Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Swahili SheSaid Campaign 2024 in Tanzania (ID: 22756436)
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Applicant Details
[edit]- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
Husseyn Issa
- Organization
N/A
- 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)
I am a Leader of Global WikiEducation Initiative which has the aim of empowering global communities through equitable access to quality education, the promotion of open knowledge through various wikimedia projects, and the cultivation of collaborative learning environments. The group is now managing various projects in Tanzania such as Kiwix4Schools and with the desire of conducting other wikimedia projects.
Main Proposal
[edit]- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
Swahili SheSaid Campaign 2024 in Tanzania
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2024-10-15 - 2024-11-15
- 4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
Tanzania
- 5. Are your activities part of a Wikimedia movement campaign, project, or event? If so, please select the relevant project or campaign. (required)
SheSaid
- 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.
The Swahili SheSaid Campaign 2024 aims to bring about significant change by enhancing the representation and visibility of Tanzanian business and political women on Wikiquote. This initiative seeks to celebrate and recognize the achievements and contributions of influential women in Tanzania,by ensuring that the voices and stories of these remarkable women are heard, celebrated, and shared with the world.
Main challenges or problems we are trying to solve.
1. Underrepresentation of Women: Despite the significant contributions of women in various sectors, their representation on platforms like Wikiquote remains disproportionately low. This lack of representation contributes to the marginalization of women's achievements and voices.
2. Gender Bias: Existing content often reflects gender biases, with more emphasis on male figures. This campaign aims to address and reduce this bias by highlighting the impactful roles of women in Tanzania's development.
3. Lack of Accessible Information: Many notable Tanzanian women, especially those in business and politics, lack adequate recognition in accessible digital archives. This project will make their contributions more visible and accessible to a global audience.
4. Promotion of Gender Equality: By showcasing the achievements of women, the campaign aims to inspire and empower future generations of women, promoting gender equality and encouraging more women to take on leadership roles.
Change/challenges, as well as main approaches to achieve it.
The campaign will focus on writing and improving Wikiquote entries related to Tanzanian business and political women who have been instrumental in driving economic improvement, political advancements, and gender equality. This will create a comprehensive and inclusive digital archive that celebrates their contributions and achievements.
Approaches which we will use to Achieve the Change:
1. Research and Content Creation: Collaborate with local volunteers who have invested and have been working on gender based projects to gather accurate and detailed information about notable Tanzanian women. This will involve conducting interviews, accessing historical records, and compiling existing data.
2. Workshops and Training: Organize workshops and training sessions for volunteers, students, and community members to educate them on how to create and edit Wikiquote entries. This will ensure that the content created is of high quality and adheres to Wikiquote's standards.
3. Community Engagement: Engage with local communities, women's organizations, and educational institutions to raise awareness about the campaign and encourage participation. This will help build a strong network of contributors and supporters.
4. Partnerships and Collaborations: Form partnerships with relevant organizations, such as Buni Hub that promotes women's rights groups, educational institutions which will be university lecturers whom in our previous session two of them attended, and any media outlet that will be crucial to our movements,and this all is to promote the campaign and its objectives. This will help amplify the campaign's reach and impact.
5. Monitoring and Evaluation: Implement a system to monitor the progress of the campaign, evaluate its impact, and make necessary adjustments. This will ensure that the campaign remains effective and achieves its goals.
Wider Change and Positive Impact:
1. Empowerment and Inspiration: By highlighting the achievements of Tanzanian women, the campaign will empower and inspire other women and girls, showing them that they too can achieve great things. This can lead to increased participation of women in various sectors and leadership roles.
2. Enhanced Representation: Improved representation of women on Wikiquote will contribute to a more balanced and inclusive portrayal of history and contemporary achievements. This helps in challenging stereotypes and promoting gender equality.
3. Increased Awareness and Recognition: The campaign will increase awareness of the significant contributions made by Tanzanian women, leading to greater recognition and appreciation of their work both locally and globally.
4. Educational Resource: The enriched Wikiquote entries will serve as valuable educational resources for students, researchers, and the general public, providing accurate information about influential Tanzanian women.
- 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
1. Participation in Wiki Loves Women Online Webinars
- Our team will actively participate in the online webinars organized by Wiki Loves Women. These sessions will provide us with essential training, insights, and resources needed to effectively contribute to the campaign. By learning from experts and collaborating with experienced campaigners, we will ensure our activities align with best practices and achieve the desired impact.
2. Tanzania Webinar Launch of the Campaign
- We will host the first Tanzania Webinar Launch to officially kick off the campaign. This event will introduce the campaign to the public, provide an overview of this year's Tanzania theme, and outline our goals and planned activities. By engaging potential participants, stakeholders, and the community, we aim to build excitement and gather support for the campaign. This webinar will set the stage for our subsequent activities and foster a sense of ownership and involvement among attendees.
3. In-Person Event for the Campaign
- Following the webinar launch, we will organize an in-person event to formally start the campaign in Tanzania. This event will feature presentations, workshops, and discussions aimed at fostering community engagement and encouraging volunteer participation. Attendees will receive hands-on training on how to create and edit Wikiquote entries, ensuring they have the skills necessary to contribute effectively. This in-person interaction will also strengthen the sense of community and collaboration among participants.Further during the in-person training we will announce the existence of prizes to top contributors of the campaign at the end of the entire campaign,to boost individual contributions of the project.
4. Monitoring and Evaluation
- To ensure the effectiveness of our campaign, we will implement a robust system for monitoring and evaluating our progress. This will involve tracking the number of Wikiquote entries created and improved, assessing the quality of the content, and gathering feedback from participants and stakeholders. Regular evaluation will allow us to make necessary adjustments and improvements, ensuring that our campaign remains on track and achieves its goals.
Link to the Public Page where the Project will be published.
[Swahili SheSaid Campaign 2024] (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Global_WikiEducation_Initiative)
- 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.
1. Team Leader:
- Name: Hussein Issa (Global WikiEducation Initiative)
- Role: Oversees the overall planning, grant writing, coordination, and execution of the campaign activities, and reporting.
- Wikimedia Username: Husseyn Issa
2.Workshop Facilitator
- Name: Pellagia Njau (Global WikiEducation Initiative)
- Role: Experienced Wikipedia editor who will conduct in-person workshops on Wikiquote editing and content creation related to our theme. Further her expertise on gender based projects and campaigns about women in wiki movements will be very crucial in this campaign as well.
- Wikimedia Username: Pellagia Njau
3. Outreach & Partnership Coordinator
- Name: Johnson Massawe (Global WikiEducation Initiative)
- Role: Leads outreach efforts to secure partnerships with women institutions and NGOs. Manages social media promotion and collaborates with media outlets..
- Wikimedia Username: Jonny Frosty
4. Project Advisor
- Name: Afek BEN CHAHED
- Role: Provides strategic guidance and ensures effective community engagement and outreach, drawing on her extensive experience coordinating the Wiki Loves Women initiative and supporting various Wikimedia 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 target participants for the Swahili SheSaid Campaign 2024 include members of the Global WikiEducation Initiative, which comprises educators, students, and individuals already engaged with Wikipedia and related projects. Additionally, we aim to attract new editors who are interested in contributing to the campaign's theme, bringing fresh perspectives and energy. Volunteers passionate about gender equality, women's rights, and the representation of women in digital spaces are also key participants. These volunteers may come from various backgrounds, including women's organizations, educational institutions, and local communities.
We will engage participants before and during the activities through several channels. Before the campaign kicks off, we will use the Event Registration feature to gather email addresses and adding them to our social media groups for easy interaction. This feature will be available on our Meta page[1], providing a central location for participants to register and receive updates. Additionally, we will actively promote the campaign through social media, community outreach, and partnerships with local organizations to raise awareness and encourage participation.
During the activities, we will maintain engagement through regular updates, reminders, and interactive sessions. Our discussion page[2] will serve as a platform for participants to share their progress, ask questions, and receive feedback. We will also use social media groups to facilitate real-time communication and support among participants, creating a sense of community and collaboration.
After the activities, we will follow up with participants through various means to ensure ongoing engagement and support. We will send follow-up emails to thank them for their contributions, provide updates on the campaign's impact, and inform them of any future activities or opportunities to stay involved. We will also use our discussion page and social media groups to maintain communication, share success stories, and gather feedback. This ongoing interaction will help us build a lasting community of contributors who are committed to enhancing the representation of Tanzanian women on Wikiquote.
- 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.
To develop the Swahili SheSaid Campaign 2024,we initiated discussions with the Global Wiki Education Initiative team, presenting our campaign plans and receiving valuable guidance on best practices for running the campaign. Additionally, we consulted Afek BEN CHAHED, a Community Facilitator at Wiki in Africa with extensive experience in the Wikimedia movement. Her insights were instrumental in shaping our campaign. We also created a Meta page outlining our goals and activities, and set up a discussion page to gather community feedback and suggestions.
- 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)
Increase the Sustainability of Our Movement
Learning and metrics
[edit]- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
1. How effective are our engagement strategies in attracting and retaining participants?
- We aim to learn which outreach and engagement methods are most successful in bringing new editors, volunteers, and community members into the campaign. Understanding this will help us refine our strategies to maximize participation and long-term involvement.
2. What is the impact of the campaign on the representation of Tanzanian business and political women on Wikiquote?
- We seek to measure the increase in the number and quality of Wikiquote entries about notable Tanzanian women as a result of the campaign. This will help us assess the effectiveness of our content creation efforts and the overall contribution to enhancing visibility and representation.
3. How does participation in the campaign influence the skills and confidence of new editors and volunteers?
- We want to learn how involvement in the campaign affects participants' abilities to create and edit Wikiquote entries and their confidence in contributing to Wikimedia projects. This understanding will guide our training and support programs to better empower future contributors.
4. What are the challenges and barriers faced by participants in contributing to Wikiquote?
- By identifying common obstacles encountered by participants, we can develop targeted solutions to address these challenges. This will enable us to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all contributors.
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 20 | |
| Number of editors | 15 | |
| Number of organizers | 4 |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | |
| Wikimedia Commons | |
| Wikidata | 50 |
| Wiktionary | |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | |
| Translatewiki | |
| MediaWiki | |
| Wikiquote | 100 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 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)
-Event Registration Tool
- Outreach Dashboard Tool
- Wikiscan
Financial proposal
[edit]- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IPH23j1UNiFXGmAmbMBPVyTezxvZRNwIp5xX1UqmSqQ/edit?gid=0#gid=0
- 22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)
11760000 TZS
- 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.
4319.63 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
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