Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Wiki Loves Folklore 2024 Zambia (ID: 22458605)/Final Report
Report Status: Under review
Due date: 2024-07-30T00:00:00Z
Funding program: Rapid Fund
Report type: Final
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- Applicant username: Icem4k
- Organization name: N/A
- Amount awarded: 2988.66
- Amount spent: 2554.18 USD, 68349.12
Part 1: Project and impact[edit]
1. Describe the implemented activities and results achieved. Additionally, share which approaches were most effective in supporting you to achieve the results. (required)
Awareness Campaigns: Social Media Promotions: Leveraged platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to spread the word about the competition this was very useful. Workshops: Organized in-person sessions to educate participants on how to contribute effectively. documentation is yet to uploaded on Wikimedia Commons.
2. Documentation of your impact. Please use space below to share links that help tell your story, impact, and evaluation. (required)
Share links to:
- Project page on Meta-Wiki or any other Wikimedia project
- Dashboards and tools that you used to track contributions
- Some photos or videos from your event. Remember to share access.
You can also share links to:
- Important social media posts
- Surveys and their results
- Infographics and sound files
- Examples of content edited on Wikimedia projects
- https://outreachdashboard.wmflabs.org/courses/Wikimedia_Community_Zambia/Wiki_Loves_Folklore_2024_Zambia_(February_1_to_31_March,_2024)
- https://wikiloves.toolforge.org/folklore/2024
- https://wikiloves.toolforge.org/folklore/2024/Zambia
Additionally, share the materials and resources that you used in the implementation of your project. (required)
For example:
- Training materials and guides
- Presentations and slides
- Work processes and plans
- Any other materials your team has created or adapted and can be shared with others
3. To what extent do you agree with the following statements regarding the work carried out with this Rapid Fund? You can choose “not applicable” if your work does not relate to these goals. Required. Select one option per question. (required)
| A. Bring in participants from underrepresented groups | Neither agree nor disagree |
| B. Create a more inclusive and connected culture in our community | Agree |
| C. Develop content about underrepresented topics/groups | Strongly agree |
| D. Develop content from underrepresented perspectives | Strongly agree |
| E. Encourage the retention of editors | Agree |
| F. Encourage the retention of organizers | Agree |
| G. Increased participants' feelings of belonging and connection to the movement | Agree |
| F. Other (optional) |
Part 2: Learning[edit]
4. In your application, you outlined some learning questions. What did you learn from these learning questions when you implemented your project? How do you hope to use this learnings in the future? You can recall these learning questions below. (required)
You can recall these learning questions below: Learning Question 1: How effective were our community engagement strategies in reaching diverse participants across different regions in Zambia? Data Collection: Monitor participation demographics, attendance at workshops, and community events. Collect feedback on the reach and inclusivity of engagement efforts. Learning Question 2: How did the project contribute to the development of participants' photography skills and their ability to capture cultural narratives? Data Collection: Gather feedback through post-event surveys on participants' perceived improvements in photography skills. Evaluate the technical quality and storytelling aspects of submitted photos. Learning Question 3: How effective were the training sessions and workshops in preparing participants for the competition, considering both online and offline formats? Data Collection: Assess workshop attendance, participation levels, and post-workshop feedback. Evaluate the quality of submitted photos in relation to workshop topics. Learning Question 4: How did partnerships with cultural organizations, educational institutions, and local businesses contribute to the success of the project? Data Collection: Evaluate the level of engagement and support from partners. Collect feedback on the perceived value of these partnerships from both organizers and participants.
Through the implementation of our project, we learned valuable lessons from our community engagement strategies, training sessions, and partnerships. Our efforts successfully reached a diverse group of participants across different regions in Zambia, though urban areas had higher participation rates. Feedback highlighted the need for more targeted outreach to remote communities and continuous feedback mechanisms to enhance inclusivity. Participants reported significant improvements in their photography skills, particularly in technical aspects and storytelling. Interactive and hands-on workshops proved to be the most effective, with both online and offline formats showing varied engagement levels. Our partnerships with cultural organizations, educational institutions, and local businesses were instrumental, adding credibility and enriching the learning experience.
In the future, we plan to design targeted outreach strategies for rural areas and enhance our inclusivity efforts through diverse communication channels. We'll continue offering blended learning with a focus on interactive sessions and develop advanced curriculum content. Ongoing support, such as online tutorials and mentorship, will help participants further develop their skills. Strategic partnerships will remain a cornerstone of our approach, ensuring mutual benefits and clear roles to maximize impact. By applying these learnings, we aim to create more inclusive, skill-focused, and collaboratively driven projects that achieve greater success and impact.
5. Did anything unexpected or surprising happen when implementing your activities? This can include both positive and negative situations. What did you learn from those experiences? (required)
We got a partnership with Likumbi Lya Mize Traditional Ceremony National Team. This partnership was an unexpected and delightful surprise during our project implementation. It opened up numerous opportunities for cultural exchange and provided us with unique access to document and share the rich heritage of the Likumbi Lya Mize Traditional Ceremony. The unexpected partnership with the Likumbi Lya Mize Traditional Ceremony National Team proved to be a valuable experience, contributing significantly to the success of our activities and providing us with important insights for future projects.
Lessons Learned:
Value of Partnerships: Building strong partnerships with local cultural institutions can significantly enhance the scope and impact of our projects. The collaboration with the Likumbi Lya Mize team provided us with resources and access that we would not have had otherwise. Flexibility and Adaptability: Being flexible and adaptable in response to unexpected situations is crucial. We learned to quickly devise alternative plans when faced with logistical or technical challenges. Community Involvement: Engaging local communities not only enriches the project but also fosters a sense of ownership and pride among community members. Their enthusiasm and support were instrumental in the success of our activities. Preparation and Planning: Detailed planning and preparation are essential to manage complex partnerships and logistical operations effectively. This includes having backup plans for technical issues and clear communication channels with all stakeholders.
6. What is your plan to share your project learnings and results with other community members? If you have already done it, describe how. (required)
- We will present our project results and insights during regular community meetings and gatherings. These meetings provide a platform for interactive discussions, feedback, and knowledge exchange among community members.
- We will use online platforms such as social media, our blog, and Wikimedia mailing lists to disseminate our project learnings and results.
- Regular updates and posts will be shared to keep the community informed and engaged.
- We hope to present our project outcomes and lessons learned at relevant conferences and events such as Wiki Indaba, Wikimedia Summit, and Wikimania. These events offer a wider audience and the opportunity to share our experiences with a global community of Wikimedia contributors.
- We will actively seek feedback from community members on the shared learnings and results. This feedback will help us refine our approaches and improve future projects.
- Follow-up sessions will be organized to discuss the implementation of suggestions and to track the progress of applying the shared learnings.
Part 3: Metrics[edit]
7. Wikimedia Metrics results. (required)
In your application, you set some Wikimedia targets in numbers (Wikimedia metrics). In this section, you will describe the achieved results and provide links to the tools used.
| Target | Results | Comments and tools used | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 10 | 33 | Some people didn't attend the in person training but signed up online |
| Number of editors | 5 | 10 | |
| Number of organizers | 3 | 6 |
| Wikimedia project | Target | Result - Number of created pages | Result - Number of improved pages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 10 | 98 | 25 |
| Wikimedia Commons | 100 | 120 | 19 |
| Wikidata | 50 | 48 | 220 |
| Wiktionary | |||
| Wikisource | |||
| Wikimedia Incubator | |||
| Translatewiki | |||
| MediaWiki | |||
| Wikiquote | |||
| Wikivoyage | |||
| Wikibooks | |||
| Wikiversity | |||
| Wikinews | |||
| Wikispecies | |||
| Wikifunctions or Abstract Wikipedia |
8. Other Metrics results.
In your proposal, you could also set Other Metrics targets. Please describe the achieved results and provide links to the tools used if you set Other Metrics in your application.
| Other Metrics name | Metrics Description | Target | Result | Tools and comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
9. Did you have any difficulties collecting data to measure your results? (required)
No
9.1. Please state what difficulties you had. How do you hope to overcome these challenges in the future? Do you have any recommendations for the Foundation to support you in addressing these challenges? (required)
Part 4: Financial reporting[edit]
10. Please state the total amount spent in your local currency. (required)
68349.12
11. Please state the total amount spent in US dollars. (required)
2554.18
12. Report the funds spent in the currency of your fund. (required)
Provide the link to the financial report https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1WxhyLLOjZ7XwsHTXC9V9NbCnksj3i3sUMUj93z-4RZU/edit#gid=928458698
12.2. If you have not already done so in your financial spending report, please provide information on changes in the budget in relation to your original proposal. (optional)
13. Do you have any unspent funds from the Fund?
Yes
13.1. Please list the amount and currency you did not use and explain why.
K150.88 which is $5.82
The amount of K150.88 (equivalent to $5.82 at the current exchange rate) was not used during the implementation of the Wiki Loves Folklore 2024 activities due to efficient resource management. Additionally, leveraging free and low-cost digital marketing strategies further reduced expenses, ensuring the allocated budget was used effectively and efficiently.
13.2. What are you planning to do with the underspent funds?
A. Propose to use the underspent funds within this Fund period with PO approval
13.3. Please provide details of hope to spend these funds.
In our next wiki loves x rapid grant
14.1. Are you in compliance with the terms outlined in the fund agreement?
Yes Your response to the review feedback. 14.2. Are you in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in the grant agreement?
Yes
14.3. Are you in compliance with provisions of the United States Internal Revenue Code (“Code”), and with relevant tax laws and regulations restricting the use of the Funds as outlined in the grant agreement? In summary, this is to confirm that the funds were used in alignment with the WMF mission and for charitable/nonprofit/educational purposes.
Yes
15. If you have additional recommendations or reflections that don’t fit into the above sections, please write them here. (optional)
For future projects, we plan to apply for grants earlier to ensure timely access to necessary funds and resources. This proactive approach will allow us to better plan and execute our initiatives. Additionally, we hope to partner with Kawata Cultural Village for the 2025 project, leveraging their expertise and community connections to further enhance the cultural impact and reach of our efforts. These steps will help us build on our successes and address any challenges more effectively.
Review notes[edit]
Review notes from Program Officer:
N/A
Applicant's response to the review feedback.
N/A