Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/2024 Wikipedia events in various regions of Japan by User:海獺 （Racco） (ID: 22439569)/Final Report
Report Status: Accepted
Due date: 30 April 2025
Funding program: Rapid Fund
Report type: Final
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[edit]- Applicant username: 海獺
- Organization name: N/A
- Amount awarded: 5155
- Amount spent: 4269.23 USD, 670140
Part 1: Project and impact
[edit]1. Describe the implemented activities and results achieved. Additionally, share which approaches were most effective in supporting you to achieve the results. (required)
予定では7地域で16のイベントを予定していましたが、実行されたのは（2025年3月のイベントを含め）8地域で18のイベントとなりました。また助成金を使用しない（私にとっての）近隣の地域でのイベントも加えると、33のイベントでウィキペディアへの理解を促す活動を行いました。
私が効果的なアプローチだと感じたのは、主催者が望む目的に応じて成果の設定や強調すべきポイントをその都度変化させたことでした。 例えば、学校での授業や講演では、ウィキペディアの仕組みを知ることにより、あるいは編集する際の心得や方針を理解することにより、彼らが直面しているネット上の情報の取捨選択や、発信についてより実践的に理解できるようなアプロ―チをしました。 市民カレッジや年配者に対しては「生涯学習」の観点を強調しました。また今期から取り組んでいる絵本や絵本作家に関する記事の充実を目指すイベントでは、WikiGapの目的や動機からの説明を行い、ジェンダー的な偏りについての説明を含めました。 また、公共図書館での研修や編集イベントでは、地域の図書館が持つ資料の有効活用と可能性について強調しました。 参加者や主催者がより理解をしやすく、継続的にウィキペディアに興味を持ってもらえるようなイベントにするために、イベントごとにアプロ―とを変えていったことこそが成果につながったと思われます。
Initially, I planned to hold 16 events in 7 regions, but ended up executing 18 events across 8 regions (including the March 2025 event). Furthermore, considering additional events in nearby regions that did not utilize grant funding, I conducted a total of 33 events to promote understanding of Wikipedia.
I found the most effective approach was to tailor the objectives and emphasize different points depending on the goals of each event organizer. For instance, in school classes and lectures, I focused on a practical approach to help students understand the selection and dissemination of online information they encounter. This was achieved by providing insights into the mechanisms of Wikipedia and the dos and don'ts of editing. For community colleges and senior citizens, I emphasized the perspective of "lifelong learning." In events aimed at enriching articles on picture books and illustrators, which I started this term, I explained the purpose and motivation behind WikiGap, including discussions on gender bias. Additionally, in training sessions and editing events at public libraries, I highlighted the effective utilization and potential of materials held by local libraries.
I believe that my success was due to the fact that I adapted my approach for each event, making it easier for both participants and organizers to understand and maintain a sustained interest in Wikipedia.
2. Documentation of your impact. Please use space below to share links that help tell your story, impact, and evaluation. (required)
Share links to:
- Project page on Meta-Wiki or any other Wikimedia project
- Dashboards and tools that you used to track contributions
- Some photos or videos from your event. Remember to share access.
You can also share links to:
- Important social media posts
- Surveys and their results
- Infographics and sound files
- Examples of content edited on Wikimedia projects
https://note.com/racco_wp https://eventmetrics.wmcloud.org/programs/1025
https://web.archive.org/web/20240826141857/https://www2.city.tahara.aichi.jp/section/library/info/2408wikitahara.html https://web.archive.org/web/20240826012015/https://www.higashiaichi.co.jp/news/detail/13715 https://www.onna-culture.jp/information/5316/ https://www.city.sapporo.jp/toshokan/kids/charenge/202410mojikatsuji.html https://higashiaichi.jp/news/detail.php?id=2273
Additionally, share the materials and resources that you used in the implementation of your project. (required)
For example:
- Training materials and guides
- Presentations and slides
- Work processes and plans
- Any other materials your team has created or adapted and can be shared with others
I created a draft page on Wikipedia. It includes details about the event, editing guidelines, and article templates. I've shared the URL.
https://w.wiki/Cjki https://w.wiki/Azrg https://w.wiki/Av9Q https://w.wiki/Av9S https://w.wiki/Cjkq https://w.wiki/BV2W https://w.wiki/Bpe2 https://w.wiki/Cjkr https://w.wiki/Cjkr https://w.wiki/Cjku https://w.wiki/Cjkv The uploading of event materials to a Wikipedia draft page provides participants with a centralized resource that can be bookmarked, stimulating continuous editing and enabling efficient knowledge sharing.
3. To what extent do you agree with the following statements regarding the work carried out with this Rapid Fund? You can choose “not applicable” if your work does not relate to these goals. Required. Select one option per question. (required)
| A. Bring in participants from underrepresented groups | Agree |
| B. Create a more inclusive and connected culture in our community | Agree |
| C. Develop content about underrepresented topics/groups | Strongly agree |
| D. Develop content from underrepresented perspectives | Agree |
| E. Encourage the retention of editors | Agree |
| F. Encourage the retention of organizers | Agree |
| G. Increased participants' feelings of belonging and connection to the movement | Strongly agree |
| F. Other (optional) |
Part 2: Learning
[edit]4. In your application, you outlined some learning questions. What did you learn from these learning questions when you implemented your project? How do you hope to use this learnings in the future? You can recall these learning questions below. (required)
You can recall these learning questions below: I have created opportunities to speak about Wikipedia at more than 160 events since 2013 and beyond. For me, this activity is not an income-generating job. I want as many people as possible to understand Wikipedia.
By continuously carrying out my activities, I believe that I can achieve a repetitive effect and increase opportunities for a wider audience to understand Wikipedia through media coverage of the event. I intend to continue this activity next year while taking care of my health. I have already received requests from remote islands, and I believe that realizing these requests will broaden understanding of Wikipedia on a wider scale.
5. Did anything unexpected or surprising happen when implementing your activities? This can include both positive and negative situations. What did you learn from those experiences? (required)
While not a direct correlation, the depreciation of the yen and the surge in international tourism resulted in a significant increase in accommodation costs. Given that the subsidies were derived from donations by those who support Wikipedia's goals, we implemented cost-saving measures, prioritizing essential expenditures. As a result, we were able to allocate additional funds to expand our event offerings.
My initiatives have contributed to a heightened perception of Wikipedia's credibility. Survey feedback indicates a growing interest in Wikipedia among participants, with many expressing a desire to utilize the platform more effectively following a deeper understanding of its capabilities.
6. What is your plan to share your project learnings and results with other community members? If you have already done it, describe how. (required)
私の対外的な活動は、ブログとウィキペディアのページに記しています。
https://note.com/racco_wp https://w.wiki/3ya https://eventmetrics.wmcloud.org/programs/1025
Part 3: Metrics
[edit]7. Wikimedia Metrics results. (required)
In your application, you set some Wikimedia targets in numbers (Wikimedia metrics). In this section, you will describe the achieved results and provide links to the tools used.
| Target | Results | Comments and tools used | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 300 | 64 | 今期64人の方がイベントで新規にアカウントを作って活動を始めてくださいました。講演会や授業で編集デモをご覧になった方、アカウントを作成せずワークシートを使用して編集をした方のトータルは（大きな高校でも授業もあったたため）1000人を超えました。 |
| Number of editors | 50 | 116 | 実際にウィキペディアを編集した人数は、116でした。継続的に編集をしてくださっているかたも多く参加してくださいました。 |
| Number of organizers | 10 | 18 | 8つの地域で、18のイベント。それぞれの地域でコーディネートしてくださった方はトータルで15名でした。
講師側、あるいはレクチャー側として要請したウィキペディアンやファシリテーターは0です。 なるべく少ない人数（私一人）でもイベントができるように、事前の準備を密にし、テンプレートや資料をWeb上に作成することで、協力者の交通費や謝礼などで助成金を圧迫すべきではないという考えからです。 I was actively involved in the organization of 18 events across eight distinct regions, with the support of a team of fifteen coordinators, one for each location. In an effort to optimize resource allocation and minimize expenditures, I made a conscious decision to refrain from soliciting external speakers, including Wikipedians and facilitators. Through diligent preparation and the creation of accessible online templates and materials, I was able to facilitate the successful execution of these events with a streamlined team. |
| Wikimedia project | Target | Result - Number of created pages | Result - Number of improved pages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 100 | 14 | 121 |
| Wikimedia Commons | 5 | ||
| Wikidata | |||
| Wiktionary | |||
| Wikisource | |||
| Wikimedia Incubator | |||
| Translatewiki | |||
| MediaWiki | |||
| Wikiquote | |||
| Wikivoyage | |||
| Wikibooks | |||
| Wikiversity | |||
| Wikinews | |||
| Wikispecies | |||
| Wikifunctions or Abstract Wikipedia |
8. Other Metrics results.
In your proposal, you could also set Other Metrics targets. Please describe the achieved results and provide links to the tools used if you set Other Metrics in your application.
| Other Metrics name | Metrics Description | Target | Result | Tools and comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 地域情報 | 地域図書館の活性化と地域情報を地域民の手でウィキペディアに発信していく | 6 | https://eventmetrics.wmcloud.org/programs/1025/events/4223
https://eventmetrics.wmcloud.org/programs/1025/events/4179 https://eventmetrics.wmcloud.org/programs/1025/events/4178 https://eventmetrics.wmcloud.org/programs/1025/events/4150 https://eventmetrics.wmcloud.org/programs/1025/events/4068 https://eventmetrics.wmcloud.org/programs/1025/events/3974 | |
| ウィキペディアに対する理解 | エディタソンが行えないイベントでは、講演を行うことによりウィキペディアの重要性や役割を知ってもらい、編集に興味を持っていただく | 11 | 講演という名目で、編集イベントにつなげるために話をした地域もありました。 | |
| 学生に対するアプローチ | ウィキペディアの理念や仕組みを通して、情報リテラシー、ネットリテラシーについて考える機会を提供し、信頼できる情報と、その情報源として頼りになるウィキペディアに対する理解を促す | 8 | 中学生、高校生に対して、情報を発信する責任感の観点からウィキペディアについて説明しました。 | |
| WikiGap | 2019年のEmbassy of Sweden in Tokyoで行われたWikiGapから、日本でのWikiGapに運営側として私は携わっており、今回も複数回のWikiGapを計画している | 1 | 豊橋にて行いました。また絵本に関するイベントでもジェンダーギャップについて説明しました。 | |
9. Did you have any difficulties collecting data to measure your results? (required)
No
9.1. Please state what difficulties you had. How do you hope to overcome these challenges in the future? Do you have any recommendations for the Foundation to support you in addressing these challenges? (required)
Part 4: Financial reporting
[edit]10. Please state the total amount spent in your local currency. (required)
670140
11. Please state the total amount spent in US dollars. (required)
4269.23
12. Report the funds spent in the currency of your fund. (required)
Upload the financial report
12.2. If you have not already done so in your financial spending report, please provide information on changes in the budget in relation to your original proposal. (optional)
13. Do you have any unspent funds from the Fund?
No
13.1. Please list the amount and currency you did not use and explain why.
N/A
13.2. What are you planning to do with the underspent funds?
N/A
13.3. Please provide details of hope to spend these funds.
N/A
14.1. Are you in compliance with the terms outlined in the fund agreement?
Yes
14.2. Are you in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in the grant agreement?
Yes
14.3. Are you in compliance with provisions of the United States Internal Revenue Code (“Code”), and with relevant tax laws and regulations restricting the use of the Funds as outlined in the grant agreement? In summary, this is to confirm that the funds were used in alignment with the WMF mission and for charitable/nonprofit/educational purposes.
Yes
15. If you have additional recommendations or reflections that don’t fit into the above sections, please write them here. (optional)
Review notes
[edit]Review notes from Program Officer:
N/A
Applicant's response to the review feedback.
N/A