Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Wikitour 2.0:Bengkel Wikipedia, Wikikamus Dan Lingua Libre (ID: 23094048)
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Applicant Details
[edit]- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
Jjurieee
- Organization
Kent Wikimedia Club
- 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)
N/A
- 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.
Wikitour 2.0: Bengkel Wikipedia, Wikikamus Dan Lingua Libre
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2025-06-29 - 2025-08-01
- 4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
Regional (more than one country in the same continent or region) Perak and Sarawak, Malaysia.
- 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)
Changes we are trying to bring: Through WikiTour 2.0, we aim to cultivate a new generation of young Wikimedians in East Malaysia by providing direct, hands-on exposure to Wikimedia projects in two underrepresented regions IPG Kampus Rajang (Sarawak) and University Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) . The ultimate change we hope to bring is a sustainable, youth driven ecosystem of Wikimedia contributors who actively engage in documenting, sharing and preserving local knowledge and languages through open access platforms.
Main challenges we are addressing: 1. Limited awareness and understanding of Wikimedia projects Many students, particularly outside of urban centers, are unfamiliar with Wikimedia as a movement or its platforms beyond casual Wikipedia use. This results in low participation from youth in regions like Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia.
2. Underrepresentation of regional languages and cultures Languages such as Kadazandusun, Iban, and Semai are significantly underrepresented on Wikimedia platforms. As a result, local identities and knowledge systems remain invisible in the global digital knowledge space.
3. Lack of digital and open knowledge literacy Students have limited exposure to digital content creation, open licensing, or collaborative knowledge production—skills that are crucial for participating in Wikimedia and beyond.
4. Fragmented engagement and lack of continuity Even when workshops are conducted, participants often drop off afterward due to lack of ongoing support, community connection, or mentorship.
The change we want to create:
We envision a future where students in East Malaysia become confident, long-term contributors to Wikimedia projects. Through WikiTour 2.0, we seek to:
- Establish and grow localised Wikimedia communities in underserved regions of Borneo.
- Foster a regional youth network that actively contributes to documenting local knowledge, cultures, and languages.
- Increase the presence of content in indigenous and local languages (e.g., Kadazandusun, Iban) on Wikimedia platforms.
- Encourage students to become knowledge advocates and digital changemakers, equipping them with skills in open knowledge, research, language preservation, and collaboration.
Main Strategies and Approaches: To achieve this, we have adopted several practical and evidence-based strategies. First, we will conduct in-person Wikimedia workshops that are beginner-friendly, multilingual, and tailored to the academic and cultural contexts of each campus. These workshops will cover Wikipedia and Incubator editing. Second, we will actively promote language diversity by encouraging contributions in local and indigenous languages. Third, we will facilitate student engagement through cross-campus communication channels and regional showcases, allowing participants to see the collective impact of their work. Finally, we will provide ongoing mentorship, recognition, and follow-up to ensure continuity, including the encouragement to form or sustain campus WikiClubs. We chose these approaches because they have proven effective in past initiatives by the Wikimedia Community User Group Malaysia (WCUGM) and Kelab Wiki Kent. Our experience shows that students are more motivated and confident when learning is practical, culturally relevant, and socially connected. We believe that with the right tools, support, and community, these students can become long-term contributors to Wikimedia, enriching the global knowledge ecosystem with content from Borneo that is currently missing. ltimately, WikiTour 2.0 will empower students to preserve, document, and share their cultural and linguistic heritage while becoming part of a larger movement for open, equitable knowledge.
- 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. Wikipedia Editing Workshop Activity Description: Conduct workshops to introduce students to Wikipedia editing, focusing on how to create, edit, and update articles. The emphasis will be on contributing content in local and indigenous languages such as Kadazandusun, Iban, and Semai, as well as documenting cultural heritage and local knowledge.
Why It’s Effective: Wikipedia is a globally recognized platform. By teaching students how to edit and contribute articles, they will help enrich Wikipedia with important local and indigenous knowledge that is currently underrepresented. Students will learn to follow Wikipedia’s editorial guidelines, enhancing their digital literacy and critical thinking skills.
2. Wikimedia Commons (Image Documentation) Activity Description: Wikimamanau, a photography activity, will allow club members to capture images of local cultural events, landscapes, architecture, and traditions. These photos will be uploaded to Wikimedia Commons, enriching the visual representation of the region and making images available for global use.
Why It’s Effective: Wikimedia Commons is an open media repository that houses millions of freely usable images, audio, and video files. By contributing images to it, students will provide visual documentation of the rich cultural diversity of East Malaysia, which is often underrepresented on global platforms.
3. Writing Diffs (Documenting Experiences and Contributions) Activity Description: Participants will document their contributions and experiences in diffs (a type of detailed record), describing the changes they made to Wikipedia articles and images uploaded to Commons.
Why It’s Effective: Writing diffs encourages students to reflect on their work and track their progress, helping them learn from their experiences. It also creates a permanent record of their contributions to Wikimedia, which can be revisited and shared with others.
Why These Activities Will Be Effective for WikiTour 2.0 1.Practical Learning Each activity allows students to engage with different aspects of the Wikimedia platform, providing them with diverse skills in digital content creation and sharing.
2.Cultural Preservation By contributing to Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons, students will help preserve and document local and indigenous knowledge that is often missing or underrepresented in global platforms.
3.Cross-Campus and Cross-Border Collaboration Engaging students from multiple campuses and regions ensures the exchange of ideas, knowledge, and cultures, building a regional community committed to open knowledge.
4. Long-Term Engagement Writing diffs and uploading content to Wikimedia ensures that the students' contributions have a lasting impact and that they continue to engage with Wikimedia projects after the event.
- 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.
Chairperson NELIN AMBROSE SITAM Wikimedia username: Nelynnnnn Roles:-
- Chair the main committee and planning meetings for WikiTour.
- Oversee the implementation of the WikiTour program.
- Monitor the execution of the WikiTour program.
- Appoint the implementation committee for the WikiTour program.
- Manage matters involving external parties.
- Prepare souvenirs for UPSI and IPGM Rajang
Vice chairperson NEREUS MARTIN Wikimedia username: Banunnereus Roles:-
- Assume the duties of the chairperson in the absence of the chairperson.
- Assist the chairperson in carrying out their responsibilities.
- Manage and prepare merchandise to be distributed to participants during the program.
- Prepare certificates for accompanying lecturers, WikiTour 2.0 committee members, and workshop participants.
Secretary RONALITA FELIX Wikimedia username: Rruunnaa Roles:-
- Handle all correspondence related to WikiTour 2.0.
- Manage application forms and obtain approval for the implementation of WikiTour 2.0.
- Handle the issuance of class exemption letters (if required).
- Design and produce promotional posters for the program.
- Compile a comprehensive report on all WikiTour activities by location.
- Coordinate with the Documentation Committee from each WikiTour location for complete activity reporting of the Wiki Kent Club.
Deputy secretary DIVIANA JACKSON Wikimedia username: Diviana Jackson Roles:-
- Act as secretary in the absence of the appointed secretary.
- Assist the secretary in preparing reports throughout WikiTour.
- Write an article about the program to be submitted to local newspapers.
- Prepare the estimated budget for WikiTour 2.0.
Treasurer JURINA JONIMIN Wikimedia username: Jjurieee Roles:-
- Collect all receipts throughout the WikiTour 2.0 program.
- Serve as the lead documenter throughout the WikiTour 2.0 program.
- Create a category on WikiCommons for uploading related images.
- Upload all photos and videos from WikiTour to the official Instagram account of the Wiki Kent Club.
- Prepare the final expenditure report.
Accommodation & Food Committee Member BLUSTER JAINON Wikimedia username: Blusjai Roles:-
- Request transportation from IPGM Kent Campus to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
- Arrange transportation from the airport to the accommodation.
- Coordinate all necessary transportation for movements to various locations.
- Communicate with the accommodation provider for lodging arrangements.
- Lead all communications with relevant parties throughout WikiTour 2.0.
Transportation, Equipment & Liaison Committee Member M EQQALSON DIKSON Wikimedia username : Meqqal Roles:
- Prepare and transport necessary equipment such as buntings and banners.
- Responsible for arranging, transporting/returning, or storing equipment for future use or for the rightful owner.
- Manage equipment matters such as speakers, LCD projectors, laptops, and microphones.
- Ensure internet connectivity at the program venue.
- Serve as part of the secretariat during the workshop.
- Manage meals and refreshments for Wikimedia Kent Club members involved in WikiTour 2.0 and for workshop participants (including breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner throughout the program).
- 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)
Target 1. Participants from IPGM Campus Rajang, and Sultan Idris Education University
- Engaging the community (Participants from IPGM Campus Rajang and Sultan Idris Education University )
a) Before: i. Create promotional materials showcasing the importance of preserving and promoting their mother tongue. ii. Utilize social media platforms to create awareness and generate interest in the event. iii. Collaborate with local community leaders to spread the word. Iv. Contact the lecturer from IPGM Campus Rajang and Sultan Idris Education University
b) During: i. Distribute informative brochures or materials about the language and its significance. ii. Introducing and editing on the Wiktionary, Wikipedia and Lingua Libre platform. Iii. Help digitize local ethnic languages into Wiktionary, Wikipedia and Lingua Libre platform.
c) Follow-up: i. Collect contact information for interested community members for future events or language-learning initiatives. ii. Share highlights and photos from the event on social media to sustain interest. iii. Distribute feedback to participants through Google Form
- 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.
Link : https://padlet.com/gipgp21065792/wikitour-2025-planning-jeq8g3lgho3c7kxf
- 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)
Language
- 13. Does your proposal include any of these areas or thematic focus? Select one option that most applies to your work. (required)
Education
- 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)
Identify Topics for Impact
Learning and metrics
[edit]- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
Outcomes: Educators and communities will understand how Wikimedia platforms (Wikipedia, and Incubator) can be effectively used as tools for language digitization, contributing to the preservation of ethnic languages through accessible, open knowledge initiatives.
Data:
- Number of new accounts created across Wikimedia projects (Wikipedia and Incubator).
- Number of new articles or language projects initiated in Wikipedia and Incubator.
- Number of cultural heritage items uploaded to Commons during the WikiWalk series.
Learning question: How does participation in hands-on Wikimedia workshops influence students' awareness of open knowledge and digital literacy?
Outcomes: Through the training workshops, participants will be empowered with practical digital literacy skills, enabling them to document their native languages and cultures through multimedia forms such as text, and images across different Wikimedia projects.
Data:
- Number of successful contributions (posts, articles) completed during workshops.
- Number of participants successfully initiating a new language project or article on Incubator.
Learning Questions: What motivates students from East Malaysia to contribute to Wikimedia projects, particularly in their native languages?
Outcomes: WikiKent Club will further diversify the linguistic, cultural, and educational content available on Wikimedia platforms, strengthening the presence of East Malaysian languages at a global level.
Data:
- Number of pilot articles or language projects started in Incubator (e.g., KadazanDusun, Iban).
- Growth of media documentation (photos, text) uploaded to Commons related to local heritage.
Learning questions: How do WikiKent workshops encourage contributions to diversify indigenous language content on Wikimedia platforms?
Outcomes: Students and educators will gain digital literacy skills and develop a stronger sense of cultural identity by preserving their languages on Wikimedia platforms.
Data:
- Survey on the challenges students faced when editing (short survey immediately after workshop).
- Number of successful Wikimedia edits/posts after the workshop.
- Number of students receiving follow-up help or coaching
Learning Questions: What challenges do students encounter when editing Wikimedia platforms, particularly in terms of language barriers or technical difficulties?
Outcomes:
Sustained community engagement with Wikimedia platforms, encouraging ongoing contributions and participation from students and educators. Data:
- Number of new followers on Instagram of Wikimedia Malaysia and WikiKent Club.
- Number of participants who make at least one edit to Wiktionary or Wikipedia one month after the event.
- Number of pictures uploaded in Commons by new accounts and WikiKent Club throughout the program.
- Number of new collaborations or initiatives created by participants post-workshop (e.g., school clubs, language projects).
Learning Questions: How does participation in WikiTour 2.0 influence students’ perceptions of their cultural identity and their efforts in language preservation?
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 100 | |
| Number of editors | 100 | |
| Number of organizers | 10 |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 100 |
| Wikimedia Commons | 400 |
| Wikidata | |
| Wiktionary | |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | 50 |
| 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
| 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)
Program & Events Dashboard Link to Outreach Dashboard: 1. Perak: https://outreachdashboard.wmflabs.org/courses/Wikimedia_Kent_Club/WikiTour_2.0_Perak 2. Sarawak: https://outreachdashboard.wmflabs.org/courses/Wikimedia_Kent_Club/WikiTour_2.0_Sarawak
Financial proposal
[edit]- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18AKLMsvs9rDM82d2kb7n_tmKtIe_hThoDhbQe79hb0o/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)
21771 MYR
- 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.
4974.53 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
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- Analysing if the proposal is coherent in terms of the objectives, strategies, budget, and expected results (metrics).