Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Wikipedia Awareness In Billiri Community (ID: 22394424)
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Applicant Details[edit]
- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
Thinkrasheed
- 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)
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Main Proposal[edit]
- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
Wikipedia Awareness In Billiri Community
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2024-01-17 - 2024-02-17
- 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, capacity building and community development.
- 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)
Billiri, a local government in Northern Nigeria, boasted a population exceeding 339,400 during the 2006 Nigerian census. Presently, its population has surged to nearly one million. This area is also home to esteemed institutions like a federal government college and a college of education, as well as various writers' clubs, associations, and other organizations throughout the community. Despite these significant developments, Billiri faces a notable absence of editors, let alone initiatives aimed at promoting Wikipedia within the community.
As a proud member of this community who has had the privilege of discovering Wikipedia, I feel compelled to initiate the inaugural Wikimedia promotion campaign and training program in Billiri. This endeavor aims to facilitate the emergence of new editors and inspire active champions of Wikipedia projects, thereby laying a strong foundation for the widespread adoption of Wikimedia products among the youth in our community.
Furthermore, this proposed month-long initiative holds the potential to bridge existing content gaps on various topics with the assistance of experienced editors. Many prominent local and international scholars, organizations, and tourist attractions in Billiri, such as historical and research sites, remain inadequately represented on Wikipedia.
In contrast to other communities that have benefited from Wikimedia training and community engagement, Billiri has yet to experience any form of such training or awareness regarding Wikimedia projects and how individuals can contribute to them. If this project receives approval, it will establish the inaugural Wiki community meetup in Billiri, designed to stay connected with current and future Wikimedia activities in the community and to track the journey of editors evolving into Wikimedia champions from Billiri.
- 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.
The project is scheduled to run for one month and aims to introduce Wikipedia to the Billiri community. The Wikipedia Promotions in Billiri will encompass five distinct sessions, along with the establishment of a Wikimedia community:
- 1. Two-day In-Person Workshop: Over the course of two days, using the expertise of three out of the five facilitators, participants will receive fundamental knowledge about Wikipedia. This will include creating accounts and making minor on-site edits for all attendees.
- 2. Two Series of Online Reinforcement Training: To provide comprehensive editing skills in areas like Wikipedia, Wikidata, and Wikicommons, two online facilitators from the project will conduct these sessions. The online component is designed to refine the editing skills of new editors and address their weaknesses.
- 3. One-Day In-Person Review Session (Final Day): Following the two days of physical training and two days of online sessions, a two-week interval will be granted for participants to apply the knowledge gained from the project. During this period, there will be a two-week Edit-a-thon, and winners will be honored with certificates of excellence. A WhatsApp group will be utilized to encourage editing and address questions arising from their learning journey. Subsequently, on the last day of the project, a one-day in-person training will be conducted to review participants' work, clarify any doubts, and award certificates to conclude the project.
Establishment of a Wikimedia Editors Community in Billiri: The last day of the project will mark the formation of a community for the purpose of sustainability. This effort will be facilitated with the assistance of @Usmanagm.
- 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.
Thinkrasheed is an accomplished editor with a wealth of experience in Wikimedia projects, and he holds the position of project lead in the Billiri Wikimedia Awareness Community Project. Thinkrasheed has been actively engaged in various Wikimedia endeavors, achieving notable success, including securing the top prize in the Wikimedia Awareness initiative in Akko local government and the Trainee program at the Gombe Edit-a-thon. He has also contributed to the Gombe Connect campaign and the Federal Polytechnic Kaltungo project.
Abdulazeez Taufeeq is a highly skilled editor with extensive experience in Wikimedia projects and serves as the project lead at the Federal College of Horticulture Dadin Kowa. Abdulazeez has actively participated in various Wikimedia initiatives, earning recognition for his efforts, including clinching the third prize in the Wikipedia Awareness and Trainee program at the Gombe Edit-a-thon. He has also been involved in initiatives like the Public Domain Contest, the Federal Polytechnic Kaltungo project, the ongoing Wikimedia promotion in Akure focusing on article creation and updating, and the Wiki Climate Tours organized at the Federal University Kashere in Nigeria.
Usmanagm is a seasoned trainer and proficient organizer who plays a pivotal role in advancing Wikimedia projects in Northern Nigeria. He takes on the role of project lead for Wikimedia Awareness in Akko and will provide crucial support in raising awareness during the offline campaign.
Ibjaja055 is an experienced editor in Wikimedia projects and was the organizer of the Wikimedia Promotions in the Federal University of Kashere. He has been an active contributor to various Wikimedia projects and has achieved remarkable recognition, including being the 4th highest contributor during the third edition of the African Librarians Week held from 22-29 May 2022. Ibjaja055 also secured the First Prize in the Wikipedia Awareness and Training at the Gombe Edit-a-thon, the First Prize in the WikiProject Public Domain Contest in Nigeria, and the First Prize in Wikipedia Awareness for Librarians at Ahmadu Bello University Zaria Edit-a-thon.
Yahuzaishat 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.
SadiqY56 is the Project Lead of Wikipedia Awareness in Nafada, an experienced Wikimedia editor, and trainer with a passion for knowledge sharing and community engagement. He has been an active participant in various Wikimedia events, playing a pivotal role in raising awareness about Wikimedia projects. His contributions to the 1Lib1Ref Nigeria initiative have notably improved the quality of Wikipedia articles by incorporating reliable references. SadiqY56's active involvement in events such as Wikimedia Awareness in Akko and his role as a facilitator during Wikimedia Awareness at Pen Resource University, among others, highlight his extensive experience and expertise. He is a highly valuable asset in the promotion of open knowledge and the empowerment of individuals within the Wikimedia community.
- 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 Billiri local government is our target community, encompassing diverse individuals from various regions, ethnic backgrounds, and religious affiliations. Our primary focus will be on creating and enhancing articles related to Nigerian culture, religions, and language on both Hausa Wikipedia and English Wikipedia. My team and I will actively engage in facilitating the training sessions, ensuring that participants gain the necessary skills and knowledge to contribute effectively to Wikipedia and its sister projects. Additionally, we will closely monitor the three-week online edit-a-thon to prevent any unintentional vandalism resulting from lack of understanding.
Ultimately, this project will make valuable contributions and provide support to Wikipedia, Wikidata, and Wikimedia Commons, furthering knowledge development and advancing the Wikimedia movement. This will be achieved through the creation of relevant articles, the cultivation of new active editors, and the uploading of high-quality photos, ultimately contributing to the overall growth and development of 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.
The Youth Safety Policy from Wikipedia
https://foundation.wikimedia.org/wiki/Policy:Friendly_space_policy#Youth_Safety%7C will be condensed and presented at the commencement of every planned activity within the project.
- 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 Wikimedia Nigeria Community has been notified
Wikimedia_awareness_in_Billiri_community and Hausa Wikimedia User Group Nigeria has been notified through the Whatsapp platform.
- 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)
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)
Did the project raise community awareness regarding Wikimedia projects in the Billiri community?
Did the project successfully provide training to new editors, equipping them with the necessary skills for editing Wikimedia projects?
Did the project yield benefits for the existing editors within the Billiri community?
Did the participants actively contribute content to Wikipedia and its sister projects as a result of the project?
Did the project establish a sustainable community of Wikimedia editors in the Billiri community?
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 60 | Participants: This category encompasses the total count of individuals who will be present for both online and offline events, encompassing editors, organizers, and representatives from institutions.
New Participants: Among these participants, there will be forty-six new individuals, including school management representatives and newly recruited editors. Returning Participants: A group of fourteen returning participants will include facilitators and existing editors. |
| Number of editors | 50 | Forty New Editors: This refers to the overall count of students and staff who will register new accounts and undergo supervision to ensure their positive contributions to Wikimedia Foundation Projects.
Ten Returning Editors: This category includes the total number of returning editors who already have existing accounts and will receive additional training. |
| Number of organizers | 6 | Thinkrasheed is a highly skilled editor with extensive experience in Wikimedia projects and holds the role of project lead for the Billiri Wikimedia Awareness Community Project. His active involvement in various Wikimedia initiatives includes winning the top prize in the Wikimedia Awareness program in Akko local government and the Trainee program at the Gombe Edit-a-thon. Thinkrasheed has also contributed to the Gombe Connect campaign and the Federal Polytechnic Kaltungo project.
Abdulazeez Taufeeq is another proficient editor with substantial experience in Wikimedia projects, serving as the project lead at the Federal College of Horticulture Dadin Kowa. He has actively participated in a range of Wikimedia initiatives and has achieved recognition, including securing the third prize in the Wikipedia Awareness and Trainee program at the Gombe Edit-a-thon. Abdulazeez has also been involved in projects such as the Public Domain Contest, the Federal Polytechnic Kaltungo initiative, the ongoing Wikimedia promotion in Akure with a focus on article creation and updating, and the Wiki Climate Tours organized at the Federal University Kashere in Nigeria. Usmanagm is a seasoned trainer and adept organizer who plays a crucial role in advancing Wikimedia projects in Northern Nigeria. He takes on the role of project lead for Wikimedia Awareness in Akko and provides essential support in raising awareness during offline campaigns. Usmanagm is also part of the facilitators' team contributing to the success of the project. Ibjaja055 is an experienced editor in Wikimedia projects and served as the convener of the Wikimedia Promotions at the Federal University of Kashere. He has been actively engaged in various Wikimedia projects and has achieved notable recognition, including being the fourth highest contributor during the third edition of the African Librarians Week held from May 22 to May 29, 2022. Ibjaja055 has also secured the First Prize in Wikipedia Awareness and Training at the Gombe Edit-a-thon, the First Prize in the WikiProject Public Domain Contest in Nigeria, and the First Prize in Wikipedia Awareness for Librarians at Ahmadu Bello University Zaria Edit-a-thon. Yahuzaishat 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. SadiqY56 is the Project Lead of Wikipedia Awareness in Nafada, an experienced Wikimedia editor, and trainer with a passion for knowledge sharing and community engagement. He has been an active participant in various Wikimedia events, playing a pivotal role in raising awareness about Wikimedia projects. His contributions to the 1Lib1Ref Nigeria initiative have notably improved the quality of Wikipedia articles by incorporating reliable references. SadiqY56's active involvement in events such as Wikimedia Awareness in Akko and his role as a facilitator during Wikimedia Awareness at Pen Resource University, among others, highlight his extensive experience and expertise. He is a highly valuable asset in the promotion of open knowledge and the empowerment of individuals within the Wikimedia community. |
| 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 | |
| Wikifunctions or Abtsract 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 |
| 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)
We will utilize the Wikimedia Outreach dashboard to track and oversee the activities of the participants. This platform will also assist us in measuring several project metrics, including the number of participants, the quantity of articles created or enhanced, and the number of references added to articles.
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)
1825225 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.
2319.31 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
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