Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Wiki Loves Africa 2025 Campaign in Burundi (ID: 22971758)
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Applicant Details
[edit]- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
PatrickFound
- 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.
Wiki Loves Africa 2025 Campaign in Burundi
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2025-02-11 - 2025-05-31
- 4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
Burundi
- 5. Are your activities part of a Wikimedia movement campaign, project, or event? If so, please select the relevant project or campaign. (required)
Wiki Loves Africa
- 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)
We wish to promote the culture, biodiversity, and local stories of the Republic of Burundi through the documentation and sharing of free content on Wikimedia. The goal is to improve the representation of Africa in digital resources and encourage citizen participation in content creation.
Burundi is a country where Kirundi is the main language, spoken by the majority of the population. However, French and English are also official languages, and Swahili is used in certain contexts. This linguistic diversity poses a challenge for creating content accessible to all. However, there are several approaches to overcome these obstacles and promote the creation and sharing of quality content.
Main Challenges to Address
1.Many citizens are not aware of Wikimedia projects and their importance.
2.In some regions, internet access is difficult, which limits participation.
3.There may be a lack of training for potential contributors on how to create and share quality content.
4.The linguistic diversity of Burundi complicates the creation of content accessible to all.
Approaches to Achieve This
1.Organize information sessions to raise awareness about Wikimedia projects and their positive impact. These sessions can help demystify the platforms and encourage active participation.
2.Set up training sessions to teach participants how to contribute effectively. These trainings can cover various aspects such as photography, writing, research, and content editing. By providing practical skills, participants will be better equipped to create high-quality content.
3.Work in partnership with schools, universities, and NGOs to reach a broader and more diverse audience. These collaborations can include workshops, seminars, and joint projects that encourage the participation of young people and local communities.
4.Use social media to promote the event and contributions. Social platforms are an excellent way to attract attention, share successes, and encourage ongoing participation. By creating a dynamic online presence, it is possible to mobilize a larger and more engaged community.
- 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.
Wikijambo in Burundi will focus on photo and video activities under the theme "From Farm to Plate" for Wiki Loves Africa. The images will be uploaded to Wikimedia Commons and will be used to showcase Burundian cuisine, illustrate articles related to Burundi and Africa on Wikipedia and its related projects, as well as other Wiki categories. An exhibition of the best images will be organized to encourage participants and reward the best photos and videos.
Trainings:
- Mobile phone photography, cameras, quality photos, encyclopedic videos, etc.
Webinars:
- Basics of Wikimedia Commons, introduction to categories, etc.
Workshop:
- Image editing tools, video editing, sound editing, etc.
Photowalk:
- Visit places to take photos related to the theme "From Farm to Plate."
- 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.
PatrickFound: Project Manager. The project manager will oversee all activities related to the development and implementation of the project. He will facilitate access to targeted areas, ensure compliance with grant commitments, and provide reports on the progress and status of the campaign.
Rosiness220: Co-organizer, responsible for partnerships. Her mission is to mobilize people around the project and jointly train those who wish to participate in the campaign.
Africain777: Design and communication.
- 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)
I. Target Participants and Communities
The target participants for Wiki Loves Africa 2025 in Burundi come from various backgrounds, with a particular focus on the following groups:
Amateur and Professional Photographers: They will play a key role in producing quality visual content related to the theme "From Farm to Plate."
Students and Researchers: Especially those in fields such as agriculture, agri-food, communication, and journalism, who have an interest in documenting and promoting local knowledge.
Local and Rural Communities: Producers, artisans, and food processors who can share their practices and be the subjects of the photos.
Existing Wikimedia Contributors: Active members of the Wikijambo community in Burundi, with expertise in using platforms like Wikimedia Commons.
General Public: Anyone interested in culture, photography, or documenting food practices in Burundi.
II. Strategies to Engage Participants Before and During Activities
Before the Activities:
1. Awareness and Mobilization:
- Organize communication campaigns on social media (Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp) and through traditional media (radio, newspapers). - Collaborate with universities, training centers, and photography associations to recruit participants. - Disseminate information at the sites where the outings will take place.
2. Training and Preparation:
- Organize introductory workshops on Wikimedia Commons, photography, and the specific requirements of the contest. - Set up online sessions for participants who are geographically distant.
During the Activities:
1. Collaborative Photo Outings:
- Plan thematic visits with mixed groups (photographers, community members) to encourage interactions and co-creation. - Have photography experts present to guide participants in capturing high-quality images.
2. Engagement on Social Media:
- Share participants' experiences in real-time through posts and live videos.
3. Personalized Support:
- Provide mentoring by experienced mentors to resolve technical issues related to uploading or editing.
III. Follow-up with Participants After the Activities
Recognition and Encouragement:
1. Award Certificates of Participation to value the engagement of all participants.
- Distribute symbolic souvenirs to reinforce the sense of belonging to the Wikimedia community.
2. Integration into the Local Wikimedia Community:
- Invite participants to join regular training and contribution sessions organized by Wikimedians in Burundi. - Create a dedicated WhatsApp group to exchange future opportunities and ensure follow-up on acquired skills.
3. Sharing Results:
- Communicate the finalist contributions and winners on online platforms (Wikimedia sites, social media). - Organize community feedback sessions to present the impacts of the contest.
This inclusive and structured approach aims to create an enriching experience for participants while strengthening the Wikimedia community in Burundi and promoting the production of relevant and quality visual content.
- 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.
Our gathering places, whether physical or virtual, our training sessions, our social networks, our mailing lists, and our messaging apps are all ways through which we connect and interact as a community. Additionally, I manage several professional groups that encourage collaboration and the exchange of ideas. Here is the link to our new WhatsApp Admin group to discuss with the community: [1](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IA8KLRdlFG3LARvSMse6PU).
We also have a Facebook page: [2](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070257133166).
We plan to create slots to intensify our work, bring dynamism, and make the contest accessible to the concerned public.
- 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)
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)
Linguistic / Language
- 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)
Thanks to this project, we aim to address the following learning questions:
1. How can the Wiki Loves Africa contest enhance the recognition and appreciation of Burundi's cultural and natural heritage among participants and the public? 2. What specific obstacles do local communities face in contributing to Wikimedia projects, and what effective solutions can we propose? 3. What are the best methods to raise awareness among local populations, especially youth and underrepresented groups, about the importance of documenting their heritage? 4. What concrete impact can increased participation in the contest have on enriching Wikimedia projects concerning Burundi?
Expected results:
- Discovery of Burundian heritage: Highlight the richness and diversity of Burundi through the images and other content created during the project.
- Understanding local dynamics: Study local participation dynamics to adjust our future approaches.
- Impact on national pride: Measure the impact of the contest on the sense of national pride and community among participants.
- Accessibility and inclusion: Find ways to make Wikimedia platforms more accessible and inclusive.
These learnings will guide our future efforts to strengthen African contributions to Wikimedia and ensure a lasting impact of our initiatives.
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 32 | The number of members who will participate in contest. |
| Number of editors | 25 | Number of participants who will contribute uploading their photos on Wikimedia Commons. |
| Number of organizers | 3 | Number of persons involved in the organization of the campaign. |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | |
| Wikimedia Commons | 650 |
| Wikidata | |
| Wiktionary | |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | |
| Translatewiki | |
| MediaWiki | |
| Wikiquote | |
| 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
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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)
Outreach Dashboard and Event Registration Tool will be used to track the metrics
Financial proposal
[edit]- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1BiKxeo6ZVmTHbcv-qxl5PNx-YXUBUl4KfF4J9G3ejaA/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)
6704880.2 BIF
- 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.
2310 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
Endorsements and Feedback
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- 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).