Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Focusing on Women in Arts and Feminism (ID: 22808241)
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Applicant Details
[edit]- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
A'isha A Ibrahim
- Organization
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- 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)
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Main Proposal
[edit]- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
Focusing on Women in Arts and Feminism
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2024-12-01 - 2024-12-31
- 4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
Nigeria
- 5. Are your activities part of a Wikimedia movement campaign, project, or event? If so, please select the relevant project or campaign. (required)
Art+Feminism
- 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 Change The following is the change we are trying to bring in this project: In this project we aim to enhance the representation of women in arts and feminism on Wikipedia and other Wikimedia project. This change focuses on increasing the quantity and quality of content about women artists, feminist movements, and notable female figures whose contributions have been historically underrepresented or overlooked. By doing so, the project seeks to close the gender content gap on Wikimedia, ensuring that women’s achievements in these fields are visible and accessible to a global audience.
The Main Challenges The following are the three main challenges we are trying to solve if it has been funded:
- Content Gender Gap: There is a significant imbalance in the representation of women on Wikimedia projects especially in Hausa Wikimedia, especially in topics related to arts and feminism. Many notable women and their contributions remain undocumented or inadequately covered.
- Underrepresentation of Female Editors: Women are underrepresented as contributors to Wikimedia projects, which often leads to content biases and a lack of diverse perspectives. This underrepresentation contributes to the ongoing gender content gap.
- Lack of Accessible Information: Reliable and detailed information about women in arts and feminism is often hard to find or scattered across non-digital sources, making it difficult for contributors to create comprehensive articles.
Approaches To Achieve The Change The following are the descriptions of four approaches which will be used to achieve this change:
- Organizing Edit-a-thons and Workshops: The project will conduct a series of three days of edit-a-thons and workshops that focus on training participants, especially women, in editing and contributing to Wikimedia projects. These sessions will provide hands-on experience in creating and expanding articles on women in arts and feminism.
- Building a Supportive Community: The project will create a welcoming environment for new and existing editors by fostering a supportive community where participants can share knowledge, collaborate, and encourage each other in their editing efforts.
- Providing Resources and Training: To overcome the challenge of information scarcity, the project will curate resources, including books, reliable online sources, and expert talks, to help participants find and use accurate information about women in arts and feminism.
- Raising Awareness and Advocacy: The project will also involve outreach activities to raise awareness about the importance of documenting women’s contributions on Wikimedia projects. This includes engaging with educational institutions, cultural organizations, and local communities to highlight the value of this work.
Through these approaches, the project aims to empower more women to participate in Wikimedia projects, enrich the content available, and ultimately reduce the gender content gap on these projects.
- 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.
Planned Activities The planned activities for this project will take place over three days. The first two days will be for physical events and the last day will be for online event.
Day 1: Introductory Workshop & Training (Physical Event)
Morning Session
- Introduction to Wikimedia: A brief presentation on the goals of Wikimedia projects, focusing on the gender content gap and the importance of documenting women in arts and feminism.
- Wikipedia Editing Tutorial: Hands-on training covering Wikipedia’s editing interface, article creation, and citation guidelines.
- Guest Speaker: Invite a local expert on women’s history or a representative from the arts community to speak about the importance of documenting women’s contributions in these fields.
Afternoon Session
- Practical Editing Session: Participants will begin creating or editing articles related to women in arts and feminism, with facilitators offering support.
- Q&A and Troubleshooting: Address any challenges participants face, ensuring they feel confident in their editing abilities.
Day 2: Edit-a-thon (Physical Event)
Morning Session
- Edit-a-thon Kick-off: Participants are divided into groups, each tasked with creating or improving articles on specific women in arts or feminist movements.
- Resource Support: Provide access to curated resources such as books, journal articles, and websites to aid in content creation.
Afternoon Session
- Continued Editing: Participants continue to edit their assigned articles with support from facilitators.
- Article Review: Facilitators and experienced editors will review contributions to ensure accuracy, neutrality, and proper sourcing.
- Impact Sharing: Participants share their progress and experiences. This session will emphasize the impact of their contributions on closing the gender content gap.
Day 3: Online Follow-up and Community Engagement (Online Event)
Morning Session
- Online Follow-up Event: Host an online session where participants can share their challenges, ask questions, and receive feedback on their ongoing editing projects.
- Mentorship Program: Pair participants with experienced editors for long-term mentorship and guidance. This program will ensure sustained engagement beyond the event.
Afternoon Session
- Community Building and Networking: Create an online community group (e.g., on Telegram, WhatsApp, or Facebook) where participants can continue collaborating, share new articles, and seek advice.
- Next Steps: Discuss opportunities for participants to stay engaged, including participating in future Wikimedia campaigns (e.g., Women's Month and International Women's Day ).
- 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.
Team Descriptions The project team consists of experienced Wikimedians and dedicated volunteers, each playing a crucial role in ensuring the success of the event. Below are the roles and details of each team member:
A'isha A Ibrahim (Organizer) – I'm responsible for the overall coordination of the project, managing logistics, mentoring and communication with participants. I will oversee the smooth execution of the events, including organizing the venue, materials, and resources. I'm a volunteer and an active Wikimedia editor.
A Salisu (Female Facilitator) – She will assist with facilitating the workshops and edit-a-thons, guiding participants in using Wikimedia editing tools and policies. In addition, she will support logistical aspects, such as setting up the event space and ensuring participants have access to resources. She is a volunteer and part of the Wikimedia community.
Sirjat (Female Facilitator) – She will focus on training participants during the workshops and edit-a-thons, providing hands-on support for article creation and improvement. She will help monitor the progress of participants and review their contributions. She will also assist with organizing refreshments and maintaining the event schedule. She is a dedicated volunteer.
Hauwau sulaiman (Female Facilitator) – She will provide mentorship to participants, helping them navigate challenges during the edit-a-thons. She will also assist with quality control by reviewing articles for accuracy and ensuring adherence to Wikipedia’s standards. In addition, she will help with distributing food and refreshments and ensuring participants are comfortable throughout the events. She is a volunteer Wikimedian.
A Sulaiman Z (Facilitator) – He will offer technical support during the events, assisting participants with Wikimedia tools, including content creation and sourcing. He will ensure all participants have the necessary technical assistance to succeed. He will also be involved in the logistical setup and distribution of refreshments. He is a volunteer on this project.
- 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 project targets participants from the arts and feminist communities, including students, educators, and young professionals, with a particular focus on women. We will engage participants before the event through targeted outreach, social media, and by providing introductory materials and tutorials to familiarize them with Wikimedia projects.
During the activities, hands-on workshops, collaborative edit-a-thons, and interactive group sessions will encourage active participation. Facilitators will provide continuous guidance and support throughout, ensuring participants stay engaged and motivated.
After the events, we will follow up by creating an online community group where participants can receive ongoing support and mentorship. This platform will help address any challenges they face and encourage them to continue contributing to Wikimedia projects. We will also invite participants to join future Wikimedia campaigns and local Wikimedia groups to maintain long-term involvement.
- 10. Does your project involve work with children or youth? (required)
No
- 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.
N/A
- 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.
The project idea was thoroughly discussed with community members and relevant groups through both online and offline channels. We engaged with members of the local Wikimedia community, particularly those involved in gender equity projects such as Wiki Loves Women and Art+Feminism, to ensure that the project aligns with ongoing initiatives. Meetings were held with local Wikimedia user groups and representatives from educational institutions to gather input, refine the proposal, and ensure that the activities would meet the needs of the target audience. Additionally, we hosted discussions on relevant Wikimedia projects, such as on-wiki village pumps and mailing lists, to gather feedback and suggestions from the broader community. This helped to identify potential collaborators and ensure the project integrates smoothly with existing campaigns in the region.
I usually share my experience with my community through the following ways: Hausa Wikimedians User Group Discussion page Hausa Wikimedians User Group Discussion page and Hausa Wikimedians User Group WhatsApp Group . These discussions helped us shape the project to align with the community’s interests and needs, and we are working closely with key community members to plan and implement the activities.
- 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)
Content Gender gap
- 13. Does your proposal include any of these areas or thematic focus? Select one option that most applies to your work. (required)
Gender and diversity
- 14. Will your work focus on involving participants from any underrepresented communities? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)
Gender Identity
- 15. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select one that most applies. (required)
Ensure Equity in Decision-making
Learning and metrics
[edit]- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
Through this project, we aim to gather insights into several key areas of community engagement, content creation, and participant retention. Our learning goals focus on understanding the effectiveness of our approaches in improving gender representation on Wikimedia projects, particularly regarding women in arts and feminism.
Here are some of the main learning questions we hope to address:
- We want to understand how well our training methods equip participants with the skills needed to create and edit Wikipedia articles, especially regarding underrepresented topics.
- We aim to learn what factors encourage participants to stay engaged with Wikimedia long-term, and whether follow-up efforts, such as online mentorship, improve retention rates.
- We will evaluate the role of partnerships in helping to attract a diverse group of participants and whether these collaborations strengthen the project’s overall impact.
- We want to identify common barriers participants encounter when editing articles about women and feminism, and determine the best strategies to overcome these challenges.
By collecting data on these learning questions, we will be better equipped to improve future projects and contribute valuable insights to the Wikimedia community about effectively closing the gender gap on Wikipedia.
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 40 | |
| Number of editors | 30 | |
| Number of organizers | 5 |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 200 |
| Wikimedia Commons | 50 |
| Wikidata | 50 |
| Wiktionary | 50 |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | |
| Translatewiki | |
| MediaWiki | |
| Wikiquote | 50 |
| Wikivoyage | |
| Wikibooks | |
| Wikiversity | |
| Wikinews | |
| Wikispecies | |
| Wikifunctions or Abstract Wikipedia |
- Optional description for content contributions.
N/A
- 19. Do you have any other project targets in numbers (metrics)? (optional)
No
| Main Open Metrics | Description | Target |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A |
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- 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)
I will use WMF outreach dashboard tools to measure each metric.
Financial proposal
[edit]- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
- 22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)
1755500 NGN
- 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.
1072.4 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
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- Analysing if the proposal is coherent in terms of the objectives, strategies, budget, and expected results (metrics).