WikiIndaba 2023/Microfunding/Wikimedia Ghana User Group

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This request for micro-funding to WikiIndaba 2023 has just been submitted by Robertjamal12 on 27-09-2023 and is awaiting support.

Description

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This application aims to secure micro-funding for organizing a satellite event linked to WikiIndaba 2023 in Accra, Ghana. The primary objective of this event is to enable community members to virtually participate in the main event taking place in Agadir, Morocco, through live streaming.

During the satellite event, we plan to watch live presentations happening on the day of our satellite event. We will facilitate discussions about these sessions as they unfold, providing an opportunity for participants to network, exchange experiences, and socialize with one another.

Additionally, there will be  discussions pertaining to the overall event, and we will create a feedback form for participants to share their observations and feedback about the event. This valuable input will assist us in evaluating the event and making improvements for future editions.

Team

Please specify who is submitting the request, and what their experience is to run activities

• list all people involved, with their linked username

(User:Robertjamal12): An experienced editor, community manager  and event organizer. Will lead this project/event.

(User:FrembreA):  Program Manager for Wikimedia Ghana User Group. She will provide general support to task lead, communication, and will contribute to other aspects of the event.

• clarify whether the request is from an affiliate usergroup, chapter or a yet-to-be/non-affiliated group.

This request is from affiliate, Wikimedia Ghana User Group

• also clarify whether the funds would be transferred to an individual or to an organization bank account

The funds would be transferred to an organization's bank account.

Outcomes

Please provide a range or estimate for the number of participants the funding will support.

The funds will support 15 - 20 participants.

Summary

• Name of contact person: Robert Obiri Okyere
• Username of contact person: Robertjamal12
• Affiliate (if applicable): Wikimedia Ghana User Group
• Country: Ghana
• Event date and location:  : 4th November 2023, Accra
• Other stakeholders (if applicable):

Budget

Item	Unit price ($)	Quantity	Total ($)
Space	$70	1	$70
Food and refreshment	$5	20	$100
Internet data	$30	1	$30
Minor transport	$5	20	$100
Total			$300

Any changes made to the budget after the application is submitted will void the application. You will then need to submit an updated application

Jury decision

Dear Robertjamal12 and colleagues from Wikimedia Ghana User Group,

We are sincerely grateful for the time and effort you invested in applying for a micro-grant for WikiIndaba 2023. Your interest in contributing to this event is highly appreciated.

Unfortunately, we have to inform you that your application was not selected for the micro-grant. We received an overwhelming number of quality applications (77 applications for only 7 grants), which made the decision process extremely challenging. Given the constraints, our focus has been on projects from underrepresented communities or groups that lack on-site representation at the conference. The team decided therefore to provide the grants only to countries where there are no user groups at the moment.

Though your application was not selected, we greatly value your interest in WikiIndaba 2023. To stay engaged and catch all the latest updates, we invite you to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and instagram. Additionally, we encourage you to subscribe to our YouTube channel, where we'll be sharing conference highlights and key sessions. We also suggest reaching out to your group members who will be participating in the conference, so they can share experiences and learnings with you.

Best regards,

Organizing Committee, WikiIndaba Conference 2023 -- WikiIndaba2021 (talk) 14:00, 11 October 2023 (UTC)