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Project ID: 2019-2129

Name of applicant:

Yayasan Kelola

Country of applicant:

Indonesia

Type of applicant:

NGO

Amount requested:

99.975,00USD

Beneficiary country(ies):

Indonesia

Status:

Non Recommended

Total Score: 26.5

IFCD Submissions details

Preselection | National Commissions Review

IFCD Preselection form - - 07/03/2019 - 11:24

Submitted by on 03 Jul 2019

1. Name and contact details of officer from the National Commission for UNESCO

Title:

Family name:

Dewi

Given name:

Desi Elvera

Position:

Head of UNESCO Facilitation Sub-Division/Head of Secretariat of the Indonesian National Commission for UNESCO

Address:

Jalan Jenderal Sudirman Senayan Jakarta C Building 17th Floor

Postcode:

10270

Town:

Jakarta

E-mail:

desi.elvera@gmail.com

2. Justification of pre-selection

What are the main reasons for having pre-selected this project proposal, as compared to other proposals received by the National Commission for UNESCO?:

1. The applicant is a significant stakeholder in the culture sector in Indonesia and appears to have the capacity and competence to manage the project and implement the work plan, as well as ensure the long-term benefit of the project. 2. The applicant has demonstrated its capacity to complete various grant projects, in which some have been running as regular programs that appear to support the sustainability and follow-up of the proposed project. 3. The applicant has significant interest and involvement in issues pertaining to gender equality, contemporary performing arts, and digital issues. 4. The project will contribute toward IFCD Outcome 1 pertaining to support in cultural policy making. 5. The project has strong potential to make a meaningful impact in meeting the needs and priorities of Indonesia by supporting five, possibly six, agendas of the National Strategies on Culture. 6. The organization has a strong foundation based on membership that consist of artists and alumni as well as partners throughout Indonesia. 7. The project will produce a digital platform that consist of repository data of artists, knowledge of performing arts, visualization, website, convening and book as well as strong network with artists and partners.

3. The applicant institution/organization

What elements demonstrate that the applicant institution/organization is a significant stakeholder in the culture sector (locally / nationally / internationally)?:

1. Operation for about 20 years; 2. Heavily involved in the culture sector, in particular on subjects closely related to the 2005 Convention; 3. Previous activities indicated strong collaboration between artists, practitioners, and civil society that provide alternative facts and data needed for policy making and implementation; 4. Strong track record in receiving and granting grants for a vast number of culture programs at the national level such as Art Sharing Session, Artists Empowerment, and Internships.

4. Relevance of the pre-selected project proposal

4.1. What are the main current needs and priorities in your country in terms of cultural policies and/or cultural industries?:

The 2018 Indonesian Congress on Culture has declared Seven National Strategies on Culture as follows: 1. Providing space for the Diversity of Cultural Expression and encouraging interaction to strengthen inclusive culture; 2. Protecting and developing values, expressions, and practices of traditional culture to enrich national culture; 3. Developing and utilizing cultural heritage to strengthen Indonesia's roles and position in the international fora; 4. Utilization of the advancement of cultural taxonomy to increase social welfares; 5. Advancing culture that protect the biological diversity and strengthen the ecosystem; 6. Institutional reform and cultural budgeting to support the culture advancement agenda; 7. Improving the role of government as a facilitator of Culture Advancement.

4.2. How do the objectives of this pre-selected project proposal meet the current needs and priorities of the country in terms of cultural policies and/or cultural industries?:

The digital platform of knowledge developed through the project would have the potential to: 1. (Agenda 1) Providing space for the Diversity of Cultural Expression and encouraging interaction to strengthen inclusive culture, 2. (Agenda 2) Protecting and developing values, expressions, and practices of traditional culture to enrich national culture, 3. (Agenda 3) Developing and utilizing cultural heritage to strengthen Indonesia's roles and position in the international fora, 4. (Agenda 4) Utilization of the advancement of cultural taxonomy to increase social welfares, and 5. (Agenda 5) Advancing culture that protect the biological diversity and strengthen the ecosystem. The project would also have the potential to (Agenda 7) Improving the role of government as a facilitator of Culture Advancement, if the project is acquired or used as a prototype by the Government.

4.3. To what extent do you expect this pre-selected project proposal to have an impact on the country’s cultural policies and/or cultural industries?:

The project appears to have strong potential to reach a wide audience of stakeholders in the culture sector, with further potential to be supported, acquired, or, at least, used as a prototype by the Government to establish an official national digital platform of knowledge. The information gathered could be used for practical purposes, e.g. collaboration among artists, as well as strategical purposes, e.g. develop cultural policies that support gender equality.

5. Other information

Please indicate other contextual information that the IFCD Panel of Experts should take into consideration when evaluating the pre-selected project proposal.:

1. The project involves a wide range of stakeholders, including: a. Representatives of local communities; b. Civil society organizations; and c. Private sectors. 2. The applicant represents a potential partner for government in cultural policy making and implementation; 3. Strong networking with artists in contemporary performing arts which is reflected in the digital platform will be benefiting the implementation of digital environment; 4. Legal document has been translated into English; 5. The qualifications and background of the team meet the project needs.

6. The pre-selection process at the national level

Damardjati Kun Marjanto

Full name:

Damardjati Kun Marjanto

Organization:

Research and Policy Centre, Ministry of Education and Culture

Type of organization/Institution:

Parte

Position:

Senior Researcher

M.S. Ponco Waluyo

Full name:

M.S. Ponco Waluyo

Organization:

Research and Policy Centre, Ministry of Education and Culture

Type of organization/Institution:

Parte

Position:

Data Analyst

Prima Ardiani

Full name:

Prima Ardiani

Organization:

Directorate Cultural Heritage and Diplomacy, Directorate General for Culture, Ministry of Education and Culture

Type of organization/Institution:

Parte

Position:

Head of Culture Activation Subdivision, Sub-Directorate of National Diplomacy

M. Aman Wirakartakusumah

Full name:

M. Aman Wirakartakusumah

Organization:

Institut Pengembangan Manajemen Indonesia (IPMI) International Business School

Type of organization/Institution:

Parte

Position:

Executive Director

DR. Daryl Neng W.

Full name:

DR. Daryl Neng W.

Organization:

Yayasan Muh. Aman W.

Type of organization/Institution:

NGO

Position:

Supervisor

Date:

2019

Full Name of the representative of the National Commission as Signature:

Desi Elvera Dewi

IFCD Submissions details

Eligibility | Technical Assessment

IFCD Eligibility form - j_casas - 10/09/2019 - 11:13

Submitted by j_casas on 09 Oct 2019

Eligibility Status:

Eligible

Technical Examination

Submitted by the deadline:

Yes

Application Form submitted either in English or French:

Yes

Maximum amount requested is US$ 100,000 or below:

Yes

Project implementation period is between 12 and 24 months:

Yes

All sections of the Form are completed:

Yes

Signature of applicant:

Yes

The applicant does not have an ongoing IFCD funded project:

Yes

Falls within the areas of intervention of IFCD:

Yes

IF PARTY OR NGO

Party to the 2005 Convention from developing countries:

Yes

National Commission Review Form:

Yes

Signature of National Commission:

Yes

Official document/ statutes (with English or French translation if necessary):

Yes

IFCD Submissions details

Experts Evaluations

EVALUATION GRID
8 points	The project proposal addresses perfectly all relevant aspect of the criterion under consideration. The answer provides all the information needed and there are no concerns or areas of weakness
6-7 points	The proposal addressed the criterion well, although some improvements could be made. The answer gives clear information on all or nearly all of the evidence needed.
5-4 points	The project proposal broadly addresses the criterion, but there are still some weaknesses. The answer gives some relevant information, but there are several areas where detail is lacking or the information is unclear.
3-2 points	The project proposal does not entirely address the criterion or cannot be judged properly due to missing or incomplete information. The answer does not necessarily address the question asked, or gives very little relevant information.
1 point	The project proposal barely addresses the criterion. There is a clear lack of relevant information that makes it extremely difficult to judge whether the question asked is addressed.
0 points	The project proposal fails to address the criterion or cannot be assessed due to the lack of pertinent information. The answer does not address the question asked, or does not provide relevant information.

Expert 1

Sub-Total Expert 1 : 13.5

IFCD Expert Evaluation form - s_gardner - 10/30/2019 - 08:43

Submitted by s_gardner on 30 Oct 2019

Brief summary of the project:

The project aims to map knowledge about the performing arts of Indonesia (and arts activism) based on the applicant’s own data and archives, create a digital platform to hold the data and build a database available to multiple users; preserve and generate new knowledge; publish a book and organize an event; and encourage collaboration within the country and globally. The aim is to support the arts ecosystem and inform government policy making, the cultural industry sector and international researchers.

1. RELEVANCE AND APPROPRIATENESS OF THE PROJECT TO THE OBJECTIVES AND AREAS OF INTERVENTION OF THE IFCD

1.1 Please describe how the project objectives and proposed impact/long-term benefits are aligned with at least one of the IFCD’s outcomes and associated expected results.:

The project will address ER 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3 by enabling cross-sectoral cooperation in knowledge exchange as it affects policy-making, development initiatives, education etc; building networks and promoting civil society engagement in policy making; and publication of knowledge and information to promote the cultural industries in Indonesia.

1.2 How do the objectives of this project proposal meet the current needs and priorities of the country/ region in terms of cultural policies and/or cultural industries?:

Indonesia has 17,000 islands with 633 ethnic groups and 742 languages so documenting and distributing information about its contemporary art practices is challenging, particularly outside city centres. This lack of data influences policy-making. However, access to cultural networks (within Indonesia and internationally) is increasing thanks to technology. The project will address the data and geographic challenges.

1.3 To what extent are the project’s objectives specific and measurable?:

The objectives are reasonably specific, and it would be straightforward to assess whether the necessary outputs have been produced. However, ways to assess the quality of the outcomes (database content, website etc) needs to be considered.

1.4 To what extent does the project contribute to the promotion of gender equality, the empowerment of youth, South-South and North-South-South cooperation and/or the participation of various groups in the areas of intervention of the IFCD?:

While it is not mentioned in the application, the project could potentially contribute to N-S-S cooperation by providing better access to information on the contemporary performing arts for touring/mobility opportunities.

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2. FEASIBILITY OF THE PROJECT, AS WELL AS THE RELEVANCE AND EFFECTIVENESS OF ITS MODALITIES OF EXECUTION

2.1 What elements demonstrate the applicant’s organizational capacity (main activities of the institution/organization) and competence (skills and background of staff) to implement the work plan and manage the budget?:

The applicant is Yayasan Kelola (Kelola Foundation) which for 20 years has been an independent organisation that supports Indonesian artists through capacity building, grants, building networks etc. An extensive list of project staff and contractors are listed and have considerable experience.

2.2 To what extent do the activities address relevant issues? Please explain how the methodology is appropriate to achieving the objectives?:

The activities are described in detail and appear to be appropriate to achieving the objectives.

2.3 To what extent is the time frame realistic and coherent with the activities?:

The project runs from 19mth from April 2020. The timeline is well planned and coherent with activities.

2.4 Have the direct and indirect beneficiaries of the project been clearly identified? To what extent are the outputs/deliverables and main activities relevant to the target beneficiaries and address their needs?:

Yes in general terms. It would be helpful to know more about the regional reach and impacts of the project database. There is no mention of gender balance.

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3. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY

3.1 Does the budget provide for adequate resources (salaries, fees, equipment, travel, communication, etc.) necessary for success of the project? If the budget has been overestimated or underestimated, please explain how.:

The budget is for $141k of which the grant request if virtually $100k. The budget is detailed and seems appropriate. Most of the budget ($82k) is for Salaries and Fees, of which $21k is self-funded.

3.2 What proportion of the budget is allocated to project activities versus overhead costs? Does the budget seem adequate and overhead costs estimated in compliance with the limit to a maximum of 30% of the total project budget?:

The overheads are $25k (about 18%) for office space and utilities. The budget seems adequate. Travel and per diems total $11k.

3.3 Does the project proposal indicate any additional financial contributions to the project, such as co-funding and/or self- funding?:

About $41k will be provided by the applicant with support also coming from a commercial sponsor (about $17k) and a small amount from a government agency. All the funds are confirmed and available.

3.4 What actions have been foreseen to ensure financial accountability (e.g. Involvement of a financial officer)?:

A finance office will be hired to manage the finances using the organisation’s software and procedures. Kelola always audits its accounts and this project would have a special auditor. Reports will be provided as required. Kelola pays taxes according to regulations.

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4. IMPACT AND EXPECTED RESULTS, INCLUDING POTENTIAL FOR STRUCTURAL CHANGE

4.1 Are the project’s expected outputs and/or deliverables concrete, measurable and realistic? To what extent are they likely to achieve the objectives of the project?:

The outputs are concrete and measurable and relevant to the objectives. However, the indicators and the means of verification need to be better conceived in advance with more details provided, in order to be of value.

4.2 To what extent are the main activities and the budget relevant and appropriate to achieving the intended outputs and/or deliverables?:

The activities and budget are relevant and appropriate to the outputs proposed.

4.3 To what extent is it expected that this project will have an impact/long-term benefits on the country/region’s cultural policies and/or cultural industries?:

The outcome of the project will be a digital platform and database that will have long term benefits for the performing arts sector; networks will be created; capacity will have been enhanced; the multi-disciplinary approach will build new connections; and policy makers (in various domains) will have access to better information and a wider perspective and will hopefully be more open to civil society contributions.

4.4 To what extent does the project demonstrate potential for structural change (for example: changes in the policy environment; far-reaching changes in public and professional organizational structures; and changes in the way government and regulatory authorities do business)?:

There is likely to be a moderate impact on the policy environment if the database is of good quality and the government considers it in detail; the networks between the performing arts sector is likely to be enhanced.

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5. SUSTAINABILITY

5.1 To what extent are contractors and partners involved in the implementation of the project’s activities? Has the role of each contractor and/or partner been clearly described?:

The partners are listed and their roles described.

5.2 How does the project relate to and/or complement the work that is already being carried out in the country/region in terms of cultural policies and/or industries?:

The new law on the advancement of culture includes a mandate to build a database of Indonesia traditional cultural objects and ICH. Kelola has its own database of contemporary performing arts practices and this would complement and inform what the govt is doing, and impact on policy.

5.3 What measures/steps are proposed to ensure that the project’s impact/long-term benefits can be achieved?:

Information will be circulated widely to universities, government, NGO sector, private companies etc. Social media will be used to promote the outcomes widely and regularly.

5.4 What measures/steps are proposed to follow up with the beneficiaries of the project after its completion?:

Kelola will continue to update the database and remain in touch with beneficiaries due to their ongoing programs; artists in the database will be able to update their own information.

Score:

Overall evaluation:

The project will engage with civil society and the arts sector and create a useful digital database of information. However, the ability for the project to create major structural change and impact on government and policy-making to provide long-term benefits to the cultural industry sector is less well demonstrated.

Expert 2

Sub-Total Expert 2 : 13

IFCD Expert Evaluation form - C_VILLASENOR - 11/08/2019 - 01:01

Submitted by C_VILLASENOR on 08 Nov 2019

Brief summary of the project:

Build a digital platform of knowledge in performing arts that includes: 1. Information about actors, spaces, events, etc. that show the cultural diversity of Indonesia 2. The existing historical information on the cultural activity of Indonesia 3. Integrate an artist directory that encourages collaboration with the rest of the world

1. RELEVANCE AND APPROPRIATENESS OF THE PROJECT TO THE OBJECTIVES AND AREAS OF INTERVENTION OF THE IFCD

1.1 Please describe how the project objectives and proposed impact/long-term benefits are aligned with at least one of the IFCD’s outcomes and associated expected results.:

ER 1.1. Cross-sectoral cooperation in cultural policy making and implementation is demonstrated: The NGO has experience in working with other civil society organizations, and national and foreign institutions, however, the project is not directly aimed at generating intersectoral work for the creation and implementation of a specific cultural policy, in any of the levels of Indonesian Government ER 1.2. Processes and mechanisms for public policy making and implementation are strengthened: the platform development process is not part of a mechanism to create or implement a public policy. In fact, the Indonesian government itself is carrying out its own process for the creation of a database related to the cultural sector. The applicant considers that the information available from the NGO can be useful to complement government information, but bridges must be built. ER 1.3. The role of civil society in cultural policy making and implementation is strengthened: the applicant mentions that once the platform is ready, he will seek to establish links with the government and the organization that is developing the government's cultural information platform. In that sense it is clear that the project is currently disconnected from the government process and, consequently, is not strengthening the role of civil society in the implementation of a cultural policy

1.2 How do the objectives of this project proposal meet the current needs and priorities of the country/ region in terms of cultural policies and/or cultural industries?:

According to the report of the National Commission of UNESCO, the project adjust itself to the priorities established by the National Congress on culture. It is estimated that the platform fosters a space for the recognition of the diversity of cultural expressions and facilitates interaction, in a way that promotes an inclusive culture

1.3 To what extent are the project’s objectives specific and measurable?:

The objectives are described in a generic way and are relatively understandable in terms of their purpose, but do not provide sufficient concrete elements to measure their scope.

The project includes the participation of Kelola’s students and their partners, which allows the participation of several groups to develop the project. Once the information is available, it could open new channels of cooperation in the north - south and south - south.

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2. FEASIBILITY OF THE PROJECT, AS WELL AS THE RELEVANCE AND EFFECTIVENESS OF ITS MODALITIES OF EXECUTION

The organization shows great experience in everything related to artistic creation at all stages and in the generation of links with other organizations and institutions. Without demerit of the above, within the team it is not even observed that there is a person or a group of people who have experience in the design of database and digital platform, nor of its operation, maintenance and permanent update. The website design and programming will be carried out by an external contractor and the website administrator will be hired for twelve months.

2.2 To what extent do the activities address relevant issues? Please explain how the methodology is appropriate to achieving the objectives?:

In general, the activities address issues relevant to the development of the platform, however activities related to outputs 2.2 of the activities section refer to activities related to the writing, design and printing of a book, which is not considered directly related to a digital platform; in the same way the activities indicated with the number 3.2, refer to the realization of a congress in which relevant artists from all over the country are present. Which is also not considered to be a needed activity for the realization of the project Activity 3.1.1 Web design is carried out before contracting website designer and programmer (3.1.2) which can be a mistake. It is considered much more convenient that the database and the design of the sheet provided to the interviewers be carried out with the support of the contractor who will be in charge of the design of the platform and the website. In the application format, the proponent indicates that there are 633 ethnic groups in the country and 742 languages are spoken. In that sense, the evaluator misses that the applicant does not include resources for translation and does not talks about any strategy to include that language diversity. It is not clear to the evaluator how the artistic and cultural expressions of this mega cultural diversity of Indonesia are integrated. The applicant also does not inform in which language or languages the platform would be available.

2.3 To what extent is the time frame realistic and coherent with the activities?:

It is observed that very little time is given to the realization of research activities: 1.2.2 Mapping and cataloging artists' knowledge, 05/Jun/20 to 20/Jul/20 1.1.3 Mapping other creative practitioners and foreign art colectives and organization that are potential to be Kelola and Indonesian artists' collaborators, 04/May/20 to 04/Jun/20

The direct and indirect beneficiaries are identified in a very generic way, since the project is the creation of an information and knowledge platform open to the general public. However, and since the Indonesian government is carrying out a similar exercise, it is possible to think that the project addresses an existing need in the general population of Indonesia

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3. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY

Expenditure number 2.1.2.2 computer and audiovisual equipment rental, total ammount $ 4,200 dollars. No proforma invoice is attached that itemizes this expense concept. Expenditure number 2.4.1.1 to 2.4.5.2 related to the production, preparation of the design and publication of a book, are considered not indispensable for the realization of the project and its elimination should be considered. Total ammount $ 7,325 Expenditure number 3.2.1.1- 3.2.5.6 related to the congress attended by relevant artists and activists, estimates that it is not directly related to the main objective of the project and it is suggested that total ammount of $20,911 be eliminated. Both the design and programming of the website and its administration will be assigned to external contractors, since within the team there is no person who has the necessary skills and experience for the operation, maintenance and updating of the digital platform, and there are no specific strategies to obtain the resources that are needed for its maintenance and update, so there is a risk of its continuity beyond the duration of the project.

The total amount of the overhead is $ 24,870, which still meets the maximum allowed.

3.3 Does the project proposal indicate any additional financial contributions to the project, such as co-funding and/or self- funding?:

The Project considers a contribution of $ 40,950 dollars equivalent to 29% of the total cost of the project, to be provided by the NGO and First State Investments Indonesia

3.4 What actions have been foreseen to ensure financial accountability (e.g. Involvement of a financial officer)?:

The applying NGO will hire a person specially dedicated to the financial control of the project, with a total salary of $ 8,244, and a specific auditor will also be hired for this project.

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4. IMPACT AND EXPECTED RESULTS, INCLUDING POTENTIAL FOR STRUCTURAL CHANGE

4.1 Are the project’s expected outputs and/or deliverables concrete, measurable and realistic? To what extent are they likely to achieve the objectives of the project?:

The project’s expected outputs and deliverables are concrete and measurable

4.2 To what extent are the main activities and the budget relevant and appropriate to achieving the intended outputs and/or deliverables?:

The main activities and the budget are in general adequate to achieve deliverables and outputs. However, it is insisted that the publication of the book and the realization of the Congress are not directly related to the central objective that is the production of a digital information and knowledge platform.

4.3 To what extent is it expected that this project will have an impact/long-term benefits on the country/region’s cultural policies and/or cultural industries?:

The realization of the project can help to expand the information available to the research that, in the same way, is now doing the Indonesian government. It is suggested that prior to start the platform design, the NGO establish communication with the Government Institutions so that the design of the NGO platform is compatible and could interact with what is being elaborated by the Indonesian government

The platform can be a useful tool to recognize the diversity of artistic and cultural expressions, both historical and contemporary of Indonesia. While it is true that the largest volume of information to be included in the platform comes from the NGO archives, research work is also planned in 10 cities. All this will have a positive impact on the knowledge of existing artistic expressions and cultural spaces, however, since it is not currently linked to a government institution, it is difficult to think that it can have a structural impact in the way that government and regulatory authorities design and implement cultural policies. The platform can contribute to generate better links and interaction between the professionals of the arts, with the Institutions and with the public in general.

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5. SUSTAINABILITY

5.1 To what extent are contractors and partners involved in the implementation of the project’s activities? Has the role of each contractor and/or partner been clearly described?:

In relation to partners, they all participate in the project and are fully involved. Their role is clearly identified. As for contractors and sub contractors, their role in the project regarding the chosen contractor is clearly established. For the design of the web platform, a person with experience in graphic design is proposed, without specifying their capabilities or experience in the design and programming of digital platforms.

5.2 How does the project relate to and/or complement the work that is already being carried out in the country/region in terms of cultural policies and/or industries?:

Currently, the Indonesian government is carrying out similar work for the creation of a database of cultural activities and creators, where the information and knowledge platform proposed by the applicant can contribute to a cultural policy action that the government is currently executing, however, since there is no link with government institutions so far, the chances of the project to contribute to that policy are low.

5.3 What measures/steps are proposed to ensure that the project’s impact/long-term benefits can be achieved?:

The applicant proposes to disseminate and be an advocate of information among associates, universities, governments, NGOs and private companies. The NGO has a program called "Art Sharing Sessions" that will also be promoted through the platform, to make it available for people are interested in working with art and through art. The evaluator suggests that the applicant includes what the complete strategies would be that could guarantee the operation of maintenance and updating of the platform, from the point of view of the information contained, and from the computer program one. The project does not specify who will be responsible for the expenses of lodging site and the payment of the renewal of the domain. It may seem a minor matter but they are elements on which the long-term viability of the project depends.

5.4 What measures/steps are proposed to follow up with the beneficiaries of the project after its completion?:

The applicant informs that the platform will be updated based on the information that emerges from their own programs, and so he mentions that a participatory mechanism will be established so each artist can update the available information about their own work

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Overall evaluation:

The Project is relevant in a way that allows to digitize the information available in the archives of the NGO and take advantage of the good relations that the applicant has with their partners, organizations and institutions to retrieve additional information about artists, spaces and cultural events. All this contributes to increase the existing information about the sector. However, the main weakness of the project is that it does not have direct communication with the government institutions that are developing the database on cultural and artistic activities, so the information could be compatible and shared. Likewise, and because there are no people with experience in platform design and programming in the staff, it is required that the contractor provides advise and consulting from the design stage of the database and interview formats. The activities related to the publication of the book and the realization of a congress are considered not essential for the realization of the project, so it is suggested to eliminate them. Finally, the applicant must propose specific financing strategies for the operation, maintenance and updating, not only from the information contained in the platform but also from the computer program and information hostage. Therefore, the project it is not recommended for financing.

IFCD Submissions details

Recommandation review

IFCD Recommendation form - j_casas - 01/22/2020 - 12:09

Submitted by j_casas on 22 Jan 2020

Recommendation Status:

Non recommended

Evaluation summary:

This project proposes to map the performing arts of Indonesia, create a digital platform to collect the data, and build a database available to multiple users in order to support the arts ecosystem and inform government policy making. The outcome of the project will be a digital platform and database that aims to have long term benefits for the performing arts sector. The activities are described in detail and appear to be appropriate to achieving the objectives and the timeline is well planned and coherent with the activities. However, while the applicant indicates that there are 633 ethnic groups in the country and 742 languages are spoken, the evaluators were surprised that the application does not include resources for translation, does not talk about any strategy to include that language diversity, and does not inform in which language or languages the platform would be available. While the project will engage with civil society and the arts sector and create a useful digital database of information, its capacity to create major structural change and impact on government and policy-making to provide long-term benefits to the cultural industry sector is less well demonstrated.