Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Panorama Digital Photography For Essential Inclusion Worth Encyclopedic (ID: 22755015)/Final Report
Application type: Standard application
Part 1: Project and impact
1. Describe the implemented activities and results achieved. Additionally, share which approaches were most effective in supporting you to achieve the results. (required)
Firstly, we held an online meets ups twice. one between editors where we have the presence of ten (10) editors. we discussed the program and the second one with the new and old participants where a total number of eight (8) Participants attended. the editors and the participants understand the project and appreciate it. the project was a successful one, the participants came to know and be familiar with the project before the main event. the approach that help most in achieving this, is that after the online meet up , the participants practice the panoramic photo on their own before the main event. Secondly, the main event take place at The Nexus, total number of 20 people attended the main event. it was also a successful one, lectures were held by the facilitators and practical by the participants. The most effective approach that helps in this achievement is the online meet ups that was held before the main event.
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
this is the link of the online meet up https://meet.google.com/jaj-mdnn-cir
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
The lecturers pass the lecture physically and virtually
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 | Not applicable |
| B. Create a more inclusive and connected culture in our community | Agree |
| C. Develop content about underrepresented topics/groups | Not applicable |
| D. Develop content from underrepresented perspectives | Not applicable |
| 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 | Agree |
| F. Other (optional) |
Part 2: Learning
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: At the end of the program, we hoped to see that most Nigerian-related articles included panoramic images, as well as that Wikimedians learned how to capture panorama images, upload them, and use them on Nigerian-related pages. Also we wanted to see that the below articles possessed panorama images.https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Nigerian_Panorama_Images_Photowalking_Articles
During the implementation of our project, we gained several key insights from our learning questions.
1. Increase in Panoramic Images on Nigerian-related Articles We observed a significant improvement in the number of Nigerian-related articles that now include panoramic images. However, challenges such as the availability of high-quality cameras and technical knowledge among contributors slightly limited the pace of progress.
2. Skill Development in Capturing and Uploading Panoramas
Wikimedians actively engaged in learning how to capture, edit, and upload panoramic images. Many participants who initially had little to no experience in this area successfully contributed high-quality images to Wikimedia Commons. Hands-on training sessions proved to be the most effective learning approach.
3. Application of Panorama Images to Specific Articles
While we were able to apply panoramic images to several targeted articles, we noticed that some important locations still lack proper visual representation. This highlights the need for continuous engagement and expansion of the project to cover more Nigerian cultural and historical sites.
Future Applications
These learnings will shape future projects in several ways:
We will explore partnerships with photography communities and institutions to provide better equipment and training for Wikimedians.
We plan to develop more structured guides and tutorials on panoramic photography and its relevance to Wikimedia.
Based on the success of this initiative, we will consider expanding the scope to include other media forms like 360-degree images and videos to enhance Nigerian-related articles further.
Overall, the project has demonstrated the potential of visual content in enriching Wikipedia articles and has set the stage for future efforts to improve digital representation of Nigeria's heritage.
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)
During the implementation of our activities, we encountered both positive and challenging surprises that shaped our approach and future planning.
Positive Surprises
1. High Enthusiasm and Participation We were pleasantly surprised by the level of interest and engagement from participants. Many Wikimedians, even those with little prior photography experience, were eager to learn and contribute. This reinforced the idea that hands-on, practical training is highly effective in skill development.
2. Discovery of Unique Panoramic Image Locations
Some contributors went beyond our initial list of target locations and captured panoramic images of less-documented but culturally significant sites. This expanded the project's impact and demonstrated the potential for ongoing documentation efforts.
Challenges and Lessons Learned
1. Technical Difficulties and Equipment Limitations Some participants struggled with capturing high-quality panoramic images due to limitations in camera equipment and smartphone capabilities. We learned that future projects should include recommendations for affordable but effective tools, as well as training on software that can enhance image quality.
2. Slow Adoption of Panoramic Image Usage on Wikipedia
While many participants successfully uploaded images to Wikimedia Commons, integrating them into Wikipedia articles proved slower than expected. Some editors were hesitant due to formatting challenges or concerns about relevance. This highlighted the need for more awareness and training on effectively adding images to articles.
3. Weather and Environmental Constraints
Outdoor photography was sometimes affected by poor weather conditions, limiting the ability to capture clear panoramic images. This taught us the importance of planning flexible timelines to accommodate such unpredictable factors.
Key Takeaways for the Future
Providing access to better equipment or guiding participants on optimizing existing devices can improve image quality.
More training should be dedicated to the proper integration of images into Wikipedia articles.
Future projects should encourage contributors to explore and document underrepresented locations, further enriching Wikimedia content.
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)
Plan for Sharing Project Learnings and Results
To ensure that our project learnings and results reach a wider audience within the Wikimedia community and beyond, we have developed a multi-faceted dissemination strategy:
1. Wikimedia Platforms and Documentation
We will create a detailed report summarizing key insights, challenges, and outcomes, which will be published on Wikimedia Commons, Meta-Wiki, and the local user group pages.
A learning-focused blog post will be shared on Diff (Wikimedia’s community blog) to highlight best practices and key takeaways from our project.
We will contribute to relevant discussions on Wikimedia mailing lists and forums, sharing our experiences and inviting feedback from the global community.
2. Community Engagement and Events
We plan to organize an online or in-person meetup where project participants can share their experiences and showcase the images they contributed.
Our team will present our findings at Wikimedia community events, such as Wikimania, regional conferences, and local meetups, to encourage similar initiatives in other regions.
3. Social Media and Outreach
We will utilize social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Telegram, and WhatsApp groups) to share key results, impactful images, and participant testimonials.
Short video tutorials and infographics summarizing our findings will be shared to make the learning process accessible to a broader audience.
4. Training and Capacity Building
We aim to develop a step-by-step guide on capturing and uploading panoramic images, which can serve as a reference for future projects.
We will mentor interested community members who want to replicate the project in their respective regions, fostering sustainability and continuity.
By implementing these strategies, we hope to amplify the impact of our project and inspire more Wikimedia contributors to enrich Nigerian-related articles with high-quality panoramic images.
Part 3: Metrics
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 | 30 | 20 | |
| Number of editors | 50 | 30 | |
| Number of organizers | 3 | 3 |
| Wikimedia project | Target | Result - Number of created pages | Result - Number of improved pages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 60 | ||
| Wikimedia Commons | 100 | ||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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)
1500000
11. Please state the total amount spent in US dollars. (required)
974.84
12. Report the funds spent in the currency of your fund. (required)
Provide the link to the financial report https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1MrFiKiVFEYSuO0sZ0VZzO7wELaB10RUwucgiOaLWYvE/edit?usp=drivesdk
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:
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Applicant's response to the review feedback.
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