Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/General Support Fund/Wikimedia Tanzania/Arusha Wikimedians/Kilimanjaro Wikimedia Annual activities 2025/2026

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Applicant information

Organization name or Wikimedia Username for individuals. (required): Wikimedia Community User Group Tanzania

Do you have any approved General Support Fund requests? (required): No, it is my first time applying for 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): No

Do you have a fiscal sponsor?: Yes

Fiscal organization name.: Kiwix

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

Main proposal

1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be a title for the Meta-Wiki page. (required): Wikimedia Tanzania/Arusha Wikimedians/Kilimanjaro Wikimedia Annual activities 2025/2026

2. Do you want to apply for the multi-year base funding for 3 years? (required) (only for returning applicants): N/A

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): 2026-06-30

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/1UTmc4NKcS6ptSxiUVHlBCW2h7h4P56fD-FNnqzqXIfU/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)

Wikimedia Tanzania

Based on our experience running Wiki trainings on knowledge contribution to Wikipedia, below are the main challenges that we are keen to address;

The challenges we are trying to address: Overview: The challenges we are seeking to address mostly centers on knowledge gaps, gender gaps, leadership gaps and technological aspects. These challenges are are as explained below: Lack of adequate skills needed for contributing to Wiki projects Lack of high quality content to our local Wikipedia and on larger Wikipedias such as English Wikipedia. Similarly there is a huge gap quantitatively when it comes to the number of content on our local Wiki projects (such as Swahili Wikipedia, Wikistionery and Wikisource) when compared to similar other languages Wiki projects. Lack of reliable, collaborative and consistent Wiki contributors and Community leaders that can help to make our movement sustainable. Lack of projects that are community tailored that can help generate relevant content to our communities Lack of partners that can support and help to amplify what we do Lack of Tech oriented contributors who can help solve technical challenges that our contributors face while interacting with Wiki platforms such as Swahili Wikipedia Some areas in Tanzania aren’t reached with our efforts to engage them to become Wiki contributors. Lack of reliable sources that can be used to amplify our efforts to bridge the gender gap existing in Swahili WIkipedia and on other Wiki projects. Programs: This application intends to increase the availability of free content to Wikimedia projects through focusing on the topics of impact that are primarily relevant to Tanzania and Africa.These topics include (Healthy, Geography, Gender, Environment and Human rights). Also this grant application seeks to provide continuity of the already existing projects that have been done before by the user group, as well as expanding the reachability of the Wikimedia projects within Tanzania. On the other hand the proposal seeks to enhance the regional and global collaboration areas including Regional Hubs, GLAM, Heritage and Technology.

Approaches We are aiming to make our programs more impactful, more inclusive and improve its learning, evaluation and reporting. We are planning to engage learning and evaluation projects and expertise to help us build the capacity to be able to evaluate the impact of our projects both qualitatively and quantitatively. This will be possible by adopting and learning about some existing qualitative and quantitative tools used within the movement with the help of insights from the Wikimedian within the movement that has expertise in those areas and better advise our user group on the strategic actions to achieve our goals. We are intending to purposely increase the number of Women participating in our programs so as to empower them to take different leadership roles. On all those categories of activities, we are planning to do editathoths, workshops, hackathons and contests that aim to increase the content in our local wiki projects. We will evaluate and set some standards and criteria in order to obtain high quality contributions.

Strategies: We are planning to create more room for capacity building on leadership and governance. This will help us to have segmentation of the list of programs that we need to implement. We will design a leadership structure for our user group that will be capable of facilitating and coordinating various projects such as editathons, workshops and hackathons. We will do outreach programs to at least 7 regions/areas of Tanzania that have not yet been reached in terms of capacity building to contribute to Wikipedia. This includes Zanzibar, Mtwara, Mbeya, Mwanza, Morogoro, Dodoma and Iringa. We will initiate Wiki Clubs in different Institutions both public and private ones found in areas mentioned above to ensure sustainability of people who contribute to Wikipedia. We aim at having micro-grant that will help to support emerging communities to exercise editing and content contributing skills.

How will your strategies support you in addressing these challenges? We are looking to conduct the following activities that will address the challenges outlined above. We are planning to have weekly editathons for Wiki community residing in Dar es salaam We will run at least 20 capacity building trainings to wiki groups from these new 6 regions and in Dar es salaam We are planning to have at least 4 leaders boot camps (1 every after 3 months) that will help us empower more volunteers to become reliable leaders We are planning to coordinate and plan for activities that are regional wise in our country to ensure inclusivity and reachability of our programs. Moreover we will have programs that will run regional wise in SADC countries starting with EARTH Hub member countries.

Wikimedia Arusha

We have organized our work around six key goals that help us tackle specific challenges in our community. Our programs, approaches, and strategies around six key goals outlined in our strategic plan. (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PiIC1bqdNars27zTiT3p6GDsgycFEP8k/view?usp=sharing) Here is a brief overview of each goal and its associated strategies: Goal 1 Expand Content Coverage Programs and Approaches: Swahili Month,Wikipedia Page Wanting Photos Arusha, WikiVibrance – International Youth Day, Months of African Cinema,WikiVibrance – African Youth Month, 1lib1ref, Arts & Folklore, WikiGap, WikiforHumanRightsCampaign, Photowalks Challenges Addressed: Limited content coverage on Wikimedia projects. Strategies: Conduct events and initiatives to promote the creation of high-quality, underrepresented content. Raise awareness about community efforts to increase content coverage. We are launching the Tanzanian Languages Oral History Documentation Project to preserve over 120 local languages at risk of extinction. Through audiovisual recordings, we will document endangered languages like Maasai, Meru, and Arusha, creating free archives on Wikimedia Commons and enriching Wikipedia articles. This project preserves vulnerable cultural heritage, fills content gaps, raises awareness about indigenous languages, promotes local cultural institutions, and helps grow our editor community while connecting language experts with Wikimedia. It directly supports our content expansion goals while addressing urgent language preservation needs in Tanzania. Goal 2 Grow and Engage the Community Programs and Approaches: Annual Community Meeting Challenges Addressed: Need for community growth and increased engagement. Strategies: Provide opportunities for members to participate in meaningful activities. Collaborate with other groups and organizations to increase the size and diversity of the community. Goal 3 Strengthen Capacities Programs and Approaches: Training the Trainers Program Let's Connect Challenges Addressed: Build the skills and capacities of community members. Strategies: Provide training and development opportunities. Develop educational resources and tutorials. Foster leadership and mentorship opportunities. Learn from established Wikimedia communities and incorporate best practices. Goal 4 Address the Gender Gap Programs and Approaches: Women in Wiki Training, Write for African Women Project Challenges Addressed: Gender gap in participation and representation. Strategies: Organize events and initiatives to increase women's participation. Amplify voices and perspectives of women in the community. Encourage and support women in leadership roles. Goal 5 Build Strategic Partnerships Programs and Approaches: Sustain the current partnerships Identify Potential Partners Reach Out to Potential Partners Attend Relevant Events and Conferences Collaborate on Joint Projects Share Resources and Expertise Challenges Addressed: Need for external support and collaboration. Strategies: Identify and engage with organizations that share the community's vision. Establish collaborations with partners to support community growth and impact. Goal 6 Raise Awareness and Promote Inclusiveness Programs and Approaches: Develop Educational Resources, Tutorials, and Mentorship Opportunities Conduct Outreach Activities Empower Community Members Monitor and Measure Progress Challenges Addressed: Limited awareness and inclusiveness in the community. Strategies: Provide training and mentorship opportunities. Conduct outreach activities to engage underrepresented communities. Promote a culture of inclusiveness and diversity. Monitor and measure efforts to promote inclusiveness. Program and approaches Community Hub: The Community Hub is a dedicated physical space equipped with essential resources such as electricity, internet connectivity, and laptops. It operates as an open and welcoming environment, accessible to community members at their convenience, facilitating contributions to Wikimedia projects. Challenges Addressed: The lack of resources for editors beyond scheduled events was identified as a significant challenge. Newly elected Wikipedia administrators and highly active Wikimedians expressed their willingness to contribute beyond events but faced constraints due to the unavailability of resources, including the internet and computers. Creative Solution: To overcome this challenge, the Wikimedians of Arusha established an open office space, functioning as a hub for community members. This space provides consistent access to the internet and laptops, enabling editors to contribute to Wikimedia projects at any time. Importantly, this solution not only addresses the resource constraints but also ensures compliance with government regulations. The open office concept has proven successful, attracting many community members and positioning Wikimedia Arusha's editors among the most active contributors across Tanzania.

Wikimedia Kilimanjaro

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): Wiki Club, Reading Wikipedia in the Classroom or other Reading/Evaluating Wikipedia Training, Editing Wikipedia Training, Translation, Wikidata programs, Wikimedia Commons programs, Other Wikimedia project 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, Primary school students, Secondary school students; Other groups if any: N/A

Culture, heritage or GLAM

9.2. Select all your programs and activities for Culture, heritage or GLAM. (required): 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, Building organizer skills in women and diversity groups, Fomenting female leadership within the movement (either staff, members or boards), Sensitize and educate for gender perspective among Wikimedia projects stewards and editors; 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 micro-funding and other financial support to community members; Other programs and activities if any: N/A

Participation in campaigns and contests

9.5. Select all campaigns that apply. (required): Wiki Loves Africa, Wiki Loves Earth, Wiki Loves Monuments, Other, 1Lib1Ref, Art+Feminism, Feminism and Folklore, Wiki Loves Folklore, Wiki Loves Women, WikiForHumanRights, WikiGap, Wikipedia Pages Wanting Photos, Wikipedia Birthday or Anniversary; Other programs and activities if any: 1. African Women on Wikipedia

2. Wiki Loves STEAMIA 3.Wiki For Universities (Wiki4Uni) campaign

10. Please include a link to or upload a timeline (operational calendar) for your programs and activities. (required): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UTmc4NKcS6ptSxiUVHlBCW2h7h4P56fD-FNnqzqXIfU/edit?usp=sharing

11. Describe your team. (required)

Here are the team descriptions for the 3 groups: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UTmc4NKcS6ptSxiUVHlBCW2h7h4P56fD-FNnqzqXIfU/edit?usp=sharing

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)

Wikimedia Tanzania:Yes we have some partners that we have worked with before and we will engage more with them. These include the Creative Commons Chapter of Tanzania, ASSAT-Tanzania Astronomy Association, St. Augustine University of Mwanza , Buni Innovation Hub and University of Dar es Salaam.

Wikimedians of Arusha Our work grows stronger through teamwork. We are joining hands with Wikimedia and other partners who believe in what we do. Local libraries will share their special collections with us, helping put more diverse information on Wikimedia. We are also connecting with colleges to bring in new editors who can add fresh perspectives. Museums and art galleries are perfect friends for us too. They have amazing collections that more people should see. Community groups will help us reach people who do not usually get involved with Wikipedia. We are really happy about our new education partners in Tanzania. Working with Elimu Yetu, Umoja, Tanzania Enlightenment Development Innovations, Arusha Youth Hub, and Tengeru Institute of Community will help us share knowledge better with local people. These groups know their communities well and understand what people really need. Our current partners have already helped us so much. Builders for Future Africa has guided us through government rules - without them, we would be lost in paperwork. And working with Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation has helped more people hear about what we are doing. These partnerships are real relationships based on trust and shared goals.

Wikimedians of Kilimanjaro

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): Ensure Equity in Decision-making, Increase the Sustainability of Our Movement, Improve User Experience, Invest in Skills and Leadership Development, Manage Internal Knowledge, Identify Topics for Impact, Innovate in Free Knowledge, Provide for Safety and Inclusion, Coordinate Across Stakeholders, Evaluate, Iterate, and Adapt

Metrics

Wikimedia Metrics

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	1350	https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UTmc4NKcS6ptSxiUVHlBCW2h7h4P56fD-FNnqzqXIfU/edit?usp=sharing
Number of all editors	N/A	N/A
Number of new editors	N/A
Number of retained editors	N/A
Number of all organizers	N/A	https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UTmc4NKcS6ptSxiUVHlBCW2h7h4P56fD-FNnqzqXIfU/edit?usp=sharing
Number of new organizers	N/A

14.2. Number of new content contributions to Wikimedia projects. (recommended)

Contributions to Wikimedia projects
Wikimedia project	Created	Edited or improved
Wikipedia
Wikimedia Commons
Wikidata
Wiktionary
Wikisource
Wikimedia Incubator
Translatewiki
MediaWiki
Wikiquote
Wikivoyage
Wikibooks
Wikiversity
Wikinews
Wikispecies
Wikifunctions / Abstract Wikipedia

Description for Wikimedia projects contributions metrics. (optional)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UTmc4NKcS6ptSxiUVHlBCW2h7h4P56fD-FNnqzqXIfU/edit?usp=sharing

Other Metrics

15. Do you have other quantitative and qualitative targets for your project (other metrics)? (required): Yes


Other Metrics	Description	Target
Peer Review strateg approach:	With this proposal, we we deliberately want to see high quality articles/content produced. Hence one of the methos we will use is having several peer review sessions to reflect improve the content contributed. We foresee that this will be helpful to newbies who will benefit from seeing how articles are judged to be quality vs not quality. This will help them avoid common mistakes that lead to producing too short and sometimes long but not quality content.	5000
N/A	N/A	N/A
N/A	N/A	N/A
N/A	N/A	N/A
N/A	N/A	N/A

Budget

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): 526049747 TZS

Multi-year funding request summary
Year	Amount (local currency)
Year 1	N/A TZS
Year 2	N/A TZS
Year 3	N/A TZS

Requested amount in USD: 199898.9 USD ^{[note 1]}

Multi-year funding request summary in USD
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.

Description: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UTmc4NKcS6ptSxiUVHlBCW2h7h4P56fD-FNnqzqXIfU/edit?usp=sharing

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.

Description: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UTmc4NKcS6ptSxiUVHlBCW2h7h4P56fD-FNnqzqXIfU/edit?usp=sharing

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 contractor costs	187784400 TZS
Operational costs	49078768 TZS
Programmatic costs	202940627 TZS

21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1T60pdlA-q1paePP_LEgdxaNIXarD6BTM/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110811294069871973143&rtpof=true&sd=true

Additional information

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)

Our user group has taken some great efforts fostering collaboration and cohesion within East Africa. Some of the active engagements includes great effort and participation on forming East African Regional and Thematic Hub. Moreover, our user group has been actively engaging in global spaces and initiatives, hence this proposal is important for community members to pick up on the best learning we have obtained through those spaces and implement in our context. Key learnings from the past 3 years is that Community health is promising when people are given a chance and supported to meet frequently and engage on Wiki projects. This is as for many communities, important that we maintain the flow of activities and initiatives to create a greater chance of Volunteer retention.

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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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[fixedrate-1] 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.

[note 1]