Grants:Programs/Wikimedia Community Fund/Rapid Fund/Wikipedia mental health awareness campaign (ID: 22281741)
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Applicant Details
[edit]- Main Wikimedia username. (required)
Abhal555
- 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
[edit]- 1. Please state the title of your proposal. This will also be the Meta-Wiki page title.
Wikipedia mental health awareness campaign
- 2. and 3. Proposed start and end dates for the proposal.
2023-10-28 - 2023-12-12
- 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)
WikiGap
- 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 main challenges facing the LGBTQ+ community regarding mental health include: Stigma and discrimination: LGBTQ+ individuals often face societal stigma and discrimination, which can lead to feelings of shame, low self-esteem, and internalized homophobia or transphobia. This can significantly impact their mental health and well-being..Minority stress: trans+ individuals may experience minority stress, which refers to the chronic stressors they face due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. This stress can result from experiences of prejudice, discrimination, and social exclusion, leading to higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.3.Lack of access to LGBTQ+ affirmative care: Many mental health professionals may not have adequate training or knowledge about the unique challenges faced by trans+ individuals. This can result in a lack of appropriate care and support, making it difficult for trans individuals to find mental health services that are affirming and understanding of their experiences. Higher rates of mental health disorders: Research consistently shows that trans individuals have higher rates of mental health disorders compared to their heterosexual and cisgender counterparts. This can be attributed to the various challenges they face, including stigma, discrimination, and lack of social support. Intersectionality: trans individuals who belong to multiple marginalized groups, such as people of color, individuals with disabilities, or those from low-income backgrounds, may face compounded challenges and discrimination. This intersectionality can further impact their mental health and well-being. Suicidal ideation and self-harm: trans individuals are at a higher risk of suicidal ideation and self-harm compared to the general population. This risk is often attributed to the challenges they face, including rejection from family and friends, bullying, and societal stigma.Addressing these challenges requires creating safe and inclusive spaces, increasing access to community affirmative mental health care, educating mental health professionals about trans issues, and promoting acceptance and understanding within society. There are several main approaches to address mental health among trans communities trans-inclusive mental health services: Providing mental health services that are specifically tailored to the needs of trans individuals. This includes training mental health professionals to be knowledgeable about trans issues, creating safe and affirming spaces, and offering specialized support groups. Education and awareness: Increasing awareness and understanding of LGBTQ mental health issues among both the community and the general public. This can be done through Wikipedia workshops, and educational programs that aim to reduce stigma and promote acceptance.
- 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.
Introduction to Wikipedia: This activity provides an overview of Wikipedia, its policies, and guidelines. Participants learn about the basics of editing, creating an account, and navigating the site.2.Editing practice: Participants are given hands-on experience in editing Wikipedia articles. They learn how to make small edits, add references, format text, and add images. This activity helps them gain confidence in editing and familiarizes them with the editing interface.3.Article creation: Participants learn how to create new articles on Wikipedia. They are guided through the process of researching and writing a new article, ensuring it meets Wikipedia's notability and verifiability guidelines.4.Citation and referencing: This activity focuses on teaching participants how to add citations and references to articles. They learn how to find reliable sources, format citations, and use citation templates.5.Collaborative editing: Participants work together in groups to improve existing Wikipedia articles. They learn how to collaborate effectively, discuss changes, and resolve conflicts. This activity emphasizes the importance of consensus-building and maintaining a neutral point of view.6.Image uploading: Participants learn how to upload images to Wikimedia Commons, the media repository for Wikipedia. They learn about copyright issues, licensing, and how to properly attribute images.
- 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.
As a Wikipedia editor with 2 years of experience, I have gained a deep understanding of the platform's policies, guidelines, and community standards. I am well-versed in editing articles, creating new pages, and improving existing content.During my time as an editor, I have successfully contributed to a wide range of topics, including history, human rights technology, and popular culture. I have a keen eye for detail and strive to ensure that all information added to Wikipedia is accurate, reliable, and properly sourced.I am also proficient in using Wikipedia's markup language and templates, allowing me to format articles in a consistent and professional manner.I lead the events
- 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)
The targeted participants in the Wikipedia project are queering individuals who are interested in contributing to the creation and improvement of articles on mental topics. These participants can be anyone with knowledge or expertise in a particular subject, including experts, researchers, enthusiasts, and the general public. The project aims to engage individuals who are willing to share their knowledge, verify information, and collaborate with others to create a comprehensive and reliable encyclopedia. Social Media Platforms i will Utilize popular social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, or Tik Tok to share information, news, articles, or updates. These platforms allowed me to follow up a wide audience and engage with participants after the events.
- 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.
I've informed the relevant community about the projects with the aim of activating new users raising awareness about Wikipedia content gabs that exists on topics of LGBTQ +related articles the events will be shared on relevant community user group discussion page
- 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)
Sexual Orientation
- 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)
Identify Topics for Impact
Learning and metrics
[edit]- 17. What do you hope to learn from your work in this project or proposal? (required)
I want to learn how to educate people about various mental health conditions, I want learn how to reduce stigma surrounding mental illness, I want to learn how to promote understanding and empathy, and how to encourage individuals to seek help when needed. I want to learn how The campaign may also aim to provide resources and support for those struggling with mental health issues and promote overall mental well-being.
- 18. What are your Wikimedia project targets in numbers (metrics)? (required)
| Other Metrics | Target | Optional description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of participants | 15 | Number of expected participants |
| Number of editors | 15 | 15 participants including 10 new editors |
| Number of organizers | 3 | Two experienced editors and one projects expert will lead the events |
| Wikimedia project | Number of content created or improved |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia | 100 |
| Wikimedia Commons | 10 |
| Wikidata | |
| Wiktionary | |
| Wikisource | |
| Wikimedia Incubator | |
| Translatewiki | |
| MediaWiki | |
| Wikiquote | |
| Wikivoyage | |
| Wikibooks | |
| Wikiversity | |
| Wikinews | |
| Wikispecies | |
| Wikifunctions or Abtsract Wikipedia |
- Optional description for content contributions.
N/A
- 19. Do you have any other project targets in numbers (metrics)? (optional)
Yes
| Main Open Metrics | Description | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Wikipedia | Grief and loss
parenting and mental health Workplace stress and burnout Mental health stigma and discrimination Mental health in the LGBTQ+ community |
50 |
| 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)
Event dashboard
Financial proposal
[edit]- 21. Please upload your budget for this proposal or indicate the link to it. (required)
- 22. and 22.1. What is the amount you are requesting for this proposal? Please provide the amount in your local currency. (required)
2270777 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.
2950 USD
- We/I have read the Application Privacy Statement, WMF Friendly Space Policy and Universal Code of Conduct.
Yes
Endorsements and Feedback
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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).