Dear Wikimedians,
We are inviting you to participate in the review process for the 2nd round of general support funding. Your insights are crucial in helping us allocate resources effectively and support impactful projects within the Wikimedia movement.
*What is needed:*
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Read proposals: Explore the funding requests on the SSA Region Meta https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Grants:Regions/Sub-Saharan_Africa#General_Support_Fund_2 and MENA Region Meta https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Grants:Regions/Middle_East_%26_North_Africa#General_Support_Fund_2 application pages. -
Provide constructive feedback: -
Share your expertise to help applicants strengthen their projects. -
Offer suggestions based on your experiences or concerns that can improve the proposals. -
Ask specific questions to ensure the projects have a clear path to success. -
[Optional] In case it is helpful, you can use this review framework https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Grants:Programs/Wikimedia_Community_Fund/Committee_review_process_and_framework in providing comprehensive feedback. Other formats are welcome.
Timeline:
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Review period: March 19 - April 2 -
How to submit feedback: -
Comment directly on the application discussion pages (preferred) -
Email your feedback to the Program Officer (mea_fund@wikimedia.org mea@wikimedia.org )
Your participation will complement the reviewing and decision-making efforts of the regional funding committee and staff in ensuring impactful resourcing of our movement.
Thank you for your time and dedication.
Sincerely, Veronica Thamaini & Farida El-Gueretly MEA Region Funding Team