Grants talk:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/WikiMaknyus:Cipta Karya Keberagaman Indonesia melalui Makanan-Minuman (ID: 22977998)

This project is crucial to be implemented in order to be beneficial in preserving and introducing Nusantara to the global community

Endorsement from Raflinoer32 (talk)

I believe this project will be successful and impactful. Looking forward to witness the journey and the results of this project

--Raflinoer32 (talk) 10:14, 11 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Kanzcech (talk)

This project is valuable to preserve Indonesia's culinary heritage. --Kanzcech (talk) 10:20, 12 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Surasutori Useyuni (talk)

Banyak sekali makanan Indonesia yang belum terabadikan sehingga program ini bagus dilaksanakan dalam pelestarian budaya Indonesia khususnya kuliner yang ada di Indonesia mewakili daerah-daerah yang tertera. Oleh karena itu, kegiatan ini bagus sekali dilakukan. --Surasutori Useyuni (talk) 10:49, 17 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Rulwarih (talk)

I think this proposal is going to contribute in any way to important developments around Wikimedia projects or Movement Strategy. We need more content about Southeast Asian (in this proposal context, Indonesian) cuisine. The selection of the cities/localities which are Manado, Aceh, Jambi, Lombok, Samarinda, Pangkal Pinang, and Bandar Lampung; some of them are underrated place in term of highlighting the cuisine. With this event, it can expose more cuisine and culinary from those places, and Wikimedia project as platform to access more knowledge about theirs. Other than that, we hope that there are more local communities/individual will join Wikimedia movement by doing this event.

--Rulwarih (talk) 11:44, 17 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Meursault2004 (talk)

--Meursault2004 (talk) 07:18, 18 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Affandy Murad (talk)

--Affandy Murad (talk) 07:19, 18 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Bangrapip (talk)

--Bangrapip (talk) 14:21, 18 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Naval Scene (talk)

1. The project proposer, Pitchrigi, is one of the co-founders of the Jakarta Wikimedia Community, which successfully launched Wikipedia Betawi last year and is now preparing to launch Wiktionary Betawi. The community is also currently working on a similar, smaller-scale project funded by a grant from Wikimedia Indonesia.[1] I observe that the same model of activities and outreach is being applied to this project, which gives me confidence in its potential for success.
2. The Jakarta Wikimedia Community is a growing group that has been attracting many new members since the past year. As a seasoned Wikipedian, I was also drawn to join because of their proactive engagement and the diverse range of activities they offer. Driven by young, culturally aware individuals, the community is committed to addressing gaps in cultural representation (through text, audio, and visual content). The members come from varied backgrounds, including linguistics graduates, university lecturers, high school teachers, corporate professionals, and homemakers. Additionally, several members have experience with Wikimedia projects, such as Rapid Grants or initiatives with Wikimedia Indonesia, ensuring a robust network and adequate skills in budgeting and evaluation reporting.
3. Beyond the Jakarta Wikimedia Community’s own experience,[2] this project builds on and expands lessons learned from similar initiatives by the Wikimedia Bandung Community[3] and the WikiTutur Project.[4] As mentioned, several members have experience collaborating or networking with other Wikimedia communities in Indonesia, which suggests that the project’s field execution has been carefully considered.
4. For specific projects, Wikipedia, Wiktionary, Wikibook, and Wikimedia Commons will gain valuable new content related to Indonesian language and culture. Regarding the Movement Strategy, this project will foster deep community engagement, enable members to acquire new skills, drive creative digital innovation, and expand outreach to build relationships with organizations and individuals outside Jakarta. These efforts could lay the foundation for future local communities. Overall, I believe this will create a ripple effect for the Jakarta Wikimedia Community, enhancing cohesion and encouraging greater participation in future activities.
5. Yes, I believe the proposal is quite coherent. Its strategies align with clear objectives, the budget supports planned activities, and expected outcomes are measured with realistic metrics.

Naval Scene (talk) 03:22, 20 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Alfiyah Rizzy Afdiquni (talk)

I support the WikiMaknyus program because it helps preserve Betawi food culture and shares it with more people. By documenting traditional dishes in photos and in the Betawi language on Wikipedia, this project keeps local traditions alive and makes them easier to learn about.

--Alfiyah Rizzy Afdiquni (talk) 08:00, 25 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Sathira15 (talk)

I'm sure this will be very helpful to other contributors on all wikimedia projects.

--Sathira15 (talk) 08:02, 25 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Dewinta88 (talk)

This project is crucial to be implemented in order to be beneficial in preserving and introducing Nusantara to the global community

--Dewinta88 (talk) 08:04, 25 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Mrifqis713 (talk)

--Mrifqis713 (talk) 13:28, 25 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Qainiii (talk)

--Qainiii (talk) 01:00, 26 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Ana Ainina (talk)

--Ana Ainina (talk) 03:47, 26 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Cendy00

The WikiMaknyus proposal is important as it highlights Indonesia’s cultural diversity through food and drink, using strategies that directly involve communities, especially underrepresented groups. Its innovative approach builds on past experience and aligns with Wikimedia Movement Strategy for diversity and global participation. The objectives, strategies, budget, and expected outcomes are coherent and mutually supportive.

--Cendy00 (talk) 05:04, 26 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from JyotiPN

I fully support this project by the Wikimedia Jakarta Community to document Indonesia’s culinary traditions. It’s a valuable effort to preserve and share our rich cultural heritage through Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons. I believe it will make a meaningful impact and inspire others to contribute as well. Good luck to the team!
JyotiPN (talk) 05:55, 26 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Ardzun (talk)

We need this kind of project to preserve Indonesian Cuisine and make it accessible to public, especially documentations from rural and unaccessible area.

--Ardzun (talk) 16:51, 28 May 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Mamitaroduaribu (talk)

Saya sangat merekomendasikan Pitchrigi untuk proyek ini. Dia punya kemampuan luar biasa dan dedikasi tinggi dalam setiap pekerjaan yang dia tangani.

Pitchrigi adalah orang yang sangat bisa diandalkan dan punya pemahaman mendalam tentang dokumentasi makanan khas Indonesia yang belum terdapat komunitas wikimedia.

Sehingga dengan project ini dilakukan, akan banyak orang didaerah wikimaknyus tergerak untuk membangun komunitas masing-masing dan membantu mensukseskan project wikimedia.

Pitchrigi juga memiliki pengalaman relevan dan kemampuan pemecahan masalah yang solid. Selama saya kenal, dia orang yang sangat cepat belajar, proaktif, dan sangat bertanggung jawab.

--Mamitaroduaribu (talk) 11:09, 3 June 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Fizzypop21 (talk)

Hi, my name is Fizzypop21, am writing this letter to offer my full endorsement for the "Wikimaknyus" project, an initiative spearheaded by my colleague, Pitchrigi. I know Pitchrigi to be a highly competent, dedicated, and trustworthy individual in every task and responsibility he undertakes. My unwavering confidence in his capabilities and integrity assures me that the "Wikimaknyus" project will successfully achieve its goals under his leadership. The "Wikimaknyus" project holds immense potential as a catalyst for local community development in various target regions. By focusing on capacity building and empowerment, "Wikimaknyus" can encourage local communities to become not just consumers of information but also valuable content producers. This is a crucial step in enriching the open knowledge ecosystem, particularly on Wikimedia platforms.

Through this project, we anticipate that target regions will be able to build and develop their own communities, actively contributing to Wikimedia projects. Imagine each area having enthusiastic groups documenting their local culture, history, geography, and a wealth of other knowledge in their own languages, and then sharing it with the world through Wikipedia, Wikivoyage, Wikimedia Commons, and other Wikimedia initiatives.

The empowerment of these local communities will not only enhance the quantity and quality of content on Wikimedia platforms but also strengthen cultural identity and a sense of ownership over local knowledge. The "Wikimaknyus" initiative represents a strategic investment in the future of free knowledge, specifically regarding Indonesia's culinary heritage, and Pitchrigi is precisely the right person to bring it to fruition.

I am optimistic that "Wikimaknyus" will generate a significant positive impact, inspiring more individuals to engage in the Wikimedia movement, and ultimately, enriching our collective knowledge heritage.

--Fizzypop21 (talk) 11:16, 3 June 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Liem Koo Ga (talk)

--Liem Koo Ga (talk) 23:21, 5 June 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Bungek (talk)

Saya mengajukan Pitchrigi karena Pitchrigi dan kawan-kawan memiliki kemampuan dalam mengerjakan proyek ini dengan baik. Segala hal yang dilakukannya akan baik untuk perkembangan Wikimedia dan budaya Indonesia karena makanan tradisional Indonesia sudah mulai ditinggalkan oleh orang-orang. Selain itu, Pitchrigi sangat berkompeten dalam melakukan hal tersebut. --Bungek (talk) 10:02, 18 June 2025 (UTC)

Endorsement from Xiangliangzai (talk)

I endorse the WikiMaknyus proposal as it offers a creative and culturally resonant approach to documenting Indonesia’s rich diversity through local food and beverages. By combining community workshops, edit-a-thons, and multimedia contributions, the project effectively engages underrepresented communities and addresses content gaps on Wikimedia platforms. Its strategies are well-aligned with the Movement Strategy—particularly around knowledge equity and impact—while also building on lessons from past initiatives. The proposal demonstrates coherence in its objectives, activities, metrics, and budget, making it a promising and meaningful contribution to the Wikimedia movement.

--Xiangliangzai (talk) 12:28, 2 July 2025 (UTC)

Review responses, questions and action items for your application

Hello @Pitchrigi,

Thank you for your application. We have completed the initial review of your application. Here are the combined comments from the team (ESEAP Regional Funds Committee; Wikimedia Indonesia; ESEAP PO).

To summarise:

• Section 4 requires your action;
• Section 5 requires your acknowledgment;
• Section 6 requires your response.

We look forward to your response by 6 August 2025. Please let us know if you require more time to respond. We can adapt.

Thank you.

Regards, Jacqueline on behalf of ESEAP Regional Funds Committee

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Review questions	Collated responses
1) Is the proposal clear in terms of the change it wants to make? Does the proposal indicate value/impact potential? Is the proposal viable?	YES Explanation The change strategy is explicit: travel to target regions, collaborate with local guides to source and photograph dishes, then create and enrich content across Commons, Wikipedia (multiple local languages), Wiktionary, Wikibooks, Wikivoyage, and Wikidata—all using local language terms wherever possible. The elements combine into a coherent theory of change: preserve cultural heritage and local languages by generating multimedia content, while simultaneously growing and engaging regional Wikimedia communities. There is strong evidence that this work can deliver meaningful value: Cultural preservation & language equity: Documenting recipes, terminology, and imagery in endangered or underrepresented languages (Betawi, Sasak, Minangkabau, Sunda) fills critical knowledge gaps and safeguards intangible heritage. Community building: Bringing experienced cadres (Pitchrigi & team) into direct partnership with local editors can spark new contributors and seed ongoing activities in regions with few active Wikipedians. - Cross-project content synergy: Photos on Commons will feed into multiple projects; recipe text on Wikibooks and terms on Wiktionary enrich language resources; guides on Wikivoyage attract readers and travelers; structured data on Wikidata underpins future reuse.
2) Does the applicant have the experience (technical / organizing) capacity to implement this project? Does the applicant or team have experience on target Wikimedia projects?	YES Explanation All listed team members have agreed to their roles, are familiar with Wikimedia processes, and will onboard additional community volunteers as needed. Pitchrigi and outreach members collectively have hundreds of edits across Wikimedia Commons, Betawi Wikipedia, and Indonesian Wikipedia. The team ran WikiTuPrèt & WikiPerkawi in Jakarta, delivering photos, local-language articles, and structured metadata to Commons. They routinely use XTools to monitor contributions, Commons upload workflows, and Wikipedia article analytics. They secured and executed a previous microgrant from Wikimedia Indonesia, proven budget tracking, reporting, and multi-stakeholder coordination. The proposal’s four-month timeline mirrors past projects: pre-survey, on-site documentation sprints, and consolidated reporting. Each outreach staff has experience liaising with local restaurants, coordinating meetups, and facilitating edit-a-thons. Commons & Wikipedia (local languages): Strong track record in photography, media curation, and article creation. Wiktionary & Wikibooks: Limited but growing experience—team members have created glossary entries and recipe pages during prior Jakarta pilot. Wikivoyage & Wikidata: New domains for this team; they’ve outlined usage plans but have not previously published guide-style entries or structured data exports.
3) Does this proposal have support from Wikimedia community members?  Has there been sufficient engagement of community members through the endorsement and feedback process?	YES Explanation The proposal has garnered strong positive support from at least 10 distinct Wikimedia contributors (e.g., Surasutori Useyuni, JyotiPN, Fizzypop21, Bungek). Endorsers highlight cultural preservation, capacity building, and alignment with Movement Strategy, praising Pitchrigi’s track record and the project’s innovative scope. Engagement so far has been predominantly affirmative—a chorus of endorsements without substantial critique or probing questions. There’s minimal back-and-forth on specific budget items or methodological details (e.g., travel necessity, stipend rates, inclusion of Wikivoyage/Wikidata metrics). No major objections or alternative proposals have surfaced on the talk page, but also few requests for clarifications
4) Does the proposed budget adequately reflect the investment needed to achieve the proposed goals?	Recommendations & Considerations (You can make these changes by adding a revised budget tab) The transport stipend is set at 400 k IDR per person—well above the suggested standard of 250 k IDR—adding roughly 4.4 M IDR to overall costs without clear justification. Fully funding Jakarta-based travel for all regions strains the budget; local guides could handle more photography and initial write-ups, reducing the number of flights needed. There is no dedicated line item for training workshops on Wikivoyage or Wikidata, even though the proposal highlights capacity-building as a goal. Recommendations for Optimization 4a) Align transport stipends to the local affiliate standard (250 k IDR) to free up approximately 4.4 M IDR for other uses. 4b) Delegate primary photography and data collection tasks to paid local guides, potentially cutting flight costs by up to 30%. 4c) Reallocate savings into explicit training sessions—allocating 5–10% of the budget—to teach Wikivoyage editing and Wikidata modeling. 4d) Group nearby regions into single trips (for example, combining Lombok with Bali outreach) to reduce both airfare and lodging expenses. 4e) By right-sizing stipends, leveraging local expertise, and redirecting funds toward capacity building, the budget will more accurately match the investment necessary to achieve the project’s ambitious cultural-heritage and community goals.
5) Does the applicant show clarity in what they hope to learn from their work given the change they are hoping to achieve?	Recommendations & Considerations (You can consider adding this into your final report, as needed/if applicable) By tying each learning goal to core activities—field documentation, local-language editing, community outreach—the applicant demonstrates that what they hope to learn flows logically from what they plan to do. For example, learning how recipe-photo uploads spur new editor sign-ups speaks directly to their aim of community growth; understanding cross-cultural barriers feeds back into refining their inclusive outreach model. While the learning objectives are well articulated, the proposal lacks detail on how these lessons will be measured or captured. There’s no mention of: Specific indicators (e.g., pre- and post-event surveys, editor retention rates) Data-collection methods (interviews, focus groups, content-use analytics) Timing and responsibility for learning reviews Without clear evaluation mechanisms, insights risk remaining anecdotal rather than evidence-based. Recommendations to Enhance Clarity: Define measurable indicators for each learning goal (e.g., participant survey scores on “confidence editing in local language,” number of repeat contributors per region). Incorporate simple feedback tools—post-event questionnaires, short interviews with local guides—to systematically capture challenges and successes. Assign a team member to analyze learning data monthly, then share distilled findings on the project report. Leverage existing analytics (Outreach Dashboard, PetScan) to track changes in editor activity tied to project interventions.
6) Questions or feedback to the applicant based on your review	We need a response to these questions 6a) Several microgrant-funded local-cuisine documentation projects exist (e.g., (Palembang, Bandung). What differentiates WikiMaknyus in terms of content scope, methodology, or language preservation? 6b) You aim to learn about cross-cultural collaboration challenges. Could you outline concrete steps—like guided focus groups or structured interviews—to surface those challenges and document best practices? 6c) The proposal mentions Wikivoyage and Wikidata as target projects but omits their metrics. Could you add clear numeric targets for contributions (e.g., number of Wikivoyage guide entries or Wikidata items created)? 6d) In your final report, could you also track net content re-used related to your project? Here are samples of how others teams have done this: https://glamtools.toolforge.org/baglama2/ https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Wiki_Exploration_Program https://glamtools.toolforge.org/baglama2/#gid=1213&month=202301 https://glamtools.toolforge.org/glamorgan.html?&category=Wiki_Exploration_Program&depth=1&month=last

JChen (WMF) (talk) 04:30, 31 July 2025 (UTC)

Response

Dear @JChen (WMF)

Thank you for your responses. We are very excited to read that our proposal is being considered. Next step, I will discuss these responses to our team, then give the answer and revision as soon as possible.

Thank you for kindly attention. Pitchrigi (talk) 08:39, 2 August 2025 (UTC)

Response for "Review responses, questions and action items for your application"

Dear @JCheng (WMF)
I want to answer what you asked several days ago. I answer the question one by one.

4) Does the proposed budget adequately reflect the investment needed to achieve the proposed goals?

Answer 4a) We allocated the budget. Before we need some budget for flight, now the flight cost was reduced and it changed into other beneficial activities, e.g., for edit-a-thon and for Wikivoyage-Wikidata training. We reduced the cost and we have 30% extra cash for doing edit-a-thon and Wikivoyage-Wikidata training.

4b) We increased the payment for local guides. Therefore, they can help several jobs, e.g., being guide for local Wikimedians to take the food picture, record local language voice, collect the words about cooking and food recipes. Before they conduct the programme, they will be taught for doing those programmes, so the collected data will be match the goals.

4c) As explained above.

4d) We only able to group Samarinda and Manado. The others region does not have direct flight, which will not save much flight costs. In turns, we change the plan to go to Bandar Lampung by train and ship instead of taking plane, which allow us to save up to 30% of the flight costs.

4e) As explained above.

5) Does the applicant show clarity in what they hope to learn from their work given the change they are hoping to achieve?

Answer We have defined measurable indicators for the learning goals through questionnare, as recommended. The current draft for the questionnare can be found in here.

6) Questions or feedback to the applicant based on your review

Answer 6a) WikiMaknyus expands its reach both geographically and culturally. This project is designed to engage with various regions across Indonesia’s vast archipelago. Our focus is distributed across five main areas: Sumatra, Java, Borneo, the Nusa Tenggara Islands, and Sulawesi with on-the-ground activities carried out in eight cities: Jakarta, Lombok, Jambi, Samarinda, Bandar Lampung, Pangkal Pinang, Aceh, and Manado. In terms of approach, we document local culinary heritage through photographs uploaded to Wikimedia Commons, while also actively creating new Wikipedia articles, especially on topics that have not previously been covered. Beyond that, we contribute to other Wikimedia projects such as Wikivoyage, Wikidata, Wikibooks, and the Wikimedia Incubator for example, through content in the Sasak language. A key focus of WikiMaknyus is the preservation of local culture. We use and promote local languages such as Jambi Malay and Betawi to narrate culinary traditions as integral parts of cultural identity, many of which still have active speakers but lack sufficient digital documentation.

6b) Following the edit-a-thon, we prepared a questionnaire as a reflective tool for community participants, which can be accessed here. The questions were designed to explore participants’ experiences throughout the contribution process, including how they engaged with and understood different cultural contexts while working on culinary entries for Wikivoyage and Wikidata. From these reflections, we began to identify points of convergence that emerged through cross-cultural collaboration. In addition, we created space for informal conversations, which naturally unfolded during the event. We also conducted a number of short interviews with participants from diverse cultural backgrounds to capture how they interpreted food, traditions, or local terms that came up during the interactive discussions. The outcomes of this process will be compiled into a learning report. We hope this effort will serve as a foundation for a more holistic approach in future activities and as a resource for anyone interested in developing similar projects.

6c) We aimed to make concrete contributions to Wikivoyage and Wikidata. For Wikivoyage, we plan to create a total of eight travel guide articles, each representing one of the cities where our activities took place. Every article will feature the region’s distinctive culinary context, travel routes, and relevant local insights, providing readers with a closer look at each destination. While Wikivoyage was not initially our primary focus, we’ve been more active on Wikipedia and Wikidata, we found the materials we gathered were highly relevant and too valuable to exclude. So, we decided to contribute to Wikivoyage along the way, ensuring the content is developed thoughtfully and with serious intent. Historically, contributions from Indonesia to Wikivoyage have been limited, despite the country’s vast and diverse tourism potential. Through this project, we hope to bring more regional stories to light and encourage new contributors to explore and grow the platform further. For Wikidata, we are targeting five culinary entries from each city, with each item containing at least five data statements, such as place of origin, main ingredients, dish type, and links to relevant Wikipedia articles or Wikimedia Commons media. This approach will result in a minimum of 25 structured statements per city, leading to a total of 200 data statements across the project.

6d) Thank you for the recommendation. We do plan to use the tools mentioned above. These tools will help us monitor how content from this project is being reused. Tracking these data is important to us, as it allows us to assess the real impact—whether the data and articles we’ve created are actually being accessed, read, or repurposed in other Wikimedia projects. We will also include this usage data in our final report as part of the project’s evaluation process.

Thank you kindly attention. We hope these answers can help to give understanding about what we want to do with this programme. Pitchrigi (talk) Pitchrigi (talk) 15:50, 4 August 2025 (UTC)

In addition to this answer, we would also like to inform that we revised the budget on the same file as previous spreadsheet, but on the new "Application Rev." sheet. This file can be accessed through the same link as provided on the proposal or through this link: Budget rev.. Thanks! NikolasKHF (talk) 06:03, 7 August 2025 (UTC)

Your application has been approved

Hello @Pitchrigi,

Thank you for your application and for taking time to respond. Congratulations, your application has been approved in the amount of IDR 50,322,000 from 1 October 2025 to 30 April 2026.

• I extended the implementation timeline. If you complete your project ahead of time, please feel free to submit your final report early via Fluxx.
• Please update your project timeline and budget as needed before you start on your project and provide an update via this talk page so that it matches the approved amount. For example, you can use the existing working document for budget and add a tab labelled final
• During the implementation phase, if you require support for your project from Wikimedia Indonesia, do reach out to them early.
• The following tools may be helpful in analysing the usage and impact of files on Wikimedia projects.

Using Commons Impact Metrics Provides data about the usage of categories and media files on Commons. Wikimedia Analytics API For the category to be added, this process needs to be followed. It uses 'pageviews'.

Using Media Views in Categories mvc.toolforge.org

Additional resources which may be useful

• The reporting requirements and templates for the grant can be found here. All reports are to be completed and submitted via Fluxx.
• Timelines for reporting can be found in your grant agreement or on Fluxx.
• Instructions for post award: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Grants:Processing/Grantee_Portal/Post_award
• Documenting project expenses: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Grants:Documenting_project_expenses

We thank you for your participation in the grant application process and hope to continue to journey with you as you embark on this project. Good luck!

Regards, Jacqueline on behalf of the ESEAP Funds Committee JChen (WMF) (talk) 03:54, 12 August 2025 (UTC)

Hello @JChen (WMF)

I already responded your email and revise the budget. You could see on email.

Thank you in advance Pitchrigi (talk) Pitchrigi (talk) 13:36, 17 August 2025 (UTC)

Acknowledging receipt. Thank you. JChen (WMF) (talk) 09:55, 18 August 2025 (UTC)