Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Oral and Visual Documentation of Cultural Festivals in South West, Nigeria (ID: 23080558)
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Applicant Details
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Ogundele1
- Organization
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Main Proposal
[edit]- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
Oral and Visual Documentation of Cultural Festivals in South West, Nigeria
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2025-07-04 - 2026-01-31
- 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)
Not applicable
- 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)
Cultural festivals documentation are essential in preserving the cultural and historical values and beliefs of a group of people. Southwest Nigeria is home to a variety of ethnic groups despite all being Yorubas. The region consists of 6 states, each with its unique cultural practices, festivals, and traditions. Each of these states has a number of cultural festivals that are not well represented and properly preserved on Wikipedia. One of the primary changes that this documentation will bring about is the inclusion of underrepresented and often marginalized narratives of the heritage centres and festivals that are not widely recognized and lack comprehensive information on Wikipedia and its sister projects.
The incorporation of multimedia elements, photographs, videos, and oral histories related to these festivals will enrich Wikipedia content further. Visual representations will capture the vibrant colors, intricate attire, and dynamic performances associated with these celebrations. The process of documenting these cultural festivals aspects will be done to promote collaboration within local communities. Involving local historians, cultural practitioners, and educators. This, in turn, will encourage them to contribute their knowledge to Wikipedia.
Main Approaches:
1. Fieldwork and Community Engagement: The project will actively engage with representatives from different tribes and ethnic groups, building trust and rapport within the communities. This approach ensures the collection of accurate and comprehensive oral histories directly from the source.
2. Multimedia Documentation: Audio and video recording will be used to capture the oral traditions, storytelling sessions, songs, dances, rituals, and other cultural practices of the festivals.
3. Digital Archiving and Wikimedia Commons: The collected multimedia content will be systematically organized and uploaded to Wikimedia Commons, and will be used on appropriate articles on Wikipedia articles. This approach ensures that the resources are freely available and easily discoverable by a global audience.
4. Collaboration and Partnerships: Collaborating with local cultural organizations, will foster partnerships and ensure the project's sustainability. The involvement of various stakeholders will also enrich the documentation process and promote local knowledge sharing.
Existing articles of these festivals will be improved. The project will include a one-on-one interaction with individuals who are key to each of the festivals and cultural heritages so that the historical significance, rituals, and cultural impact of the festivals can be preserved and honored; this will be part of the visual documentation. Which will contribute to a more balanced and equitable representation of global cultures.
The documentation of these festivals will facilitate the sharing of knowledge regarding traditional practices and values, which are often integral to community identity. As information is added about the significance of certain festivals, the meanings of rituals, and the roles of various participants. It will not only educate users about the rich cultural festivals of the Yoruba culture but also foster appreciation and understanding among those from different backgrounds.
This project will enhance the diversity of content, preserving underrepresented narratives, fostering cross-cultural understanding, and promoting community engagement. This initiative not only enriches the global knowledge base but also affirms and celebrates the uniqueness of Nigerian culture, ensuring that future generations can access and appreciate their cultural inheritance. Documenting these elements not only contributes to the preservation of cultural diversity but also enhances educational resources available to a global audience.
The proposed unrepresented festivals are 1. Oloojo Festival, Ile Ife, Osun State https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olojo_festival 2. Sango Festival, Oyo, Oyo State https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sango_Festival 3. Kayo-Kayo Festival, Epe, Lagos State https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kayo-Kayo_Festival 4. Ojude Oba Festival, Ijebu Ode, Ogun State https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ojude_Oba_festival 5. Igogo Festival, Owo, Ondo State https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Igogo_festival 6. Udiroko Festival, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State [No wikipedia Article - to be created]
By implementing the approaches above, the project will bring about positive change by preserving the oral histories of the festivals and cultural heritages. It strives to overcome the challenges of cultural knowledge loss, limited documentation, and lack of accessible resources, ensuring the preservation and celebration of the diverse cultural heritage and festivals in the Southwest region of Nigeria.
- 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.
1. Research and Planning:
- Identifying a festival in each state in the Southwest region that is under represented
- Identify community leader or group of the identified festival who will provide guidance and support
2. Fieldwork and Documentation:
- Conduct photo walk of the festival. - Engage with community members and leaders to collect oral histories, traditional narratives, folktales, and rituals of the festival. - Utilize high-quality audio and video recording equipment to capture interviews, storytelling sessions, and performances.
3. Multimedia Production and Archiving:
- Process and edit the collected photos and videos recordings to ensure quality and clarity. - Organize and catalog the multimedia content according to states.
4. Wikimedia Commons Upload and Documentation:
- Create accounts and establish a project presence on Wikimedia Commons. - Upload the curated multimedia content to Wikimedia Commons, adhering to the platform's guidelines and licensing requirements. - Tag and categorize the uploaded content appropriately to ensure easy discoverability and accessibility.
4. Using Collected Medias on Wikipedia:
- Using the uploaded medias on appropriate Wikipedia articles
- 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.
User: Ogundele1 - Project Lead As an experienced Wikipedia project organizer who has led a series of Wikipedia projects, I will be leading this project. My roles will include, but not be limited to, being responsible for overall project coordination, planning, and management. Ensures the project stays on track, meets objectives, and maintains communication with team members and stakeholders. I will equally lead the uploading and sharing of multimedia content on Wikimedia Commons, ensuring compliance with Wikimedia Commons guidelines and licensing requirements.
User: Abiolakintrunde - Communication Expert
He will develop a strategic communication plan that outlines the objectives, target audiences, key messages, and communication channels for the project. This plan ensures that all stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle, facilitating effective information flow and alignment with the project's goals. He will use his expertise to create clear, concise, and compelling content tailored to various audiences, writing press releases, reports, newsletters on diff, and social media updates to inform and educate stakeholders about the project's progress and outcomes.
User: Otim75 - Logistics Manager Will be responsible for coordinating all field operations related to the documentation project. This includes planning travel itineraries, arranging transportation for team members to various festival sites and heritage centers, and managing equipment logistics for recording oral histories, such as audio and video recording devices.
User:Abisoye81 - Media Team Lead
Will be responsible for setting the creative direction of the visual content. This involves conceptualizing and planning the types of photos and videos needed to effectively document the project’s goals, messages, and narratives. He will manage the technical aspects of photography and videography during the documentation process, overseeing equipment setup, ensuring proper lighting and sound conditions, and coordinating the shooting schedule to ensure a good outcome of the media for uploading.
- 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)
We are targeting working with community leaders and members, stakeholders, and government officials.
- 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.
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- 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 government officials, community leaders, and organizations to discuss the project in the affected states. We tailored our presentations to the local context, addressed questions and concerns, and provided examples of successful projects. We encouraged collaboration and partnerships and established an on-wiki community discussion. We documented and summarized community feedback to inform project planning. Through these efforts, we fostered open dialogue and collaboration with the community's 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)
Geographic
- 15. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select one that most applies. (required)
Innovate in Free Knowledge
Learning and metrics
[edit]- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
1. What are the key challenges and threats to the preservation of cultural festivals in Nigeria and Africa at large? 2. How can audiovisual documentation contribute to the preservation and revitalization of cultures? 3. How are the dynamics and knowledge of the festivals being transferred among generations? 4. How can the documentation of histories contribute to cultural pride, identity, and community resilience? 5. How can the collected oral histories be utilized to develop educational resources?
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
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| Number of participants | 10 | |
| Number of editors | 10 | |
| Number of organizers | 5 |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
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| Wikipedia | 6 |
| Wikimedia Commons | 150 |
| Wikidata | 6 |
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- Optional description for content contributions.
We shall mainly be uploading the multimedia files on Commons and using them on their respective Wikipedia articles and Wikidata items to improve them.
- 19. Do you have any other project targets in numbers (metrics)? (optional)
No
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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)
Wikimedia event outreach dashboard
Financial proposal
[edit]- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vnbmSwvuGjH41tTHNOeL7BTwhtGSpwrMHknMoHsADVQ/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)
5100000 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.
3178.86 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
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