Grants:Wikimedia UG Nigeria Grants/Wikimedia User Group Nigeria Community Support Fund/Hadassah Photostorie group/Wiki Loves Monuments 2023 Photo-documentary in Nasarawa State

Project summary

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This photo-documentary project is aimed at promoting and preserving the rich heritage of monumental and historical sites in Nasarawa state. It is an integral part of the 'Wiki Loves Monuments 2023' contribution, contributing to the ever-expanding image collection curated by the Wikimedia User Group Nigeria. Our mission involves embarking on a journey across Nasarawa state to capture the captivating essence of its natural landmarks and environment through photography. Our goal is to create a visually compelling narrative that encapsulates the significance of these places. The culmination of our efforts will be the upload of these images to Wikimedia Commons, making them accessible to a global audience and contributing to the collective knowledge of humanity's diverse heritage.

Wikimedia Project

Please state the Wikimedia project your project will focus majorly on (e.g. Wikipedia, Wikidata, etc). It is advisable to focus on one Wikimedia project, but a maximum of two projects is allowed.

Contact person and Location

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• Full name: Esther Adeola Seriki.
• Email address: toluseriki1@gmail.com.
• Location: Nasarawa state.

Project class

Please state if you are applying as an individual or a network/club

Individual.

Timeline of activities

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September 10th to September 30th, 2023.

Project Goal

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Engage in the recruitment of new editors, with a special emphasis on expanding and enhancing image content related to Nigeria. Our photo-documentary endeavors to concentrate on the creation of valuable cultural contributions within WikiCommons, which will subsequently enrich Wikipedia and various other collaborative projects. An integral aspect of our mission involves not only capturing captivating imagery but also equipping new photographers in Nasarawa state with the knowledge and skills necessary to proficiently upload their photographs onto Wiki Commons.

Monumental places we plan to visit;

Farin Ruwa Falls

Doma Dam

Awe Rock Formation

Lafia Square

Akwanga Colonial Bridge

Nasarawa State University

Lafia Obelisk

And other traditional shrine and sites.

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?

I am doing one photo-documentary activity, one training for local photographers in the community and photo upload session.

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.

I have briefed the Wikimedia Nigeria community about the photo-documentary and the participants will be aware about the project via WhatsApp or Telegram group that will be created.

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.

Information will be shared on the WhatsApp or Telegram group created.

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

User:Hadassah Photostorie group: I am a professional photographer and editor User:Obibillion1 will be joining me. And other professional photographers.

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 required equipment and skills needed.

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

Helpful and useful information about future Wikimedia projects and photography trainings will be shared continuously on the group created.

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

Our endeavor is a collaborative exercise, driven by my team and I, with the overarching goal of fostering a dynamic and all-embracing community of photographers. Together, we are dedicated to proactively sharing our imagery on Wikimedia Commons. By combining our individual contributions, we seek to augment the treasury of open knowledge, ultimately empowering individuals across the globe with a wealth of visual assets. Through these resources, we aspire to elevate the learning experience and deepen the comprehension of the exquisite landscapes and locales that grace the landscape of Nigeria.

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 - 2 (Photo-documentary and training)
2. Number of participants - 15
3. Number of new editors - 7
4. Number of of articles created or improved - 450
5. Number of repeat participants (for projects that include a series of events)

Metrics tracking

How do you plan to track your project metrics?

The photos will be uploaded under the category "Wiki Loves Monuments 2023 Nigeria" so as to track the number of uploads and using the outreach dashboard.

Resources

What resources do you have? Include information on who is organizing the project, what they will do, and if you will receive support from anywhere else (in-kind donations or additional funding).

Experienced photographers and editors are readily available to bring in their expertise and as valuable human resources for the project.

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

ESTIMATED BUDGET

Refreshments - day one (during training) 2,500 x 15 = N37,500

Refreshments - day two (during photo-documentary) 1,500 x 15 = N22,500

Venue (for upload session) = N80,000

Refreshments (during Upload session) 2,000 x 15 = N30,000

Internet router subscription = N50,000

Transport cost (for renting of car and fueling for the photo-documentary) = N100,000

Bus publicity material (flex banner) = N10,000

Branded T-Shirts(It is important for ensuring security and identification measures to aid an efficient and smooth photo-documentary) 5,000 x 10 = N50,000

Miscellaneous = N10,000

TOTAL = N390,000

Endorsements

Community members are encouraged to endorse your project request here!

I endorse and support. Obibillion1 (User talk:Obibillion1talk)