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Wikimedia Nigeria Foundation Inc- Annual Activities 2024
start date2024-04-012024-04-01T00:00:00Z
end date2024-12-312024-12-31T00:00:00Z
budget (local currency)168829 USD
amount recommended (local currency)139000 USD
grant typeWikimedia Affiliate (chapter, thematic org., or user group)
funding regionSSA
decision fiscal year2023-24
funding program roundRound 1
organization (if applicable)Wikimedia Nigeria Foundation

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Applicant information[edit]

Organization name or Wikimedia Username for individuals. (required)
Wikimedia Nigeria Foundation
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?
No
Fiscal organization name.
N/A

Main proposal[edit]

1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be a title for the Meta-Wiki page. (required)
Wikimedia Nigeria Foundation Inc- Annual Activities 2024
2. Do you want to apply for the multi-year funding or renewal process? (required)
Yes, consider this as a renewal application for one year
2.1. For how many years of multi-year funding are you applying? (required)
N/A
2.2. 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)
2024-04-01
4. Proposed end date. (required)
2024-12-31
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)
Yes
6. Does your affiliate, organization or group have a Strategic Plan that can help us understand your proposal? If yes, please provide it. (required)
No
Strategic Plan for Wikimedia Nigeria Foundation Inc- FY 2024 1. Executive Summary: The Wikimedia Nigeria Foundation Inc (WUG NG) is committed to promoting open knowledge, free content, and collaborative projects within Nigeria. This strategic plan outl
7. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
Nigeria
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)
Challenges
1. Lack of capacity to contribute to Wikimedia projects.

Strategy and approach

a.) Capacity building and development programs for members of our communities and partners.

We will develop various training or capacity-building program that will help community members build skills and knowledge on how to contribute to Wikimedia projects, including Wikimedia Commons, Wikidata, Wikipedia, Wiktionary, and so on. There would be statutory monthly physical training in our office and several online training programs that would include participation from our networks, fan clubs, and partners. There would also be physical trainings in at least two geopolitical zones of Nigeria and numerous trainings in different states of Nigeria to support our growing communities in these states. These training programmes would be handled by experienced members of our community, and where necessary, we would invite experienced members of other Wikimedia communities that have the specific skill set needed by our community to handle the training.

b.) Creation of audiovisual training materials

Our team will develop audiovisual training resources that offer firsthand instruction for individuals new to our community. Numerous newcomers, as well as existing members, have expressed a desire for these resources. They believe that these materials will aid their learning process and enhance their comprehension of how to make valuable contributions to Wikimedia projects.

Programs

The following programs would be developed as part of our strategy to mitigate this challenge

  • Knowledge Transfer initiative
  • Train-the-trainers initiative
  • Monthly training activities (physical)
  • Periodic online training
  • Modular audiovisual training resource
  • WikiAcademy
2.Lack of sustainable partnership
Strategies and approach

We have built several partnerships in the past, but we were not able to sustain many of them because we did not have adequate resources to do so. As part of our strategy to grow and sustain our partnership, we will contact our past partners and have them partner with us on our numerous projects. Now, we have an office space for training, as many of our partners in the past did not have training

centers to support our activities. Now we will take this burden away from them and have them use our training centers for various mission-aligned activities, including trainings for their staff members and networks. We will also contact new partners to support our activities.

Program
  • Wiki Loves Monuments
  • Wiki Loves Earths
  • Wiki Loves Africa
  • Wiki Loves Women
  • Visibility projects
  • Naija Office Hour etc
3. Low contents from Nigeria
Strategy and approach

Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, but despite this large population, the amount of content creation when compared with the population is subpar. We plan to organise several contents drives that would help create thousands of high-quality contents on Wikimedia projects, and numerous edit-a-thons would be organised to generate contents. In addition to text-based contents, we will continue with the creation of oral history audiovisuals and donate them to academic institutions.

Programs

  • Edit-a-thons
  • Content drives (Wiki Loves X, WPWP, United Nation Days edit-a-thon, WikiGap, contests etc)
4. Centralization of activities in Lagos.
Strategies and approach

In the past, many of our activities are central to Lagos State and this limit participation from members of our community from other states. As part of our strategy to decentralize activities, we will provide technical and financial supports for our members outsides of Lagos through the Wikimedia UG Nigeria micro-grant program to enable them remotely to participate in our programs and organize activities for themselves. We also plan to visit these states to help them organize programs and activities. We will establish more small communities (Network and clubs) that would ensure our spread in the 36 states of Nigeria.

Programs
  • Micro-grant support funding
  • Train the trainers program
  • Network and club establishment
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 Yes
Other No

Education

9.1.1. Select all your programs and activities for Education. (required)
Wiki Club, Reading Wikipedia in the Classroom or other Reading/Evaluating Wikipedia Training, Editing Wikipedia Training, Translation, Wikidata programs, Wikimedia Commons programs
Other programs and activities if any: N/A
9.1.2. Select all relevant audience groups for Education. (required)
Vocational, tertiary, or higher education, Teachers or professors, Senior citizens
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, Supporting institutions to open up their collections, data, metadata, and research, Supporting GLAM professionals to incorporate use of Wikimedia in their work, through documentation, training, or Wikimedian in Residence programs, 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 creating content about women and/or gender diverse groups, including biographies, intersectional topic areas and/or adding images, Focusing on creating content about marginalized (underrepresented) communities and their knowledge, Focusing on knowledge equity by bringing in contributors from underrepresented communities
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, Offering microgrants and other financial support to community members , Offering non financial support and services to community members (equipment, space, books, etc.)
Other programs and activities if any: N/A

Participation in campaigns and contests

9.5. Select all campaigns that apply. (required)
1Lib1Ref, Wiki Loves Africa, Wiki Loves Earth, Wiki Loves Monuments, WikiForHumanRights, WikiGap
Other programs and activities if any: N/A

Public policy advocacy

9.6. Describe your Public policy advocacy work and actions in detail. (required)
Key Advocacy Areas and Strategies

In this round, we are prioritizing the following three key advocacy areas

  1. Copyright Reform: Engage in a collaborative effort with governmental entities and relevant parties in Nigeria to initiate a comprehensive overhaul of copyright legislation and regulations. This effort aims at achieving a harmonious equilibrium between safeguarding the rights of creators and facilitating wider availability of knowledge. Promote the use of flexible and adaptable licensing alternatives such as Creative Commons.
  2. Government Data Openness: Promote policies that require government agencies to release data and information in open and machine-readable formats. Encourage the use of Wikimedia Commons as a platform for sharing government-related images and documents.
  3. National Data Protection Act 2023 review: We will comprehensively review the act and document how it directly or indirectly impact Wikidata and any other Wikimedia projects
Other areas includes
  1. Open Access Legislation: Advocacy for the advancement and approval of open access legislation or policies that facilitate the unrestricted and inclusive dissemination of research, educational materials, and cultural resources. This advocacy work will emphasize the advantages of open access in relation to education, innovation, and economic expansion.
  2. Digital Literacy and Education: Advocate for policies that promote digital literacy and the integration of digital skills into the education curriculum at all levels. Encourage the government to support initiatives that improve access to online educational resources, including Wikimedia projects.
  3. Libraries and Cultural Institutions: Advocate for increased funding and support for libraries, museums, and cultural institutions. Emphasize the role of these institutions in preserving and sharing Nigeria's cultural heritage and history, which can be contributed to Wikimedia projects.
  4. Local Language Content: Advocate for policies that support the creation and dissemination of knowledge in local Nigerian languages. Encourage government agencies, schools, and content creators to contribute to Wikimedia projects in local languages.
  5. Government Engagement: Establish dialogues and partnerships with government officials, policymakers, and relevant ministries to present the case for open knowledge access and the role Wikimedia projects can play in achieving this goal. Public Awareness Campaigns: Launch public awareness campaigns to inform the Nigerian public about the importance of open knowledge, Wikimedia projects, and how they can contribute to and benefit from these resources.
  6. Engage with Civil Society: Collaborate with civil society organizations, academic institutions, and like-minded advocacy groups to build a broader coalition advocating for open knowledge in Nigeria.
  7. Regular Advocacy Updates: Keep the Wikimedia community and the public informed about advocacy efforts, progress, and policy developments through regular updates, blog posts, and social media.
  8. Monitoring of Government policy: Continuously monitor policy developments and assess the impact of advocacy efforts on open knowledge access in Nigeria. Measure success through the adoption of open access policies, copyright reform progress, increased digital literacy initiatives, and greater awareness of Wikimedia projects.

By launching the Open Knowledge Access Nigeria (OKAN) Campaign, Wikimedia User Group Nigeria can play a crucial role in shaping public policies that promote open knowledge access, support Wikimedia initiatives, and advance the dissemination of free knowledge in Nigeria

10. Please include a link to or upload a timeline (operational calendar) for your programs and activities. (required)
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VVbUOp6U5qvx84TlmcBZ2MflYXoC9XKq/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=101598098093447600139&rtpof=true&sd=true
11. Describe your team. (required)
Wikimedia UG Nigeria Staff Directory
S/n Name Position Role User Name Gender Status
1 Olushola Olaniyan Community Director He provides plans and strategies around advocacy, leadership roles, community development strategy, partnership and networking, conflict resolution issues, and promoting peaceful resolution among members. Olaniyan Olushola Male Volunteer
2 Omolayo Ogunsiji Executive Director She carries out the following roles: Serves as the face of the organization in public, oversees day-to-day operations, Works closely with BOT to pass information, provides the support needed for decision-making, ensures the organization maintains a sound financial system, Build a strong relationship with organization stakeholders, government, etc. Goldcity73 Female Volunteer
3 Olatunde Isaac Learning and Evaluation Director 1. He collaborates with leadership to develop a strategic approach to learning and evaluation aligned with the organization's mission, 2. He Designs a comprehensive evaluation framework and plan with clear goals and key performance indicators, 3. He oversees data collection, analysis, and interpretation to draw insights from surveys, interviews, and metrics, He establishes systems to measure progress and outcomes and reports on performance, He determines the overall impact of the organization's activities on beneficiaries or stakeholders. T Cell Male Volunteer
4 Ayokanmi Oyeyemi Program Director 1. Collaborating with senior leadership to align program objectives with the organization's goals and mission and direct and manage all the group's programs. 2. Designing and creating programs, including setting goals, objectives, and budgets. 3. Leading and supervising program staff, providing guidance, mentorship, and support. Kaizenify Male Paid role
5 Kayode Yussuf Network and Clubs Director 1. Develop and implement a strategic vision and plan for community development that aligns with the needs and goals of the Networks and Fan Clubs in the community. 2. Engage with community members, leaders, organizations, and government agencies to build partnerships and collaborate on development projects. 3. Identify and secure funding sources, grants, and resources to support community development initiatives. 4. He oversees operations and plans of Networks and Fan Clubs to determine areas of need of the affected community. 5. Serve as the liaison between the Executive members and various Networks and Fan Clubs in the community. Kayusyussuf Male Volunteer
6 Ashioma Medi Grant Officer 1. Supervises and provides support to the community Granting Committee. 2. Provide technical support to community members interested in the WUGN Community Support Granting program. 3. Organise meetups and training programs to support our Networks and Club leaders in grant-making. 4. Prepare monthly documentation for Fund disbursement for approved grants. 5. Prepare monthly reports to the executives of WUGN on Grant operations and management from Networks and affiliates. SuperSwift and Ashioma(WUGN) Male Paid role
7 Adetola Adetona Learning and Evaluation Officer 1. Collaborate with leadership of Networks and Clubs and program managers to develop comprehensive evaluation plans that align with organizational goals and objectives. 2. Collect, organize, and analyze data using various research methods and data analysis tools from the community to measure program effectiveness and outcomes. 3. Develop and manage performance measurement systems to track progress against benchmarks and goals, ensuring data accuracy and relevance. 4. Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of programs, including curriculum, training, or educational offerings, and make recommendations for improvement. 5. Identify areas for program enhancement from the community based on data analysis and evaluation findings, working with teams to implement improvements. 6. Assist in resource allocation decisions by providing data-driven insights into program effectiveness and efficiency. 7. Stay updated on evaluation software, tools, and technology to enhance data collection, analysis, and reporting capabilities. AborishadeAdetona Male Paid
8 Adenike Bakare Social Media Officer Handles awareness for all programs on social media and creates engagement in all our communication rooms. Fine Acer Female Volunteer
9 Rhoda James Graphics and Creative Officer Creates banner and various creative contents on social media NIL Female Volunteer
10 Amaga Blessing Office Receptionist Handles the reception of visitors and manages attendance at the office. NIL Gender Paid
11 Tunde Asaolu Accountant He's in charge of keeping record of all financial transactions Mrbeny Male Paid
12 Tunde Oladimeji Audio visual consultant Direct the production of audiovisual program NIL Male Paid
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)
Our team intends to work with mission-aligned partners within the Wikimedia movement and outside our ecosystem that share in our overall objective of improving the sum of human knowledge.

The following characteristics must be identified and established before any of such partnerships:

  1. Shared Values and Objectives: Wikimedia User Group Nigeria will partner with the organization with shared values and common objectives related to openness, collaboration, and transparency. Both parties must agree to release their content to improve the sum of all human knowledge.
  2. Collaborative Projects: Partnerships often involve joint projects or initiatives to advance a specific cause or address a particular issue. These projects should reflect the mission and goals of the Open Movement organization. For example, in the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year, we collaborated with professional photographers and photographic organizations in all our Wiki Loves events to contribute quality images to Wikipedia and its sister projects.
  3. Community Engagement: We plan to work with Open Movement organizations with active communities of supporters and contributors. Partnerships can involve engaging these communities in joint initiatives and encouraging collaboration among community members. For example, our community joins community members in Uganda, Tanzania, and Cameroon to organize trainings and edit-a-thons for Women in Media through partnership with African Women in Media.
  4. Open Licensing and Intellectual Property: All our partners must agree to release content curated from the relationship under the relevant Creative Commons licenses and promote the use of open-source software.
  5. Advocacy and Outreach: We intend to partner with organizations that can amplify our advocacy efforts by leveraging the influence and resources of partner organizations to promote open practices and policies. The Vibility Project is a gender-based advocacy project aimed at improving the visibility of African women on the internet. We achieved the mentioned objective through a partnership with African Women in Media with 1000+ professional media women in their network. At the same time, we provided the encyclopedia to profile notable African women on the internet.
13. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select all that apply. (required)
Improve User Experience, Coordinate Across Stakeholders, Invest in Skills and Leadership Development

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.

Participants, editors, and organizers
Metrics name Target Description
Number of all participants 2000 Our target audience includes
  1. Photographers
  2. Students
  3. Lecturers
  4. Member of the public
  5. Cultural institutions
  6. Goverment entities
  7. Other mission-aligned organization
Number of all editors 2000 N/A
Number of new editors 1000
Number of retained editors 600
Number of all organizers 100 N/A
Number of new organizers 20
14.2. Number of new content contributions to Wikimedia projects. (recommended)
Contributions to Wikimedia projects
Wikimedia project Created Edited or improved
Wikipedia 1500 1000
Wikimedia Commons 4000 200
Wikidata 5000 10000
Wiktionary
Wikisource 200 100
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)
No
Other Metrics Description Target
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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)
USD
18. What is the total requested amount in your local currency? (required)
168829 USD
Multi-year funding request summary
Year Amount (local currency)
Year 1 N/A USD
Year 2 N/A USD
Year 3 N/A USD
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.

  • Staff - 5
  • Contractor - 1
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.

1.0 FTEs
19.3. Describe any staff or contractor changes compared to the current year / ongoing General Support Fund if any. (required only for returning grantees)
N/A
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 contactor costs 29711760 USD
Operational costs 10616049 USD
Programmatic costs 92061696 USD
21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/14pKGxa02D-g7383Rv2JuLeK6nVBypArpYL24_LStkuI/edit?usp=sharing


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We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.

Yes

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