Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Art+Feminism in the Hausa Community (ID: 22919996)
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Applicant Details
edit- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
A'isha A Ibrahim
- Organization
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- 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)
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- 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.
Art+Feminism in the Hausa Community
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2025-04-20 - 2025-06-30
- 4. Where will this proposal be implemented? (required)
Nigeria
- 5. Are your activities part of a Wikimedia movement campaign, project, or event? If so, please select the relevant project or campaign. (required)
Art+Feminism Celebrate Women
- 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)
To bridge the gender gap in Wikimedia projects, this campaign will focus on increasing the representation of Hausa women in art and culture. Many talented female artists, historians, and cultural figures remain undocumented, while female contributors often feel excluded or lack confidence in content creation. Through the Art+Feminism campaign, we aim to change this by amplifying women’s voices, highlighting their achievements, and fostering greater participation. By encouraging inclusivity and engagement, we seek to create a space where women feel empowered to share knowledge and contribute equally to Wikimedia projects.
However, several challenges hinder women's participation in Wikimedia activities. The lack of representation of female artists and historians has left their contributions largely invisible. Additionally, there is a significant gender gap among contributors, with only a few active Hausa women editors who often feel underrepresented or lack confidence. Many potential contributors are also unfamiliar with Wikimedia editing or find the process intimidating. Furthermore, cultural and social norms sometimes discourage women from engaging in Wikimedia projects, further limiting their participation.
To address these issues, our team will implement a series of targeted approaches. We will launch awareness campaigns on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, as well as conduct local outreach to encourage participation. Collaborating with Feminist Coalition organization, Art and Culture Foundation will help source reliable information and engage more contributors. Additionally, we will build a supportive community where experienced editors mentor new participants, ensuring long-term engagement. Workshops will be conducted to train participants in editing and creating Wikipedia articles, particularly those focused on women in the arts. Finally, edit-a-thons will be organized to actively improve and create articles about women’s artistic contributions, using credible sources to close the existing knowledge gap.
- 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.
To accomplish the project's goals, we will start with pre-event planning and outreach by raising awareness through social media campaigns, distributing printed materials, and engaging with organizations like Feminist Coalition to build support for the initiative. Additionally, we will hold an online meeting with facilitators and community leaders to refine event logistics and ensure alignment with the campaign’s objectives. The training sessions will introduce participants to the Art+Feminism campaign, address the gender gap in Wikimedia, highlight the contributions and challenges of women in art, and facilitate interactive discussions through a panel session. Participants will also take part in hands-on activities such as identifying underrepresented content, brainstorming documentation strategies, and learning how to contribute effectively to Wikimedia projects. Following this, we will conduct an edit-a-thon, both in-person and online, where participants will improve existing articles and create new ones focused on women in art and cultural movements, with facilitators providing guidance to maintain content quality. To sustain engagement beyond the event, our post-event follow-up will track participant contributions using an event dashboard, issue certificates of participation to motivate continued involvement, and compile a comprehensive report outlining key achievements, challenges, and lessons learned. By implementing these structured activities and fostering collaborations, we aim to create a more inclusive Wikimedia space that accurately represents Hausa women in art and culture.
- 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.
- A'isha A Ibrahim ( Organizer ): responsible for overall coordination of the project, planning, and managing logistics. She is a member of the Hausa Wikimedians User Group and a volunteer.
- M Bash Ne ( Lead Facilitator ): tasked with leading training sessions, guiding participants, and ensuring smooth learning activities. He is also a member of the Hausa Wikimedians User Group and a volunteer.
- Ummun Sultan ( Facilitator ): assisting with training, providing technical guidance, and answering participant questions. She is a member of the Hausa Wikimedians User Group and a volunteer.
- Hamza DK (Facilitator ): supporting hands-on activities, monitoring participant progress, and providing one-on-one guidance. He is a member of the Hausa Wikimedians User Group and a volunteer.
- Maifada ( Facilitator ): responsible for coordinating group discussions, assisting with identifying content gaps, and providing editing advice. He is a member of the Hausa Wikimedians User Group and a volunteer.
- Fatima Batul Mukhtar is a Guest Speaker, presenting on women in feminism and their contributions to the Hausa community. She is a feminist activist and expert/community leader and a volunteer. You can learn more about her on Balaraba Ramat Yakubu's Wikipedia page.
- 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)
This proposal primarily targets women from the Hausa community, who are often underrepresented in Wikimedia projects, along with any other individuals interested in contributing. To engage these participants, we will initiate awareness campaigns via social media platforms and distribute flyers within the local community. Throughout the event, participants will be actively involved in the planned training and edit-a-thon sessions. Following the activities, we will keep the momentum going by establishing a social media group or page, providing ongoing guidance and addressing any challenges or questions that arise from the participants. Furthermore, certificates of participation will be given to attendees, encouraging continued involvement and fostering a sense of commitment to contributing to Wikimedia projects.
- 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.
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- 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.
- 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)
Content Gender gap
- 13. Does your proposal include any of these areas or thematic focus? Select one option that most applies to your work. (required)
Gender and diversity
- 14. Will your work focus on involving participants from any underrepresented communities? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)
Gender Identity
- 15. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select one that most applies. (required)
Ensure Equity in Decision-making
Learning and metrics
edit- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
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| Number of participants | ||
| Number of editors | ||
| Number of organizers |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
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| Wikipedia | |
| Wikimedia Commons | |
| Wikidata | |
| Wiktionary | |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | |
| 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
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- 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)
Financial proposal
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- 22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)
- 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.
USD
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No
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