Grants talk:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Wikimedia Awareness in Kwami (ID: 22277094)

Endorsment from Bembety (talk)

--Bembety (talk) 07:49, 31 October 2023 (UTC) Summary: The project aims to boost awareness and support for Wikipedia and its related projects. It seeks to engage a diverse audience to both popularize and advocate for these initiatives within the community.

Endorsement from Bukky658 (talk)

I strongly endorse the Wikimedia promotion and training program in Kwami. Despite being a hub of culture and learning in Northern Nigeria, Kwami lacks active Wikipedia editors and initiatives. This project aims to bridge this gap, focusing on the region's prevalent language, Hausa, and ensuring sustained community engagement. The creation of the first Wiki community meetup in Kwami, combined with collaborations with established groups, promises longevity. By supporting this initiative, we're ensuring that Kwami's rich heritage and stories gain rightful representation on global platforms. I wholeheartedly back this proposal and urge others to recognize its importance 20:01, 31 October 2023 (UTC) Bukky658 (talk) 20:01, 31 October 2023 (UTC)

Endorsement

Kwami is part of the historical hubs of Northern Nigeria. It is full of undocumented landscapes, arts, and rich culture. I have been there twice and I can testify to the diversity of languages and ways of life. In this community, the major languages in Northern Nigeria; Hausa and Fulfulde are spoken interchangeably which would also assist in the documentation. @YusufuAM is an incident of the local government with pure and direct access to the people via cultural and language bonds. He is also an experienced Wikimedia editor and I have deep trust in his capacity to deliver the project. Also, he has developed a long-lasting strategy that will keep the project alive with the establishment of a community. Therefore, I give  Strong support to this project. Ibjaja055 (talk) 08:44, 3 November 2023 (UTC)

Endorsment from Huzaifakumo (talk)

The project would play a pivotal role in promoting open access to knowledge. In our digitally connected world, access to reliable and comprehensive information is critical for personal and collective growth. By supporting this project, we are enabling community members to have access to a wealth of information on various topics, thus fostering a culture of learning and curiosity.

Our community has a rich and diverse cultural heritage, which is a source of pride for all of us. This project will allow us to document and share our cultural history, traditions, and languages on a global platform. By doing so, we can help preserve our heritage for future generations and raise awareness about the uniqueness of our community.

Strategies include training programs and workshops to enhance the skills of community members in contributing to Wikimedia projects. This capacity building will empower individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to actively participate and make meaningful contributions.

In conclusion, the project is a valuable asset to our community, promoting knowledge access, cultural preservation, and collaborative learning. The chosen strategies are well-suited to achieve the expected results by engaging the community, building capacity, increasing awareness, and maintaining content quality. I wholeheartedly endorse this project and look forward to the positive impact it will have on our community.

--Huzaifakumo (talk) 09:24, 4 November 2023 (UTC)

Endorsment from Meritkosy (talk)

This Wikimedia project is being organized by experienced wikimedians, it will also have a significant impact on the participants. They will gain valuable skills in editing Wikipedia and other Wikimedia projects, and will also gain a deeper understanding of the importance of free knowledge. They will learn how to research and verify information, and how to work collaboratively with others. The skills and knowledge gained from this project will be beneficial not only to the participants, but also for the wider community,

--Meritkosy (talk) 10:04, 4 November 2023 (UTC)

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This project is important to the educational development of young people in Nigeria. I strongly endorse this Slimzypotter (talk) 11:34, 4 November 2023 (UTC)

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I highly recommend this project as potentially impactful and beneficial... This project is well designed to help the community develop valuable research skills and analytical thinking in terms of verifying information. I personally look forward to the amazing outcome of this initiative. Kitgaksimon (talk) 13:43, 4 November 2023 (UTC)

Endorsment from Affern (talk)

I endorse the proposing project Wikimedia awareness in Kwami. The project aim to Increase awareness about Wikimedia and it's sister project, encourage people to contribute to Wikimedia especially those from underrepresented group and address the knowledge gap in Wikimedia about Kwami.

The strategies chosen to achieve these results are appropriate and well-designed. The proposal includes a mix of online and offline activities.

--Affern (talk) 07:43, 5 November 2023 (UTC)

Endorsment from —Gwanki^📧

I Support this proposal, the proposal seeks to address the lack of Wikipedia editors and awareness in the Kwami community. The project aims to train and recruit new editors, prioritize the use of the local language (Hausa), and establish a Wikimedia editors' community in Kwami for sustainability. The team members have relevant experience, and the project aligns with Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations by focusing on cultural and knowledge gaps and involving underrepresented communities. This initiative has the potential to recruit new editors, create awareness, and contribute significantly to Wikimedia projects in the region.

--—Gwanki^📧 10:38, 5 November 2023 (UTC)

Endorsement from [User:Atibrarian|Atibrarian]]

I  Strong support support this initiative as it aim promote Wikimedia projects in underrepresented community. Atibrarian (talk) 16:21, 5 November 2023 (UTC)

Endorsment from 102.89.23.217

--102.89.23.217 16:30, 7 November 2023 (UTC)

I'm fully supported this project because it Will help in improving the quality of Wikimedia in jewels Savannah 102.89.23.217 16:30, 7 November 2023 (UTC)

Endorsment from Mamman AA (talk)

--Mamman AA (talk) 04:03, 8 November 2023 (UTC) I'm fully supported this project because it helps to groom's knowledge and experiencing people to be a wikipedian and it's sister's projects Mamman AA (talk) 04:03, 8 November 2023 (UTC)

Endorsment from Inyor4mr (talk)

It's a good project for the community to improve on their digital literacy skills. I endorse it. --Inyor4mr (talk) 13:52, 10 November 2023 (UTC)

Endorsement

The comprehensive approach, incorporating both in-person and online training sessions, reflects a thoughtful strategy to engage diverse participants, including students and young individuals. The emphasis on addressing content gaps and establishing a Wikimedia editors' community in Kwami demonstrates a commitment to sustainability and long-term impact. Usmanagm (talk) 00:57, 13 November 2023 (UTC)

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I think the applicant has the potential to lead the proposed activities as he gained relevant experience and the team are well groomed editors. De-Invincible (talk) 07:07, 14 November 2023 (UTC)

Endorsment from Chukydyk (talk)

This Project is important and directed towards promoting Wikimedia projects to the people of Kwami in the Northern part of Nigeria. Creating Wikipedia awareness in this community will not only promote Wikimedia movement but enhance their knowledge by giving the people access to free Knowledge. It is a welcome idea --Chukydyk (talk) 18:28, 16 November 2023 (UTC)

Endorsment from Abdulrahman0044 (talk)

Kwami is a historical and populated place, which is also marked as one of the most visited placed in Nigeria. Extending this initiative to the place will not only help document the notable people/places but also establish a Wikipedia community among young and minded individuals. I strongly endorse this project because of the potential to attract more people to this place.

--Abdulrahman0044 (talk) 03:38, 23 November 2023 (UTC)

Endorsment from Abdulrahman0044 (talk)

--Abdulrahman0044 (talk) 21:30, 23 November 2023 (UTC)

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I have no doubt in supporting the proposed community project due to its proven success and substantial contributions in delivering various projects. The transparency demonstrated by the project has gained my trust and attention. It is commendable how this community consistently focuses on delivering quality work. I wholeheartedly endorse and support their endeavors, and I am confident that their commitment to excellence will continue to benefit Wikimedia projects Abdulazeez Taufeeq (talk) 21:27, 3 December 2023 (UTC)

Funded

Hello @YusufuAM thank you for applying for the rapid fund grant. We reviewed and approved the grant in the amount of NGN 1,682,500 Naira ($2,092.66 USD). Best of luck with your project!

Best regards, (On behalf of the Middle East and Africa regional funds team) ~~~~ YPam (WMF) (talk) 12:22, 11 December 2023 (UTC)

Thank You I'll do every effort to complete the project successfully. YusufuAM (talk) 13:43, 22 December 2023 (UTC)