Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/WikiForHumanRights 2024 in Nigeria (ID: 22591759)

This is an automatically generated Meta-Wiki page. The page was copied from Fluxx, the web service of Wikimedia Foundation Funds where the user has submitted their application. Please do not make any changes to this page because all changes will be removed after the next update. Use the discussion page for your feedback. The page was created by CR-FluxxBot.

Applicant Details

Main Wikimedia username. (required)

Semmy1960

Organization

N/A

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)

N/A

Describe all relevant roles with the name of the group or organization and description of the role. (required)

Main Proposal

1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.

WikiForHumanRights 2024 in Nigeria

2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.

2024-05-30 - 2024-08-30

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)

WikiForHumanRights

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)

The change we are striving to bring about through the Wikimedia for Human Rights 2024 campaign is an enriched understanding and broader awareness of key human rights issues related to sustainability in Nigeria. We aim to deepen the discourse on sustainable agriculture, the right to food, sustainable urban construction, the right to housing, clean water, sanitation, and environmental protection, all of which are crucial for achieving a sustainable future as endorsed by international human rights documents and the Sustainable Development Goals.

Our analysis reveals a knowledge gap and limited content availability on these critical issues within the Wikimedia landscape specifically on Wikipedia and Wikidata, particularly in the context of Nigeria. For instance, essential environmental topics, such as water and sanitation, essential for health sustainability (linked with SDGs 5, 3, & 13), are underrepresented. There's a notable absence of comprehensive data and articles related to Nigeria's ministries and organizations dealing with these sustainability challenges. This inadequate information not only hinders global understanding but also affects local populations' access to valuable knowledge that could inform better practices and policies.

Furthermore, language accessibility(SDGs 4) emerges as a significant barrier. For example, the Igala community's limited access to climate change information in their native language prevents them from fully engaging with and understanding these critical issues. This language gap exacerbates knowledge disparities and hinders effective community involvement in sustainability initiatives.

In the Niger Delta region, environmental degradation's impact on human rights is profound yet underreported. Over 2.5 billion cubic feet of natural gas are flared daily, contributing to health problems and ecological damage. Information about the region's environmental challenges, especially how they intersect with human rights(SDGs 3, 6, 13, 14, 15) is sparse, calling for focused content development to highlight and address these issues.

Northern Nigeria faces acute challenges with waste management (SDGs 14), where an estimated 32 million tons of solid waste is produced annually, yet only 20-23% is appropriately managed. The resultant pollution poses significant health risks, yet detailed and localized information on waste management practices and their environmental and health impacts is lacking on Wikimedia platforms.

In addressing these challenges, our consolidated strategy involves creating and enhancing Wikimedia content to reflect Nigeria's specific contexts and challenges in these areas. By improving the availability and quality of information, translating key content into local languages, and engaging with experts and community members for content verification and enrichment, we aim to build a more informed community that can actively participate in shaping a sustainable future. Enhancing content related to sustainable practices, human rights, and environmental protection will empower individuals and communities with the knowledge to advocate for and implement changes that align with the Sustainable Development Goals and international human rights standards.

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 achieve the desired changes, we would build the following activities aligned with our set strategies:

Recruitment, Community engagement and sustaining WikiForHuman Rights: The project will collaborate with 7 selected local community leaders and at least 3 Stakeholders in Anambra, Imo, the Igala-speaking regions, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) Ile Ife, the Niger Delta, Kaduna, and Gombe State Nigeria. These stakeholders include the Department of Geography and Environmental Management, Ministry of Environment, State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and other Non Governmental organizations. Leveraging these local community collaborations and partnerships, we would mobilize at least 175 new and existing community members in Nigeria to participate in the campaign. , Using roundtable discussions, we will stimulate understanding and promote knowledge at the intersection of agriculture, urban construction, health, climate actions, environmental protection, and human rights through the lens of Wikimedia projects. By combining community engagement with the development of dedicated WikiForHuman Rights organizing in these Nigerian regions, we aim to foster a deep-rooted sense of ownership, collaboration, and active participation in sustainability efforts. These communities will serve as hubs for learning, sharing best practices, and generating content, thereby creating a sustainable ecosystem of knowledge and activism. Engaging community members through panel discussions, and collaborative content creation will enhance their commitment to sustainable practices in supporting the collective pursuit of the Sustainable Development Goals to make informed decisions. Capacity building for organizers and local communities Organize local physical and online training sessions for participants to learn how to contribute to sustainable agriculture, sustainable urban construction, and environmental protection related topics on Wikipedia, Wikidata and Wikivoyage. These trainings would be led by the local community leaders with support from the campaign national coordinators. Participating communities would also be mobilized to participate in the different global and regional capacity-building sessions organized by the campaign. Content Development and Localization: To overcome language barriers and enhance accessibility, we will focus on developing and improving content in English and most importantly in the local languages of the participating communities such as Igala, igbo among others Hence, local community leaders would organize editing, translating and writing activities to engage participants from 7 different Nigerian states to build knowledge relating to sustainable agriculture, sustainable urban construction, and environmental protection on Wikipedia, Wikidata and other Wikimedia projects. This strategy ensures that the information is culturally relevant and easily understood, improving engagement and effectiveness in promoting sustainability initiatives. By prioritizing key areas and localizing content, we aim to significantly boost understanding and active participation in sustainable practices across the diverse regions we target. Some of the activities that would span across the 7 different states includes: Anambra Wikimedia Nigeria Network - (two in-person and 2 online training sessions Igala Community - (One in-person and two online training sessions); OAU Fan Club - (one in-person and two online training sessions); Port Harcourt Wikimedia Nigeria Hub - one in-person and two online training sessions); Kaduna Network - (one in-person and three online training sessions); Imo Wikimedia Nigeria Network community - two in-person event and two online trainings); Gombe Wikimedia Nigeria Network - two in person and two online training.

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.

Semmy1960: Certified Organizer for Wikimedia topics of impact and the national coordinator for W4HR 2024. Working alongside with Bukola as the National Coordinator Bukky658; Certified Organizer for Wikimedia topics of impact and the Co-National Coordinator for W4HR 2024. I will perform the managerial role, develop a strategic plan, and coordinate with selected local organizers to plan, implement, and evaluate all W4HR 2024 activities in Nigeria. Ugwulebo : An experienced Wikimedian and co-founder of the Port Harcourt Wikimedia Hub. He has organized several Wikimedia projects in Nigeria. He will coordinate the project in Port Harcourt. AgnesAbah : Team lead for the Igala community for the Wikiforhumanrights Campaign in Nigeria. Agnes Abah Co founder and Team lead for Igala wikimedia community Ngostarady2k: Project Coordinator for Anambra Network for the Wikiforhumanrights Campaign in Nigeria. Ngozi Perpetua Osuchukwu Ph.D is a Librarian and Information Scientist. She is a Lecturer in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Nigeria. She is the President of Wikimedia Anambra Network of Wikimedia User Group Nigeria. Dr Ngozi has facilitated many Wikimedia projects. She has presented and published many Wikimedia articles both locally and Internationally. Her research interests areas include Community information, Women and children, ICT, Wikipedia and Social justice Inyor4mr: Will be coordinating Wikimedia Kaduna Network.she is a certified Librarian and founder of Wikimedia Kaduna Network. She will coordinate all the activities concerning this campaign in Kaduna Praise03: acting leader Oau wikimedia community. I organize and create awareness programs on how to contribute to wikimedia movement and core content policies in my community. Atibrarian : He is coordinating Gombe community. Ismail Atiba, is an experienced wikimedia and community Lead Coordinator, at Wikimedia Gombe Network. Emmanuel Obiajulu: Team Lead Wikimedia Imo State Network. Will direct, manage, and motivate Wikimedia volunteers in the execution of this project in Imo State.

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 project targets primarily Wikimedia communities in seven Nigerian states. These local communities include Anambra Wikimedia Nigeria Network, Imo Wikimedia Nigeria Network, Igala Wikimedia Community, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) Wikimedia Fan Club, Port Harcourt Wikimedia Hub, Kaduna Wikimedia Nigeria Network and Gombe Wikimedia Nigeria Network. The leaders of these Wikimedia communities would collaborate with the national coordinators to mobilize and engage their community members in the campaign. They would also leverage the project partnerships to recruit new participants that would join in the campaign activities. Beyond the communities, the campaign is also open to other wikimedia communities and wikimedians in Nigeria with interest to participate in the local activities but not listed in the proposal. The leaders would adopt their different local community communication channels such as Whatsapp groups as a platform for onboarding and engaging participants during the campaign period. Such Whatsapp groups would serve as a channel for continuous engagement even after the campaign activities. The national coordinators also have a dedicated whatsapp group with the 7 local community leaders for planning and implementing set activities for the campaign.

Additionally, awareness will be created through visits to selected institutions, meetings with young climate activists, and promoting the project on social media. The call for participation will be made through the Fan clubs, Hubs, and Network's social media platforms using e-posters and banners.

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.

N/A

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.

We have announced on the Wikimedia Niger User Group Meta page. link here: https://meta.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/Talk:Wikimedia_User_Group_Nigeria#c-Semmy1960-20240330223300-WikiForHumanRights_2024_in_Nigeria

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)

Geography

13. Does your proposal include any of these areas or thematic focus? Select one option that most applies to your work. (required)

Climate Change and sustainability

14. Will your work focus on involving participants from any underrepresented communities? Select one option that most apply to your work. (required)

Not applicable

15. In what ways do you think your proposal most contributes to the Movement Strategy 2030 recommendations. Select one that most applies. (required)

Innovate in Free Knowledge

Learning and metrics

17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)

What effective strategies for documenting local sustainability knowledge in the Nigerian context are similar or different for the participating communities? What kind of support and/or activities do participants find interesting?

Did the Fan Club, Hub or Network organizers develop the required skills and have the time and motivation needed to continue to facilitate the campaign in their communities? Do the organizers feel empowered and supported to monitor the contributions of participants? What form of training and/or support was effective for new Wikimedians to gain relevant skills? Did such skills motivate them to continue editing after the campaign?

18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)

Number of participants, editors, and organizers
Other Metrics	Target	Optional description
Number of participants	160	Number of participants who will attend and benefit from the campaign
Number of editors	100	50 new editors, 70 experienced editors who will be a part of the campaign
Number of organizers	16	Seven local organisers, seven support volunteers, and two National Coordinators Semmy1960 and Bukky658 are the National Coordinators Ngostarady2k:Coordinating Anambra Wikimedia Nigeria Network AgnesAbah: Coordinating Igala Community Praise03: Coordinating OAU Fan Club Ugwulebo: Coordinating Port Harcourt Wikimedia Nigeria Hub Emmanuel Obiajulu:Coordinating Imo Wikimedia Nigeria Network community Inyor4mr: Coordinating Kaduna community Atibrarian : He is coordinating the Gombe community. Seven support organisers supporting the community leads in their local communities

Number of content contributions to Wikimedia projects
Wikimedia project	Number of content created or improved
Wikipedia	560
Wikimedia Commons	200
Wikidata	460
Wiktionary
Wikisource
Wikimedia Incubator
Translatewiki
MediaWiki
Wikiquote
Wikivoyage
Wikibooks
Wikiversity
Wikinews
Wikispecies
Wikifunctions or Abstract Wikipedia

Optional description for content contributions.

The Wikimedia projects we will focus on include Wikipedia, Wikidata, and Wikimedia Commons. We aim to quantify our contributions through various means such as creating new articles, editing existing articles, expanding articles, uploading images, and incorporating relevant images to Wikipedia articles.

19. Do you have any other project targets in numbers (metrics)? (optional)

No

Main Open Metrics Data
Main Open Metrics	Description	Target
N/A	N/A	N/A
N/A	N/A	N/A
N/A	N/A	N/A
N/A	N/A	N/A
N/A	N/A	N/A

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)

outreach dashboard would be used to measure our metrics.

Financial proposal

21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1e740duECXzBD3pMoaaX7LGTNnxoMH2qAl80b6Ity26k/edit?usp=sharing

22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)

6947437.5 NGN

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.

4998.16 USD

We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.

Yes

Endorsements and Feedback

Please add endorsements and feedback to the grant discussion page only. Endorsements added here will be removed automatically.

Community members are invited to share meaningful feedback on the proposal and include reasons why they endorse the proposal. Consider the following:

Stating why the proposal is important for the communities involved and why they think the strategies chosen will achieve the results that are expected.
Highlighting any aspects they think are particularly well developed: for instance, the strategies and activities proposed, the levels of community engagement, outreach to underrepresented groups, addressing knowledge gaps, partnerships, the overall budget and learning and evaluation section of the proposal, etc.
Highlighting if the proposal focuses on any interesting research, learning or innovation, etc. Also if it builds on learning from past proposals developed by the individual or organization, or other Wikimedia communities.
Analyzing if the proposal is going to contribute in any way to important developments around specific Wikimedia projects or Movement Strategy.
Analysing if the proposal is coherent in terms of the objectives, strategies, budget, and expected results (metrics).

Endorse