Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Celebrating Diversity (Documenting Culture in Refugee Settlements) (ID: 22396887)
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Applicant Details[edit]
- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
LikamboisaacK
- Organization
Wikimedia Community User Group For Refugees
- If you are a group or organization leader, board member, president, executive director, or staff member at any Wikimedia group, affiliate, or Wikimedia Foundation, you are required to self-identify and present all roles. (required)
N/A
- Describe all relevant roles with the name of the group or organization and description of the role. (required)
Main Proposal[edit]
- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
Celebrating Diversity (Documenting Culture in Refugee Settlements)
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2024-02-05 - 2024-04-05
- 4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
Uganda
- 5. Are your activities part of a Wikimedia movement campaign, project, or event? If so, please select the relevant project or campaign. (required)
Wiki Loves Africa
- 6. What is the change you are trying to bring? What are the main challenges or problems you are trying to solve? Describe this change or challenges, as well as main approaches to achieve it. (required)
The Wikimedia Project "Celebrating Diversity: Documenting Culture in Refugee Settlements" aims to bring about positive change by addressing several key challenges and problems:
- 1. Lack of Representation: Many cultures and communities within refugee settlements remain underrepresented or invisible in mainstream media and online platforms. This lack of representation perpetuates stereotypes and hinders cross-cultural understanding.
- 2. Cultural Preservation: Refugees often face the risk of losing their cultural heritage and traditions as they adapt to new environments. It is essential to document and preserve these cultures for future generations.
- 3. Cross-Cultural Understanding: There is a need for increased cross-cultural understanding and appreciation. Documenting the rich tapestry of cultures in refugee settlements can promote empathy and solidarity among people worldwide.
- 4. Access to Information: Refugees often have limited access to the internet and digital resources. This project seeks to bridge the information gap and make cultural knowledge more accessible to everyone.
To address these challenges, the main approaches of the "Celebrating Diversity" project include:
- 1. Content Creation: Encouraging and supporting refugees and local communities to contribute content about their cultures to Wikimedia platforms, including Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons, and Wikibooks. This content can include articles, images, videos, and other multimedia formats.
- 2. Partnerships: Collaborating with NGOs, cultural organizations, and local governments to provide training and resources to refugees and local communities for documenting their cultures. These partnerships can also help in promoting the project's objectives and providing resources.
- 3. Multilingual Content: Creating content in multiple languages to ensure accessibility to a global audience. This approach will help break language barriers and make cultural information available to diverse communities.
- 4. Education and Outreach: Conducting workshops, seminars, and educational programs within refugee settlements to empower individuals to document and share their culture. This includes training in media production, editing, and contributing to Wikimedia projects.
- 5. Mobile Access: Focusing on making content accessible via mobile devices, which are often more prevalent in resource-limited settings, to ensure that refugees and local communities can access and contribute to the project.
- 6. Community Building: Encouraging the formation of communities of editors and contributors within refugee settlements and among those interested in the project's goals. This can provide a support network and drive sustained engagement.
- 7. Media Campaigns: Utilizing social media, online campaigns, and other promotional strategies to raise awareness about the project, its importance, and the cultures being documented.
By addressing these challenges and implementing these approaches, the "Celebrating Diversity" project seeks to create a more inclusive and diverse online representation of refugee cultures, preserve cultural heritage, foster cross-cultural understanding, and improve access to cultural knowledge. This can contribute to a more equitable and informed global society and empower refugees and their host communities to share and celebrate their cultural diversity.
- 7. What are the planned activities? (required) Please provide a list of main activities. You can also add a link to the public page for your project where details about your project can be found. Alternatively, you can upload a timeline document. When the activities include partnerships, include details about your partners and planned partnerships.
Based on the challenges and approaches outlined in the "Celebrating Diversity" project, here are some planned activities that align with the objectives:
Content Creation Workshops:
Organize workshops within refugee settlements to teach individuals how to contribute content about their cultures to Wikimedia platforms. Provide guidance on creating articles, uploading images and videos, and using various multimedia formats. Partnership Initiatives:
Establish partnerships with NGOs, cultural organizations, and local governments to facilitate training sessions and provide necessary resources for documenting cultures. Collaborate with partners to promote the project's objectives and garner support for the initiative. Multilingual Content Development:
Encourage contributors to create and translate content into multiple languages to ensure a diverse audience can access and understand the cultural information. Education and Outreach Programs:
Conduct workshops, seminars, and educational programs within refugee settlements to empower individuals with the skills needed for documenting and sharing their cultural heritage. Provide training in media production, editing, and contributing to Wikimedia projects. Mobile Access Optimization:
Ensure that Wikimedia platforms are optimized for mobile access to accommodate the prevalent use of mobile devices in resource-limited settings. Promote the availability of cultural content through mobile-friendly channels. Community Building Activities:
Encourage the formation of local and virtual communities of editors and contributors within refugee settlements. Facilitate online forums and discussions to build a support network and drive sustained engagement. Media Campaigns and Awareness Initiatives:
Utilize social media platforms for online campaigns to raise awareness about the project's importance. Share stories, images, and videos highlighting the cultures being documented to generate interest and support. Monitoring and Evaluation:
Implement a system for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the project in addressing the identified challenges. Collect feedback from the community and participants to make continuous improvements. Cultural Event Documentation:
Encourage contributors to document cultural events and festivals within refugee settlements to showcase the richness of diverse cultural practices. Digital Literacy Programs:
Offer digital literacy programs to ensure that contributors have the necessary skills to navigate and participate effectively in the digital realm. Content Review and Verification:
Establish a process for reviewing and verifying the accuracy of cultural content to maintain the credibility of the project. Public Exhibitions and Events:
Organize public exhibitions or events to showcase the documented cultural content, fostering a greater understanding and appreciation for the diversity within refugee settlements. These planned activities aim to address the challenges and leverage the outlined approaches to fulfill the overarching goals of the "Celebrating Diversity" project. Regular updates, progress reports, and additional details about each activity can be shared on the project's public page or through other communication channels.
- 8. Describe your team. Please provide their roles, Wikimedia Usernames and other details. (required) Include more details of the team, including their roles, usernames, Wikimedia group, and whether they are salaried, volunteers, consultants/contractors, etc. Team members involved in the grant application need to be aware of their involvement in the project.
Likambo isaac Kangu (Team Lead):
Role: Overall leadership and management of the project. Responsibilities: Strategic planning, coordination of team activities, liaising with partners, and ensuring project objectives are met. Wikimedia Username: LikamboisaacK
George Levi (Coordinator and Trainer):
Role: Coordination of on-the-ground activities, including workshops and training sessions. Responsibilities: Developing training programs, organizing events, and facilitating communication between the team and community members. Wikimedia Username: George Levi
Emmanuel Aliyo (Communication and Media Personnel):
Role: Managing communication channels, media outreach, and public relations. Responsibilities: Handling social media accounts, creating promotional materials, and managing external communication to raise awareness about the project. Wikimedia Username: Eawisdon Yesua Aliki (Content Creator and Director):
Role: Leading content creation efforts and overseeing the quality of contributions. Responsibilities: Guiding contributors in content creation, reviewing submissions, and ensuring that cultural content aligns with project goals. Wikimedia Username: YESUA ALIKI
- 9. Who are the target participants and from which community? How will you engage participants before and during the activities? How will you follow up with participants after the activities? (required)
The target participants for the "Celebrating Diversity: Documenting Culture in Refugee Settlements" project are individuals within refugee settlements, representing diverse cultural backgrounds and communities. The goal is to empower them to actively contribute to Wikimedia platforms and share their unique cultural heritage. These participants may include refugees, local community members, and individuals interested in supporting cultural documentation initiatives.
Engagement Before Activities:
Community Needs Assessment:
Conduct surveys or interviews to understand the specific needs, interests, and skills of the target participants within the refugee settlements. Pre-Activity Workshops:
Organize pre-activity workshops or information sessions to introduce the project, its goals, and the benefits of cultural documentation. Address any questions or concerns participants may have and gather initial feedback. Local Community Leaders:
Engage with local community leaders to gain their support and assistance in mobilizing participants. Collaborate with leaders to ensure cultural sensitivity and respect for local customs. Digital Literacy Training:
Offer basic digital literacy training to ensure that participants have the necessary skills to engage in online platforms. Engagement During Activities:
Interactive Workshops:
Conduct interactive workshops with a focus on hands-on activities, encouraging participants to create and contribute content about their cultures. Foster a collaborative environment where participants can share experiences and learn from each other. Multilingual Support:
Provide multilingual support to accommodate participants who may speak different languages. Encourage collaborative content creation in multiple languages to reach a broader audience. Community Building Events:
Organize community-building events, both online and within settlements, to strengthen the sense of belonging and mutual support among participants. Facilitate networking opportunities for participants to connect with each other. Continuous Communication:
Maintain open communication channels throughout the activities, providing regular updates on project progress, achievements, and upcoming events. Utilize various communication tools, including social media, email, and community forums. Follow-up After Activities:
Feedback Sessions:
Conduct feedback sessions after each activity to gather insights from participants. Use feedback to assess the effectiveness of the activities and make improvements for future engagements. Support for Ongoing Contributions:
Provide ongoing support for participants who wish to continue contributing to Wikimedia platforms. Offer resources, training materials, and assistance to address any challenges they may encounter. Recognition and Acknowledgment:
Acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of participants through public recognition, such as featuring their work on project platforms or during community events. Community Surveys:
Periodically conduct community surveys to assess the long-term impact of the project on participants' lives and their communities. Use survey results to inform future project planning and sustainability efforts. Sustained Engagement Strategies:
Implement sustained engagement strategies, such as online forums or community newsletters, to keep participants connected and informed about ongoing project activities. By engaging participants before, during, and after activities, the project aims to create a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters long-term engagement and collaboration within the refugee settlements.
- 10. Does your project involve work with children or youth? (required)
Yes
- 10.1. Please provide a link to your Youth Safety Policy. (required) If the proposal indicates direct contact with children or youth, you are required to outline compliance with international and local laws for working with children and youth, and provide a youth safety policy aligned with these laws. Read more here.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RWsOMnGC1H0tE4uQUF9tomUFjohLnrcFPuUr9Pk4DwM
- 11. How did you discuss the idea of your project with your community members and/or any relevant groups? Please describe steps taken and provide links to any on-wiki community discussion(s) about the proposal. (required) You need to inform the community and/or group, discuss the project with them, and involve them in planning this proposal. You also need to align the activities with other projects happening in the planned area of implementation to ensure collaboration within the community.
We engaged with community leaders and organizations to discuss the "Celebrating Diversity (Documenting Culture in Refugee Settlements)" project. We tailored our presentations to the local context, addressed questions and concerns, and provided examples of successful projects. We encouraged collaboration and partnerships, established an on-wiki community discussion, and facilitated online participation. We documented and summarized community feedback to inform project planning. Through these efforts, we fostered open dialogue and collaboration with our community members, ensuring their meaningful involvement in shaping the project.
- 12. Does your proposal aim to work to bridge any of the content knowledge gaps (Knowledge Inequity)? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)
Cultural background, ethnicity, religion, racial
- 13. Does your proposal include any of these areas or thematic focus? Select one option that most applies to your work. (required)
Culture, heritage or GLAM
- 14. Will your work focus on involving participants from any underrepresented communities? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)
Ethnic/racial/religious or cultural background
- 15. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select one that most applies. (required)
Identify Topics for Impact
Learning and metrics[edit]
- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
Create a Project Introduction Post:
Open a new discussion post on the relevant community forum or mailing list. Provide a clear and concise introduction to your project, including its goals, objectives, and potential impact. Highlight Community Relevance:
Emphasize how the project aligns with the interests and needs of the community. Discuss the potential benefits and contributions that community members can make. Invite Feedback and Suggestions:
Encourage community members to share their thoughts, feedback, and suggestions on the proposed project. Make it clear that their input is valued and will be taken into consideration during the planning phase. Address Concerns:
Be prepared to address any concerns or questions raised by community members. Transparency is key in building trust and collaboration. Provide Detailed Project Plan:
Share a detailed project plan outlining the activities, timeline, and expected outcomes. This helps community members understand the project's scope and how they can participate. Seek Collaborative Opportunities:
Explore potential collaborations with other ongoing projects in the planned area of implementation. Highlight how your project can complement existing initiatives and contribute to a more cohesive community effort. Encourage On-wiki Collaboration:
If applicable, discuss ways in which community members can actively contribute on-wiki. This might include content creation, documentation, or participating in relevant discussions. Use Visuals and Media:
Enhance your communication with visuals, such as infographics or images, to make the project more accessible and engaging. Follow-Up Discussions:
Actively participate in follow-up discussions to address any additional questions or concerns that may arise. Keep the community informed about updates and progress. Document Discussions On-wiki:
Summarize key points from the discussions on-wiki. This serves as a reference for community members who may join the conversation later. Remember to adjust these steps based on the specific communication channels and platforms used by your community. Links to on-wiki discussions can be included in your proposal to provide evidence of community engagement.
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What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
Describe the main things you would like to learn if you achieve the described change? You can describe these in the form of Learning Questions. The data you collect should help answer these questions.
ChatGPT
In the context of the "Celebrating Diversity: Documenting Culture in Refugee Settlements" project, several key learning questions may be identified to assess the impact and effectiveness of the initiative. Here are some potential learning questions:
Engagement and Participation:
What is the level of engagement and participation from the refugee and local communities in documenting their cultures on Wikimedia platforms? Are there specific factors that influence or hinder community members' active participation? Content Quality and Diversity:
To what extent does the project contribute to the creation of high-quality, diverse, and culturally rich content on Wikimedia platforms? How well does the content represent the varied cultural backgrounds within the refugee settlements? Cross-Cultural Understanding:
To what extent does the project contribute to cross-cultural understanding and empathy among global audiences? Are there observable changes in attitudes and perceptions towards refugee communities as a result of the project? Accessibility and Inclusivity:
How accessible is the cultural content created through the project, particularly for individuals with limited internet access or using mobile devices? In what ways does the project ensure inclusivity, considering linguistic, technological, and other barriers? Impact on Participants:
What impact does active participation in the project have on the well-being and empowerment of individuals within the refugee and local communities? Are there observable changes in participants' confidence, skills, or sense of cultural identity? Community Building and Collaboration:
To what extent does the project contribute to the formation of collaborative communities within and beyond the refugee settlements? How do partnerships with NGOs, cultural organizations, and local governments enhance the collaborative aspect of the project? Awareness and Advocacy:
How successful are the media campaigns and outreach efforts in raising awareness about the importance of cultural diversity and the project itself? Can the project serve as a model for similar initiatives in other regions or contexts? Adherence to Policies:
To what extent does the project adhere to the Youth Safety Policy, ensuring the safety and well-being of young individuals participating in the activities? How effectively are the Code of Conduct and safety measures implemented throughout the project? Sustainability and Future Planning:
What lessons can be learned about the sustainability of similar projects in refugee or marginalized communities? How can the project be adapted or scaled for future implementations in different contexts? Feedback Mechanisms:
How effective are the feedback mechanisms in place for reporting concerns related to youth safety, well-being, or project activities? What adjustments can be made based on feedback to improve the project's impact and inclusivity?
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 60 | who shall be the target participants for the "Celebrating Diversity (Documenting Culture in Refugee Settlements)" project are members of Refugee Community's diverse Refugees and ethnic groups, particularly focusing on those at risk of losing their cultural knowledge and traditions. This includes representatives from all the refugee settlements. |
| Number of editors | 20 | these shall be the continuing members of the Refugee Wikimedia community and some storytellers |
| Number of organizers | 5 | Project Manager:
Responsible for overall project coordination, planning, and management. Ensures the project stays on track, meets objectives, and maintains communication with team members and stakeholders. Researcher: Conducts in-depth research on various refugee communities, identifying groups in need of documentation. Assists in gathering background information and historical context for the project. Community Engagement Coordinator: Engages with refugee communities, cultural organizations, and community leaders to build relationships and gain support for the project. Facilitates community meetings, workshops, and consultations. Fieldwork Team: Comprised of field researchers, interviewers, and photographers/videographers. Collects oral histories, conducts interviews, records performances, and captures photographs/videos during field visits to refugee communities. Multimedia Editors: Skilled in audio and video editing software to process and enhance the collected multimedia content. Ensures the quality and clarity of audio and video recordings. Archivist and Metadata Specialist: Organizes and catalogs the collected multimedia content. Adds metadata, descriptions, and tags to facilitate efficient search and navigation within the digital archive. Wikimedia Commons Trainer: Manages the uploading and sharing of multimedia content on Wikimedia Commons. Ensures compliance with Wikimedia Commons guidelines and licensing requirements. Provides ongoing support and maintenance of the project's presence on Wikimedia Commons. |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 100 |
| Wikimedia Commons | 100 |
| Wikidata | 150 |
| Wiktionary | |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | |
| Translatewiki | |
| MediaWiki | |
| Wikiquote | |
| Wikivoyage | |
| Wikibooks | |
| Wikiversity | |
| Wikinews | |
| Wikispecies | |
| Wikifunctions or Abstract Wikipedia |
- Optional description for content contributions.
We shall mainly be uploading the multimedia files on commons whilst using some on Wikipedia and wikidata
- 19. Do you have any other project targets in numbers (metrics)? (optional)
No
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| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A |
- 20. What tools would you use to measure each metrics? Please refer to the guide for a list of tools. You can also write that you are not sure and need support. (required)
Dash Board
Financial proposal[edit]
- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DOLK39hP7jsTD1YVWHKeeN6PcarhGL3juNyGyE6gM-k
- 22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)
16750401 UGX
- 22.2. Convert the amount requested into USD using the Oanda converter. This is done only to help you assess the USD equivalent of the requested amount. Your request should be between 500 - 5,000 USD.
4464 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
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