Are you skilled in Wikipedia editing and passionate about digital rights? Then apply for the Wikipedian-in-Residence Fellowships! This opportunity offer a $300 monthly stipend, mentorship, and training to amplify youth voices. Apply Below:
When is the Application Deadline:
The application deadline is March 28, 2025.
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Tell Me About The Code for Africa (CfA) Wikipedian-in-Residence (WiR) Fellowships:
Code for Africa (CfA) is offering stipend‐based fellowships to Six (6) African Wikipedians-in-Residence to empower youth voices and promote a secure digital space through Wikimedia projects.
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These fellowships are part of a joint initiative between Code for Africa, the European Partnership for Democracy (EPD), AfricTivistes, CFI Media Development, the World Scout Bureau Africa Regional Office, and the Kofi Annan Foundation (KAF), with contributions from the Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy (NIMD). This initiative, under the African Wikipedian Alliance, aims to address content gaps on Wikimedia projects related to the African Union Convention on Cybersecurity and Personal Data Protection, e-democracy, digital mobilisation in social movements, SDG16, freedom of expression, and human rights in the Sahel region, neighboring West Africa, and the Horn of Africa.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
Fellows will work on topics related to:
- Cybersecurity and Personal Data Protection
- E-democracy
- Digital mobilisation in social movements
- SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions)
- Freedom of expression
- Human rights
Type:
Fellowship
Who can Apply for the Code for Africa (CfA) Wikipedian-in-Residence (WiR) Fellowships?
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a registered Wikimedian with at least two (2) years of experience as an editor and belong to the event organiser user group.
- Ideally be based in the Sahel region, neighbouring West Africa, or the Horn of Africa (exceptional applicants from elsewhere in Africa may be considered)
- Be fluent in English or French (Bilingual is a plus)
- Have a keen interest in digital rights and youth civic engagement.
- Have experience organising edit-a-thons and other Wikimedia events.
- Have experience building topic lists and facilitating technical training.
- Have experience fact-checking content on Wikipedia or be willing to learn.
- Have experience in community mobilisation.
- Possess an interest in the fellowship’s thematic (Cybersecurity and Personal Data Protection, e-democracy, digital mobilisation in social movements, SDG16, freedom of expression, and human rights, among others) focus.
- Be an active contributor to Wikipedia and/or Wikidata with a verifiable portfolio.
- Have no history of blocks or sanctions on Wikimedia projects.
- Demonstrate the ability to track contributions and submit reports efficiently.
- Be willing to participate in mentorship, training, and outreach activities.
- Comply with AWA’s and Wikimedia policies on attribution, privacy, and friendly space guidelines.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
African Countries
Where will the Award be Taken?
Remote
How Many Awards?
6
What is the Benefit of the Code for Africa (CfA) Wikipedian-in-Residence (WiR) Fellowships?
Additionally, fellows will receive:
- A stipend of USD 300 per month for six months.
- Hands-on fact-checking and technical training.
- One-on-one mentorship and continuous support from CfA’s team.
- Incentives for contributors to encourage engagement.
How Long Will the Award Last?
6 months
How to Apply:
Interested applicants must complete the application form before the deadline.
Visit the official application webpage
