Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Unlocking Knowledge:A Wikimedia Journey at University of Maiduguri (ID: 22573418)
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Applicant Details[edit]
- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
Mr. Snatch
- 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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- Describe all relevant roles with the name of the group or organization and description of the role. (required)
Main Proposal[edit]
- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
Unlocking Knowledge: A Wikimedia Journey at University of Maiduguri
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2024-06-01 - 2024-06-30
- 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)
The University of Maiduguri, is a federal government-owned institution in Nigeria, our mission is to catalyze change by fostering greater awareness, dispelling doubts, and promoting active participation in Wikimedia projects among the university's diverse student body. Located in Maiduguri, the capital city of Borno State, our university stands as a vital center for higher education in the North East region. Our primary objective is to address several key challenges, including low awareness, doubts regarding accuracy, and limited participation in Wikimedia initiatives. To accomplish this, our strategy involves implementing various approaches. These include organizing awareness campaigns through educational trips, distributing informative materials, and leveraging online platforms to reach a wider audience. Additionally, we plan to conduct training sessions to equip participants with essential editing skills, enhance local content, and nurture a sense of community among Wikimedia enthusiasts through regular meetups and collaborative projects. By implementing these strategies, we aim to cultivate a more informed and engaged Wikimedia community within the University of Maiduguri, thereby fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and collaboration among its students.
- 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.
- Promoting Awareness Through On-Campus Excursions:
Organize and execute on-campus excursions to effectively disseminate information about Wikimedia projects to a broad spectrum of students, faculty, and staff members. Establish information booths or stands in high-traffic areas such as libraries, common spaces, or dining areas, where individuals can engage directly with representatives and receive informative pamphlets about Wikipedia and its affiliated endeavors. Utilize these excursions as platforms for initiating dialogues, addressing inquiries, and dispelling any uncertainties regarding the credibility of Wikipedia. The primary objective of this endeavor is to pique interest, arouse curiosity, and generate anticipation for the forthcoming training sessions.
- Conducting Remote Training Sessions:
Facilitate two remote training sessions using Zoom meeting. These sessions can be structured as interactive webinars or virtual Workshops, covering fundamental topics such as navigating Wikipedia, comprehending its editing interface, citation protocols, and optimal approaches for contributing to Wikimedia projects. Provide comprehensive demonstrations, offer practical exercises, and encourage active engagement and discourse among participants. Remote training sessions offer flexibility and accessibility, widening the scope of outreach and accommodating individuals with scheduling constraints.
- Facilitating In-Person Workshops:
Host two in-person training sessions as workshops or seminars conducted on-site within the university premises. Identify appropriate venues equipped with essential resources such as computers or projection facilities. Develop captivating training materials, including handouts or presentation slides, to facilitate the learning experience. Cover similar subject matter as the remote training sessions, but with the added benefit of fostering face-to-face interactions, immediate feedback, and personalized assistance. In-person workshops cultivate a sense of community and enable participants to forge connections and networks among themselves.
- Designing and Disseminating Informative Flyers:
Craft visually appealing flyers that communicate the advantages of Wikipedia, dispel misconceptions, and publicize the training sessions and Wikimedia community. Incorporate key messages, event particulars, and contact details. Distribute the flyers during on-campus excursions, position them strategically throughout the university, and encourage attendees to share them with their peers. Flyers serve as tangible reminders of the opportunities and resources available through Wikimedia projects, reinforcing interest and engagement within the university community.
- 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.
Our team comprises dedicated individuals with diverse roles and extensive experience in Wikimedia projects:
1. User:Mr. Snatch:
- Editor, and News Broadcaster at Sunshine FM Potiskum and also University of Maiduguri ALUMNI.
- Description: Project Lead, I Mr. Snatch brings a wealth of experience as a Wikimedian and media professional. As the project lead, I spearheads the coordination and execution of activities, leveraging my expertise to ensure project success.
2. User:Sirjat:
- Role: Women Engagement Specialist and Facilitator.
- Description: Sirjat is a seasoned Wikimedian with a focus on promoting women's participation in Wikimedia projects. She will play a crucial role in facilitating engagement activities and promoting gender inclusivity during awareness trips.
- Alumni and Lecturer at the Department of Chemistry, University of Maiduguri.
- Description: Ishaku Ajeje serves as a vital link between the project organizers and the university administration, leveraging his dual roles as an academic and a Wikimedian. His extensive experience in both academia and Wikimedia projects makes him instrumental in fostering collaboration and engagement within the university community.
4. In addition to the facilitators mentioned, we are fortunate to have a dedicated student representative from the Department of Engineering, who also serves as a prominent leader within the student union. This individual brings a unique perspective and invaluable insights into student dynamics and interests. As part of the project team, they will play a pivotal role in facilitating activities and engaging participants from the student body. Their involvement will ensure that the project resonates effectively with their peers, fostering a sense of ownership and participation among students. With their leadership and enthusiasm, we anticipate enhanced collaboration and engagement within the university community, further enriching the impact of our Wikimedia initiative.
All team members are volunteers dedicated to the success of the project. Their combined expertise and commitment will ensure effective implementation and impactful outcomes.
- 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 primarily consist of students, faculty, and staff members within the university community. Additionally, we aim to engage alumni and members of the broader Maiduguri community who may have an interest in contributing to Wikimedia projects.
To engage participants before the activities, we will utilize various communication channels such as social media platforms to disseminate information about the project and its objectives. We will also leverage our team members' connections within the university and alumni networks to reach potential participants and encourage their involvement.
During the activities, we will employ interactive approaches such as on-campus awareness trips, online and offline training sessions, and workshops. These activities will provide opportunities for direct engagement, allowing participants to learn about Wikimedia projects, ask questions, and participate in hands-on editing exercises. Additionally, we will facilitate discussions and foster a supportive environment to encourage active participation and collaboration among participants.
After the activities, we will follow up with participants through various means, including surveys and feedback forms. We will seek feedback on their experiences, challenges faced, and suggestions for improvement. Furthermore, we will encourage continued engagement by providing resources, support, and opportunities for further involvement in Wikimedia projects. Additionally, we will maintain communication channels to keep participants informed about future events, initiatives, and updates within the Wikimedia community.
- 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.
The project concept underwent thorough discussion and consultation with community members, primarily through the Discussion pages of the Hausa Wikimedians User Group and Hausa Wikipedia. Additionally, to facilitate more direct communication, the idea was shared within relevant WhatsApp groups. These collaborative discussions and endorsements reflect the active engagement and cooperation of the community in shaping and refining the project proposal.
- 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)
Geography
- 13. Does your proposal include any of these areas or thematic focus? Select one option that most applies to your work. (required)
Open Technology
- 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)
Innovate in Free Knowledge
Learning and metrics[edit]
- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
The project is designed to tackle distinct learning inquiries aimed at assessing its impact and efficacy comprehensively. These inquiries encompass evaluating the augmentation in participants' understanding of Wikipedia and its trustworthiness, quantifying shifts in attitudes and perspectives towards contributing to Wikimedia endeavors, scrutinizing the degree of involvement and interaction within the university community, soliciting feedback and gauging satisfaction levels among participants, and scrutinizing the enduring repercussions of the project on sustained engagement. Through meticulous data collection and analysis of responses to these learning inquiries, the project aims to glean insights to refine forthcoming initiatives and gauge the attainment of the envisioned transformation effectively.
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 50 | Total number of in-person participants |
| Number of editors | 40 | At least 40 of the participants will edit Wikipedia |
| Number of organizers | 4 |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 300 |
| Wikimedia Commons | 50 |
| Wikidata | 100 |
| Wiktionary | |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | |
| Translatewiki | |
| MediaWiki | |
| Wikiquote | |
| Wikivoyage | |
| Wikibooks | |
| Wikiversity | |
| Wikinews | |
| Wikispecies | |
| Wikifunctions or Abstract Wikipedia |
- Optional description for content contributions.
We will improve and create at least 300 of Wikipedia articles. We will also capture most important places in Maiduguri to upload to Wikimedia Commons in order to fill the gap of rare Maiduguri's pictures on Wikimedia Commons. We will also improve and create at least 100 Wikidata Items related to Maiduguri and Borno State.
- 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)
I will use Wikimedia Foundation's Dashboard tool
Financial proposal[edit]
- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1TqZvO_3tqSN9b_0XFiqeSUsGTUU5g2ViELmjEO1A0CY/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)
1165000 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.
722.88 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
Endorsements and Feedback[edit]
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Community members are invited to share meaningful feedback on the proposal and include reasons why they endorse the proposal. Consider the following:
- Stating why the proposal is important for the communities involved and why they think the strategies chosen will achieve the results that are expected.
- Highlighting any aspects they think are particularly well developed: for instance, the strategies and activities proposed, the levels of community engagement, outreach to underrepresented groups, addressing knowledge gaps, partnerships, the overall budget and learning and evaluation section of the proposal, etc.
- Highlighting if the proposal focuses on any interesting research, learning or innovation, etc. Also if it builds on learning from past proposals developed by the individual or organization, or other Wikimedia communities.
- Analyzing if the proposal is going to contribute in any way to important developments around specific Wikimedia projects or Movement Strategy.
- Analysing if the proposal is coherent in terms of the objectives, strategies, budget, and expected results (metrics).