Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Wikimedia Awareness In Ummah College of Health Science and Technology (ID: 22209519)
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Applicant Details[edit]
- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
Bembety
- 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.
Wikimedia Awareness In Ummah College of Health Science and Technology
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2023-09-15 - 2023-10-15
- 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)
Other (please specify) Wikimedia awareness, and capacity building in the community
- 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)
In recent observations, it has become evident that a significant number of individuals within academic institutions are reluctant to accept references from Wikimedia sources when supervising research work or evaluating student assignments. Their skepticism arises from the perception that Wikimedia is an open platform where anyone can contribute information without rigorous verification, thus rendering its sources unreliable. Furthermore, many students remain unaware of the invaluable opportunities for digital literacy enhancement, research skill development, critical thinking honing, and exploring new knowledge beyond conventional academic activities that lie in acquiring knowledge of editing Wikimedia articles.
To address these concerns and unlock the immense potential offered by Wikimedia, I propose an enlightening and empowering project aimed at sensitizing and training the Academic community of Ummah College of Health and Science and Technology School. This endeavor will equip them with the essential know-how to effectively utilize the vast repository of articles on Wikimedia for their research work, enabling them to provide reliable citations to these articles. Additionally, this project will empower students and staff to adeptly navigate Wikimedia and other associated platforms, thereby facilitating their ability to search, access, retrieve, interpret, and monitor information with ease.
With my active involvement in the university, the following program goals will be achieved and sustained:
- 1. Introduce and create awareness among the esteemed staff and students of Ummah College of Health and Science and Technology regarding the myriad benefits of utilizing Wikimedia and its sister projects, such as Wikicommons and Wikidata, as invaluable tools for teaching, learning, and research purposes. By embracing these platforms, they will gain unparalleled access to a wealth of information while also learning to evaluate and create new knowledge.
- 2. Foster a transformative mindset shift within the academic community, replacing their skepticism towards Wikimedia sources with a willingness to allow students to cite Wikipedia sources. This change in perspective will broaden their horizons and enable students to harness the comprehensive knowledge available on Wikimedia while citing it appropriately in their academic endeavors.
- 3. Provide comprehensive training sessions to both staff and students, equipping them with the necessary skills to edit Wikimedia articles and add reliable citations. By enabling them to contribute to this esteemed platform, we empower them to actively participate in the creation and dissemination of reliable and accurate information.
- 4. Facilitate the recruitment of 50 new editors, encouraging enthusiastic individuals within the academic community to actively engage with Wikimedia and contribute to its growth. This initiative will strengthen the pool of knowledgeable contributors, enriching the platform with diverse perspectives and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
- 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. A comprehensive two-day training program will be conducted for the staff and students, providing them with the necessary knowledge to create Wikimedia accounts, effectively search for articles requiring citations using tools like Citation Hunt, and learn various editing techniques to enhance Wikipedia articles.
- 2. In conjunction with the in-house training, a one-day awareness session will be organized within the school, inviting both staff and students to participate. This event will serve as a means of sensitizing the wider academic community about the project and its objectives.
- 3. The first day of the training will focus on elucidating the importance of acquiring Wikimedia editing skills and the wide-ranging benefits it offers, including enhancing digital literacy, research capabilities, critical thinking, and more. This session will specifically target the students and staff of Ummah College of Health Science and Technology.
- 4. The second day of the training will be dedicated to the staff and students of the Community Health Department. It will emphasize the significance of possessing Wikipedia editing knowledge, highlighting its potential to improve digital literacy, research skills, critical thinking, and other relevant competencies.
- 5. Following the two-day in-person training, a subsequent two-day online training program will be conducted. This online component will ensure that participants have continued access to valuable resources and can further develop their Wikimedia editing skills at their own pace.
- 6. An edit-a-thon event will be organized, allowing participants to put their newly acquired knowledge into practice. This interactive session will provide an opportunity for practical application, and participants who demonstrate exceptional engagement and contribution will be recognized and rewarded. Certificates will also be awarded to all participants, acknowledging their active involvement in the project.
- 7. Active participants will receive ongoing follow-up support to assess their progress and improvement in the skills gained during the project. This follow-up initiative aims to provide continuous guidance and assistance, ensuring that participants can effectively apply their newfound knowledge in their academic pursuits and beyond.
- 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.
• Bembety is a highly experienced and accomplished editor with a profound understanding of Wikimedia projects. With his extensive expertise, he will serve as the project lead, bringing a wealth of knowledge and insights to the initiative at Ummah College of Health Science and Technology. Throughout his career, Bembety has been actively involved in numerous impactful Wikimedia initiatives. He has successfully participated in various awareness programs, including the Gombe edit-a-thon, where he contributed significantly to promoting the use of Wikimedia platforms. Bembety's dedication to the cause is evident through his participation in projects such as the Federal Polytechnic Kaltungo initiative, the Wikimedia promotion in Akure, and the Wikimedia awareness campaign at Federal University Kashere in Nigeria. Notably, Bembety has made substantial contributions to the African Wikimedia community. He actively participated in the Africa Day Campaign at Kwara State University, as well as the Campaign Writing Contents 2023 and OFWA Cumulative initiatives. His commitment to spreading awareness and knowledge about Wikimedia is further exemplified through his involvement in the Wiki Climate Campus Tour Nigeria, which included engagements with Federal University Kashere, University of Benin, Summit University Offa, and University of Port Harcourt.
Gwanki is volunteer and an experienced Wikimedia editor and an Administrator on the Hausa Wikipedia. He has organised and facilitated several Wikipedia projects Awareness in Northern Nigeria. He is part of the offline facilitators.
Yahuzaishat: Yahuzaishat, the Communication Officer, is an experienced Wikimedia editor and one of the dedicated and hard-working editors in the Northeast region who are building their capacity to bridge the gap of experienced facilitators in the region.
Usmanagm: is a seasoned trainer and skilled organizer who plays a vital role in the development of Wikimedia projects in Northern Nigeria. He will be an online and offline facilitor.
Also;
- Volunteer: A volunteers from the student body will be identified to assist in every possible like during refreshment time,agreement of the hall, guarding people the the event center.
- 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 our project are the members of the university community, and no prior experience with Wikimedia is necessary to participate. We will engage potential participants through various means, including interactions with the student union, associations, faculty officers, and lecture halls. During the project, we will actively facilitate the training, ensuring that participants gain the necessary knowledge and skills to contribute to Wikipedia and sister projects. Additionally, we will monitor the three-week online edit-a-thon to prevent any vandalism or misinformation.
The project will contribute to the development of Wikipedia, Wikidata, and Wikimedia Commons by building knowledge and creating more active editors, as well as improving the quality of photo uploads. To ensure sustainability, we will create a WhatsApp group called Ummuh College of health science and technology Wikimedia Community, where participants can stay in touch, discuss Wikimedia projects, and stay updated on the latest events and workshops. Additionally, we will welcome the Ummuh College of health science and technology Wikimedians Community into the Hausa Wikimedians User Group to ensure continued engagement and participation in Wikimedia projects.
- 10. Does your project involve work with children or youth? (required)
Yes
- 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.
We will strictly adhere to the Wikimedia friendly space policy before the event starts. We are also taking active measures to create a safe, supportive, and equitable environment for all participants. This includes providing a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. We are also providing the necessary resources and materials to assist participants and addressing any concerns or issues that may arise during the activities.
- 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.
I have informed Hausa Community via the WhatsApp page and I have informed Wikimedia User Group Nigeria via the talk page https://meta.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/Talk:Wikimedia_User_Group_Nigeria?mfnotify=saved#Wikimedia_awareness_in_ummah_college_of_health_science_and_technology
- 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)
Advocacy
- 14. Will your work focus on involving participants from any underrepresented communities? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)
Ethnic/racial/religious or cultural background
- 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)
Did the project create community awareness about Wikimedia projects in Ummuh College of health science and technology ?
Did the project train new editors to have the required skills for editing Wikimedia projects?
Did the participants contribute content to Wikipedia and its sister projects? Did the project create a sustainable group of Wikimedia editors in Ummuh College of health science and technology ?
Did the project identify potential facilitators? (The Northeast region lacks experienced facilitators, and not every editor can be a facilitator. Therefore, the project should identify potential facilitators.
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 55 | Participants: These are the total number of people that will be available for the online and offline events. This includes the editors, organisers and institution representatives.
New Participants: There forty six new participants which are representatives from the school management and the new recruited editors. Returning participants: There will be fourteen returning participants which consists of the facilitators and the existing editors |
| Number of editors | 50 | Forty New Editors: These are total number of students and staff that will create new accounts and will be monitored on the modus operandi of contributing positively to Wikimedia Foundation Projects.
Ten Returning Editors: These are the total number of Returning Editors who already have their accounts and will be further trained |
| Number of organizers | 5 | • Bembety is a highly experienced and accomplished editor with a profound understanding of Wikimedia projects. With his extensive expertise, he will serve as the project lead, bringing a wealth of knowledge and insights to the initiative at Ummah College of Health Science and Technology. Throughout his career, Bembety has been actively involved in numerous impactful Wikimedia initiatives. He has successfully participated in various awareness programs, including the Gombe edit-a-thon, where he contributed significantly to promoting the use of Wikimedia platforms. Bembety's dedication to the cause is evident through his participation in projects such as the Federal Polytechnic Kaltungo initiative, the Wikimedia promotion in Akure, and the Wikimedia awareness campaign at Federal University Kashere in Nigeria. Notably, Bembety has made substantial contributions to the African Wikimedia community. He actively participated in the Africa Day Campaign at Kwara State University, as well as the Campaign Writing Contents 2023 and OFWA Cumulative initiatives. His commitment to spreading awareness and knowledge about Wikimedia is further exemplified through his involvement in the Wiki Climate Campus Tour Nigeria, which included engagements with Federal University Kashere, University of Benin, Summit University Offa, and University of Port Harcourt.
Gwanki is volunteer and an experienced Wikimedia editor and an Administrator on the Hausa Wikipedia. He has organised and facilitated several Wikipedia projects Awareness in Northern Nigeria. He is part of the offline facilitators. Yahuzaishat: Yahuzaishat, the Communication Officer, is an experienced Wikimedia editor and one of the dedicated and hard-working editors in the Northeast region who are building their capacity to bridge the gap of experienced facilitators in the region. Usmanagm: is a seasoned trainer and skilled organizer who plays a vital role in the development of Wikimedia projects in Northern Nigeria. He will be an online and offline facilitor. Also;
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| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 50 |
| Wikimedia Commons | 120 |
| Wikidata | 30 |
| Wiktionary | |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | |
| Translatewiki | |
| MediaWiki | |
| Wikiquote | |
| Wikivoyage | |
| Wikibooks | |
| Wikiversity | |
| Wikinews | |
| Wikispecies |
- 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 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
- 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)
will create an outreach dashboard where we will monitor the participants activities. It will also be used to measure some project metrics such as number of participants, number of articles created/improved, number of references added to articles, article views amongst others.
Financial proposal[edit]
- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
- 22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)
1384672 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.
1863 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
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