Grants:Wikimedia UG Nigeria Grants/Wikimedia User Group Nigeria Community Support Fund/Ayodelerance/Documenting the Quotes of Nigerian Heroes, Heroines, and Leaders on Wikiquoute

Project summary

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• This project proposal aiming to revolutionize Wikiquote's content by addressing the underrepresentation of profound quotes from Nigerian heroes, heroines, and leaders. By training editors to curate and contribute compelling quotes, the project seeks to bridge this gap and showcase the wisdom and contributions of Nigerian thought leaders across various fields. This endeavor holds the potential to enrich Wikiquote's inclusivity, offering a more comprehensive platform that fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of Nigerian history, culture, and leadership on a global scale.

Wikimedia Project

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• WIKIQUOTE

Contact person and Location

Please state the contact details of the contact person(s) for this project including email(s) and location. For more than one contact person, indicate same details for everyone

• Full name:Adetayo Ayodele Raphael
• Email address:ayodelerance@gmail.com
• Address:Ogun State
• Location of Project:Abeokuta,Ogun State

Project class

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• Individual

Timeline of activities

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• Start date: 2nd November 2023
• End date: 30th November 2023

Project Goal

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1. recruit new editors
2. Add or improve content

Project Plan

Activities

Tell us how you'll carry out your project. Be sure to answer the following questions:

1. Are you doing one editathon or training or a series of editathons or trainings?

One physical Training and edit a thon with an online Contest

2. How have you let relevant Wikimedia communities know about this proposal? You are required to provide links to on-wiki pages to inform these communities about your proposed work. Examples of places where this can be done include community discussion pages, affiliate discussion pages, or relevant project talk pages.
You may also provide information about external social media channels you may be using.

The project has been shared with Wikimedia User Group community through their on-wiki communication channels, including community discussion pages and affiliate discussion pages. This information has been shared by posting a formal write-up on the discussion pages, encouraging community members to provide feedback and support via this link[[1]]

3. How will you let participants know about the edit-a-thon? In what ways will you be communicating with them?
For example, these can include on-wiki spaces, social media channels, mailing lists, messaging apps, or physical/online gatherings.

The project aims to engage a diverse group of individuals, including scholars, students, historians, and the general public interested in Nigerian history and culture. It plans to create awareness through e-fliers, social media campaigns, email outreach, collaborations, and engaging content, encouraging active participation and promoting understanding of Nigerian history, culture and Leadership

4. Do you have experienced Wikimedia editors to lead the event? Please provide links to the usernames of these individuals. (NOTE: all experienced Wikimedia editors MUST endorse your proposal as proof of availability)
For example: User:Kaizenify

Ayodelerance

5. Do participants have the equipment or skills needed to participate and contribute high quality content? If not, how will you support them?

Yes, they have the necessary skills and equipment,this project takes into consideration participants' equipment and skills by providing necessary resources, training opportunities, and a supportive community to ensure their ability to contribute high-quality content.

6. How will you engage participants after the event(s)?

Following the event, participants will have the chance to join the Wikimedia User Group Nigeria, enabling ongoing collaboration and support within the dedicated community. They'll we added to the dedicated WhatsApp group for real-time updates and discussions. Regular communication via email, social media, and online forums will keep participants informed about project developments and opportunities. The project team will actively seek feedback to enhance the project and maintain meaningful engagement beyond the initial event.

7. Is there anything else you want to tell us about this project?

This project has great potential. By documenting quotes from Nigerian heroes, heroines, and leaders, we'll create a rich repository of wisdom celebrating Nigeria's cultural heritage. We're committed to Wikimedia's youth and friendly space policies, promoting inclusivity and a safe environment for all contributors. This project fosters collaboration, diversity, and equity, preserving Nigerian legacies and inspiring a global audience.

Impact

How will you know if the project is successful and you've met your goals? Please include the following targets:

1. Number of events: 1
2. Number of participants:20
3. Number of new editors:10
4. Number of of articles created or improved:200 articles created and improved
5. Number of repeat participants (for projects that include a series of events)

Metrics tracking

How do you plan to track your project metrics?

Outreach dashboard and X tools to track editors edits and contributions

Resources

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Ayodelerance(Project Lead): With extensive Wikimedia experience as an editor and a trainer, I co-facilitated the Africa Women in Education Wikiquote event, empowering African women's voices. My numerous wins in Wikiquote events demonstrate my dedication to curating and documenting profound quotes effectively. My expertise and success are invaluable in ensuring this project aligns with the Wikimedia mission of knowledge sharing and preservation.

What resources do you need? For your funding request, list bullet points for each expense and include a total amount.

• Venue: NGN 30,000
• Refreshment and Takeaway packs (1000 *21) : NGN 21,000
• Projector and Camera Rentals: NGN 15,000
• E fliers: N3000
• Prizes for top three contributors:NGN30,000
• Contigencies,Miscellaneous and Logistics: NGN10,000

• TOTAL :N109,000

Endorsements

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