part-time).
Hours: 20 hours per week.
Monthly Salary: $300.
Annual Salary: $3,600 (TSh9,361,260).
Skill Sets: Financial management, accounting, and reporting.
- 19.3. Describe any staff or contractor changes compared to the current year / ongoing General Support Fund if any. (required only for returning grantees)
- New Role: Gender Equity Lead:
Role: Focuses on initiatives to close the gender gap, such as WikiMalkia – "WikiQueens" and Feminism and Folklore Tanzania
Current: Not applicable (previously handled by volunteers).
Proposed: 0.5 FTE (Part-time, 6-month contract).
Monthly Salary: $300.
Total Contract Cost: $1,800 (TSh4,680,630).
Expansion of Programs:
The addition of a Gender Equity Lead and increased hours for Program Coordinators reflect WCK’s commitment to expanding its programs and addressing the gender gap in Wikimedia projects.
- 20. Please provide an overview of your overall budget categories in your local currency. The budget breakdown should include only the amount requested with this General Support Fund (required).
| Budget category | Amount in local currency |
|---|---|
| Staff and contractor costs | 53047140 TZS |
| Operational costs | 1794241 TZS |
| Programmatic costs | 44151910 TZS |
- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
Additional information
[edit]- 22. In this optional space you can add any other additional information about your proposal or organization that you think can help us when reviewing your proposal. (optional)
Strategic Plan(https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XgoiDKYpFr3i8ygL_XbeqLvR9n1W8zkY4Eeyylwtg1w/edit?usp=sharing) 2024 - 2025 dashboard(https://outreachdashboard.wmflabs.org/campaigns/wikimedia_community_kilimanjaro_20242025/programs) Website: (https://youthtech.or.tz/)
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- Yes
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