Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Kiwix 4 Schools in South Sudan 2023 (ID: 22192701)
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Applicant Details[edit]
- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
Lomoraronad
- Organization
Wikimedia community South Sudan
- 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)
I'm a group leader of an informal Wikimedia group.
- Describe all relevant roles with the name of the group or organization and description of the role. (required)
Team Leader; Romeo Ronald Lomora Lead Trainer; George Levi Finance/ Admin: Florence dusman Diapora Cordinator: Likambu Kangu Volunteer lead: Woja Emmanuel Admin assistant; Wani Yusif
Main Proposal[edit]
- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
Kiwix 4 Schools in South Sudan 2023
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2023-08-30 - 2023-09-30
- 4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
South Sudan
- 5. Are your activities part of a Wikimedia movement campaign, project, or event? If so, please select the relevant project or campaign. (required)
Other (please specify) Kiwix4 Schools
- 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 we are trying to bring through the implementation of a Kiwix for Schools project is improved access to quality educational content for schools, particularly in areas with limited internet connectivity. The main challenges or problems I aim to solve include:
- 1. Limited Internet Infrastructure: Many schools, especially in underserved areas, face challenges of unreliable or no internet connectivity. This restricts students and teachers from accessing online educational resources.
- 2. High Data Costs: Even in areas with internet access, high data costs can be prohibitive for schools with limited budgets. This limits their ability to provide students with comprehensive and up-to-date educational content.
- 3. Digital Divide: Access to digital resources is unequal, exacerbating the educational gap between well-connected and underserved communities. This disparity hinders educational opportunities for students in remote or disadvantaged areas.
To address these challenges, the main approaches to achieve the desired change are:
- 1. Offline Access to Educational Content: Implementing Kiwix, an offline solution, enables schools to download and store educational content libraries locally, overcoming the limitations of internet access.
- 2. Comprehensive Content Selection: Collaborating with educators, curriculum specialists, and local stakeholders to curate and tailor educational content relevant to the local context, aligning it with the school curriculum.
- 3. Technical Setup and Training: Providing technical support and training to schools to install and configure Kiwix, effectively utilize the software, and maximize the benefits of offline educational resources.
- 4. Sustainability and Maintenance: Establishing a plan for content updates, technical maintenance, and ongoing support to ensure the longevity and success of the Kiwix for Schools project.
By implementing Kiwix for Schools, we aim to bridge the digital divide, empower teachers and students with access to quality educational materials, and promote equitable learning opportunities in areas with limited internet connectivity.
- 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.
Timeline for Kiwix Implementation Plan in South Sudan:
Week 1:
- Conduct needs assessment and identify schools with limited internet connectivity.
- Engage with local education authorities and stakeholders to understand specific requirements and challenges.
- Initiate partnerships with relevant organizations.
week 1:
- Curate and localize educational content aligned with the South Sudanese curriculum.
- Collaborate with educators and subject matter experts to ensure content relevance.
- Begin hardware and infrastructure assessment for selected schools.
Week 2:
- Provide training sessions for school administrators, teachers, and IT staff on Kiwix installation and setup.
- Identify schools in need of hardware upgrades or additional infrastructure.
- Seek funding opportunities for hardware provision.
Week 3:
- Distribute Kiwix software and content libraries to selected schools.
- Conduct installation sessions and provide technical support.
- Begin monitoring and evaluation process.
Week 4:
- Monitor usage of Kiwix in schools and collect feedback from teachers and students.
- Address technical challenges and provide ongoing support.
- Document success stories and impact achieved.
Week 4:
- Assess the need for content updates and maintain relevance of educational resources.
- Explore opportunities for expanding the Kiwix implementation to additional schools or regions.
- Continue collaboration with local partners and Wikimedia Foundation.
Week 5:
- Evaluate the overall effectiveness and impact of the Kiwix implementation.
- Finalize documentation of the project, including progress reports and lessons learned.
- Prepare for project dissemination and sharing of outcomes.
- 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.
Project Manager: (Wani Yusif)Oversees the overall planning, coordination, and execution of the project. They ensure that project goals are met, timelines are followed, and resources are managed effectively.
Technical Lead: (Arop Mathew) Responsible for the technical aspects of the project, including the installation and configuration of Kiwix, hardware setup, and addressing any technical challenges that may arise.
Training Facilitator: (Romeo Ronald Lomora, ) Conduct training sessions for school administrators, teachers, and IT staff on Kiwix installation, usage, and maintenance. They ensure that participants have a clear understanding of the software and can effectively utilize it he will also double as the Content Curator: Working closely with educators and subject matter experts to curate and select educational content relevant to the South Sudanese curriculum. They ensure that the content is appropriate, up to date, and aligns with the project objectives.
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist: (Dusman Florence) Develops and implements a monitoring and evaluation framework to assess the impact of the Kiwix implementation. They collect feedback from teachers and students, analyze data, and provide insights for project improvement.
- 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 our Kiwix implementation project in South Sudan are students, teachers, and school administrators in schools facing limited internet connectivity. for example Juba Day Primary School and Excel International Academy, We aim to engage the local educational community, including educational institutions, education authorities, and other relevant stakeholders.
Engaging Participants Before and During Activities:
- 1. Pre-Activity Engagement: We shall;
- Collaborate with local education authorities and community leaders to raise awareness about the Kiwix project and its benefits. - Conduct information sessions and workshops for teachers and school administrators to introduce Kiwix, highlighting its features and potential impact on improving educational access. - Utilize diverse communication channels such as social media, community meetings, and local radio to disseminate information and encourage participation.
- 2. During Activity Engagement: We shall;
- Organize interactive training sessions for teachers and IT staff, ensuring their active involvement and understanding of Kiwix installation, content management, and usage. - Facilitate workshops and demonstrations for students, showcasing the benefits and functionalities of Kiwix to support their learning and self-study. - Foster dialogue and feedback sessions during the training activities to address questions, concerns, and gather valuable insights from the participants.
Following Up with Participants after the Activities:
- 1. Post-Activity Evaluation: We shall;
- Conduct surveys or interviews to collect feedback from participants about their experiences with Kiwix, including its impact on teaching or learning, and any suggestions for improvement. - Evaluate the effectiveness of the training sessions and identify areas where additional support or capacity building may be needed.
- 2. Ongoing Support and Engagement:
- We shall establish communication channels such as email, social media groups, or online forums to provide continuous support to participants, addressing their technical or content-related queries. - We shall share success stories and best practices from schools involved in the project to inspire and motivate others in the community. - We shall collaborate with local education authorities to organize follow-up meetings or workshops, assessing the long-term impact of Kiwix on educational outcomes and exploring opportunities for scaling the project.
- 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/1yLZPJ_cK4cIiL1lBtaOFdpGFHJXmVAa1IJCMEmALVRo/edit?usp=sharing
- 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.
After training of Kiwix that was offered to us by the Open Foundation Africa, we had a meeting with the team and were able to pass the information of a need for a project of this kind to be implemented in the country, with the current costs in internet and internet unavailability we see kiwix as a very easy way to aware people of Wikimedia projects but also use it to improve our education, on several meetings we have come together to apply to the foundation as a group
- 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)
Education
- 14. Will your work focus on involving participants from any underrepresented communities? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)
Digital Access
- 15. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select one that most applies. (required)
Improve User Experience
Learning and metrics[edit]
- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
- 1. Learning Question 1: What is the impact of Kiwix implementation on access to quality educational content in schools with limited internet connectivity?
- This question aims to assess whether the introduction of Kiwix has effectively addressed the challenge of accessing educational content in areas with limited internet access.
- 2. Learning Question 2: How does the use of Kiwix contribute to improving student engagement and learning outcomes?
- This question focuses on understanding the impact of Kiwix on student engagement, motivation, and academic performance, and whether it has enhanced the learning experience.
- 3. Learning Question 3: What are the challenges and opportunities encountered during the implementation of Kiwix in South Sudanese schools?
- This question aims to identify the specific challenges faced during the implementation process and uncover potential opportunities for improvement and scalability.
- 4. Learning Question 4: How effective are the training and capacity-building efforts in enabling teachers and administrators to utilize Kiwix effectively?
- This question focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of the training sessions and the level of capacity-building provided to teachers and administrators, ensuring they can effectively integrate Kiwix into their teaching practices.
- 5. Learning Question 5: What are the sustainability prospects of the Kiwix implementation in South Sudan?
- This question explores the potential for long-term sustainability of the project, including factors such as maintenance, content updates, community engagement, and scalability.
By collecting data and evaluating the project against these learning questions, we can gain valuable insights into the effectiveness, challenges, and opportunities associated with implementing Kiwix in South Sudan. This knowledge will inform future decision-making, project improvements, and the potential for replication or expansion of similar initiatives in other regions.
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 100 | The participants of the Kiwix implementation program in South Sudan can be divided into three main categories: students, teachers, and school administrators. Each group plays a crucial role in the successful adoption and utilization of Kiwix in the educational context. |
| Number of editors | 30 | These shall be from the Wikimedia community user group |
| Number of organizers | 4 | Project Manager: (Wani Yusif)Oversees the overall planning, coordination, and execution of the project. They ensure that project goals are met, timelines are followed, and resources are managed effectively.
Technical Lead: (Arop Mathew) Responsible for the technical aspects of the project, including the installation and configuration of Kiwix, hardware setup, and addressing any technical challenges that may arise.
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| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 30 |
| Wikimedia Commons | |
| Wikidata | |
| Wiktionary | 30 |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | |
| Translatewiki | |
| MediaWiki | |
| Wikiquote | |
| Wikivoyage | |
| Wikibooks | |
| Wikiversity | |
| Wikinews | |
| Wikispecies |
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 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/1PtMqSg-vLPwFVS1kkPZ8z0e_54Mj6YProvuDZcaw5zQ/edit?usp=sharing
- 22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)
4950000 SSP
- 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.
4950 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
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