[Linux-aus] Grant Application: Wednesday Women’s Night at the Ballarat Hackerspace

Sun Jun 11 20:54:17 AEST 2017

Thanks guys! Looking forward to it!

On 11 June 2017 at 18:31, Kim Redfern via linux-aus <
linux-aus at lists.linux.org.au> wrote:

> Thank you everyone. Very exciting.
>
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> From: Linux Australia President via linux-aus <
> linux-aus at lists.linux.org.au>
> Date: 11/6/17 5:17 pm (GMT+10:00)
> To: Robert Layton <robert at ballarathackerspace.org.au>,
> council at linux.org.au, linux-aus at linux.org.au
> Subject: Re: [Linux-aus] Grant Application: Wednesday Women’s Night at the
> Ballarat Hackerspace
>
> Hi everyone,
>
> Linux Australia is delighted to announce that this Grant Application has
> been approved, and will be funded to the amount requested.
>
> The decision of Council was unanimous and strongly in support of this
> Application, which was well written, showed strong alignment with the Linux
> Australia values, benefit to the Linux Australia community and promoted
> inclusion of minority groups within HackerSpaces. Council noted Paul
> Fenwick's excellent suggestion to make clear that both cis- and
> trans-gendered women are welcomed, and we encourage Ballarat HackerSpace to
> adopt this approach.
>
> Given the amount of the grant, we request a quarterly report.
>
> Mr Josh Stewart, Council Member, is a member of the Ballarat Hackerspace
> community and abstained from discussion and voting on this request to
> prevent any perceived or actual conflict of interest.
>
> We wish Kim Redfern and the team every success in this endeavour.
>
> NEXT ACTION: Robert to work with Kathy Reid to arrange financials, and we
> note the proposed opening night of June 14th, and can arrange for financial
> transfer ASAP to help facilitate this.
>
> Kind regards,
>
> Kathy
>
> On 25/05/17 15:22, Robert Layton via linux-aus wrote:
>
> Grant Application: Wednesday Women’s Night at the Ballarat Hackerspace
>
> Hello everyone!
>
> Below is our grant application to help support us in opening our
> Hackerspace to encourage Women in STEAM (STEM + Arts).
>
> For any queries or concerns, I'm the main contact, at this email address,
> but you can also email elected at ballarathackerspace.org.au to get all the
> committee.
>
>
> Project name: Wednesday Women’s Night at the Ballarat Hackerspace
>
> Aim of the project, including any key stages or milestones of the project:
>
> Participation in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and
> Mathematics) by women is notoriously low. At the Ballarat Hackerspace, we
> are looking to increase the participation and skill levels of women in
> technology. To do this, we are opening our Hackerspace for women on
> Wednesday nights, for free, on an ongoing basis, our Wednesday Women’s
> Night (WWN).
>
> We have found a champion of the event, Kim Redfern, who will formally run
> the nights, naturally with the full support of the Ballarat Hackerspace
> committee.
>
> We are going to run these nights as semi-workshop nights, based on our
> previous workshops introducing the Raspberry Pi, programming, electronics
> and 3D printing (these workshops were run at cost price, but will be run
> for free for WWN). The workshop is introductory level, and those with
> greater skills will be encouraged to use our other tooling and resources to
> work on more advanced projects or help out those learning new skills they
> have already grasped. After the Raspberry Pi workshop component is
> complete, we will run a 3D printer building workshop. After this, we will
> run other themed events on an ongoing basis. Our current plan is for a
> Drone building workshop, however we will need some development time for
> this. To keep the projects free the Hackerspace will keep the costly
> components of the workshop (e.g. Raspberry Pi, 3d printers) so that they
> can be used to re-run the workshops again at a later time. Some parts of
> the project will be given to participants to encourage their further
> learning, for example: breadboards, sensors, actuators from the Raspberry
> Pi workshop. We will give participants to ability to purchase the expensive
> parts from the project upon completion at which point the Hackerspace will
> replace the item before re-running the workshop and so that the items are
> still available to members in the space to learn with.
>
> Milestone 1: Opening night, June 14th, 2017
>
> Our first milestone is the opening night, where we have invited press and
> local women in tech to come and formally open the workshops.
>
> Milestone 2: Completion of RPi course, 19th July, 2017
>
> Our second milestone is the formal completion of the Raspberry Pi workshop
> component, which takes place for six weeks.
>
> Milestone 3: Completion of 3D Printer building course, 16th August, 2017
>
> Our third milestone is the completion of the building of two 3D printers
> (Official Prusa i3)
>
> We are requesting money for resources for milestones 2 & 3, which
> comprises the Raspberry Pi workshop and 3D Printer workshops. We have run
> these workshops in the past (at cost) and have a good idea of the costs
> (they do vary based on the Australian dollar, but only a small amount), at
> $126 per participant for the Raspberry Pi workshop. The major costs for the
> Raspberry Pi workshop are Raspberry Pi 3 ($55), a RPi Camera ($20), SD Card
> ($10) and Power supply ($8). The rest of the cost is comprised of general
> electronics. See the below table for our approximate breakdown, although we
> will continue to try find better sources to get these cheaper.
>
> For the 3D printer workshop, the major cost is the 3D printer kits
> themselves, which are $699 USD each, and we are aiming to build two of
> these as a group activity. Additionally, we need 3D filament, which is $30
> a roll, for a total of $300. We will be using the official Prusa i3 printer
> for this workshop to ensure our purchase fully supports that open source
> project. Once these printers are complete they will be then available for
> all members of the Ballarat Hackerspace and visitors as a workshop resource
> when they wish to learn about or utilise 3d printing.
>
>
>
> Costs - Single Raspberry Pi workshop participant
>
> Material
>
> Total per
>
> participant
>
> Source
>
> Participant
>
> Cost
>
> Raspberry Pi 3
>
> 1
>
> Element 14
>
> $55.00
>
> SD Card (8GB)
>
> 1
>
> Officeworks
>
> $10.00
>
> Power supply
>
> 1
>
> Element 14
> <http://au.element14.com/raspberry-pi-psu/rpi-psu-au-mk1/power-supply-raspberry-5v-1a-aus/dp/2254795>
>
> $8.43
>
> LED
>
> 1
>
> Ali Express
>
> $0.00
>
> Push button
>
> 1
>
> Ali Express
> <https://www.aliexpress.com/item/20PCS-Tactile-Push-Button-Switch-Momentary-12-12-7-3MM-Micro-switch-button-20PCS-10pcs/32321453548.html>
>
> $0.00
>
> Resistor 330ohm
>
> 1
>
> Ali Express
> <http://www.aliexpress.com/item/1460-pcs-Metal-Film-Resistor-Kit-Pack-Mix-Assortment-1-4W-1R-to-1M-73-Values/32456123582.html?spm=2114.01010208.3.1.CVjyVS&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_2,searchweb201644_3_505_506_503_504_301_502_10001_10002_10017_10010_10005_10011_10006_10003_10004_10009_10008,searchweb201560_5,searchweb1451318400_-1,searchweb1451318411_6449&btsid=e8c677f7-2128-4fd6-a7e1-8e76571fb0a3>
>
> $0.45
>
> Breadboard
>
> 1
>
> Ali Express
> <http://www.aliexpress.com/item/2015-High-Quality-Brand-New-MB102-Power-Supply-Module-3-3V-5V-Breadboard-Board-830-Point/32448654843.html?spm=2114.01010208.3.21.dAnkyF&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_2,searchweb201644_3_505_506_503_504_301_502_10001_10002_10017_10010_10005_10011_10006_10003_10004_10009_10008,searchweb201560_5,searchweb1451318400_-1,searchweb1451318411_6449&btsid=43fd0af2-9a33-45c2-82ab-141a23cb9b62>
>
> $5.74
>
> Jumper leads MM
>
> 20
>
> Ali Express
> <http://www.aliexpress.com/item/120pcs-20cm-male-male-male-female-and-female-jumper-wire-Dupont-cable-for-Arduino/1728903423.html?spm=2114.01010208.3.2.lEInGQ&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_2,searchweb201644_3_505_506_503_504_301_502_10001_10002_10017_10010_10005_10011_10006_10003_9932_10004_10009_10008,searchweb201560_5,searchweb1451318400_-1,searchweb1451318411_6449&btsid=ef03d14c-5d68-4701-9756-d721f41962b7>
>
> $0.66
>
> Jumper leads FM
>
> 10
>
> Ali Express
> <http://www.aliexpress.com/item/120pcs-20cm-male-male-male-female-and-female-jumper-wire-Dupont-cable-for-Arduino/1728903423.html?spm=2114.01010208.3.2.lEInGQ&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_2,searchweb201644_3_505_506_503_504_301_502_10001_10002_10017_10010_10005_10011_10006_10003_9932_10004_10009_10008,searchweb201560_5,searchweb1451318400_-1,searchweb1451318411_6449&btsid=ef03d14c-5d68-4701-9756-d721f41962b7>
>
> $0.33
>
> SPI TFT LCD
>
> 1
>
> Ali Express
>
> $8.66
>
> DHT22 sensor
>
> 1
>
> Ali Express
> <http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Free-Shipping-1pcs-DHT22-digital-temperature-and-humidity-sensor-Temperature-and-humidity-module-AM2302-replace-SHT11/2036217955.html>
>
> $3.57
>
> SR04 Ultrasonic sensor
>
> 1
>
> Ali Express
> <http://www.aliexpress.com/item/10PC-HC-SR04-Free-shiping-to-world-Ultrasonic-Wave-Detector-Ranging-Module-HC-SR04-HC-SR04/1872588182.html?spm=2114.01010208.3.10.3tBl2I&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_2,searchweb201644_3_505_506_503_504_301_502_10001_10002_10017_10010_10005_10011_10006_10003_10004_10009_401_10008,searchweb201560_5,searchweb1451318400_-1,searchweb1451318411_6449&btsid=c8a10c1b-dd24-4faa-9b71-3827f09f1d03>
>
> $0.00
>
> 4.7k resistor
>
> 1
>
> Ali Express
> <http://www.aliexpress.com/item/1460-pcs-Metal-Film-Resistor-Kit-Pack-Mix-Assortment-1-4W-1R-to-1M-73-Values/32456123582.html?spm=2114.01010208.3.1.CVjyVS&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_2,searchweb201644_3_505_506_503_504_301_502_10001_10002_10017_10010_10005_10011_10006_10003_10004_10009_10008,searchweb201560_5,searchweb1451318400_-1,searchweb1451318411_6449&btsid=e8c677f7-2128-4fd6-a7e1-8e76571fb0a3>
>
> $0.45
>
> Servo motor
>
> 1
>
> Ali Express
> <http://www.aliexpress.com/item/10pcs-lot-TowerPro-SG92R-Digital-Micro-9g-Servo-Motor-With-Nylon-Carbon-fiber-Gears-For-RC/32254805839.html?spm=2114.01010208.3.29.3foFes&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_2,searchweb201644_3_505_506_503_504_301_502_10001_10002_10017_10010_10005_10011_10006_10003_10004_10009_401_10008,searchweb201560_5,searchweb1451318400_-1,searchweb1451318411_6449&btsid=3b496161-aa66-4694-aa77-de9e6cc8874d>
>
> $3.17
>
> Raspberry Pi camera
>
> 1
>
> Element 14
>
> $20.00
>
> PIR Sensor
>
> 1
>
> Ali Express
> <https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Free-Shipping-HC-SR501-Adjust-Infrared-IR-Pyroelectric-Infrared-PIR-module-Motion-Sensor-Detector-Module-We/1564561530.html>
>
> $10.00
>
> Acrylic Base
>
> 1
>
> Bunnings
>
> $5.00
>
>
> Total
>
> $131.46pp
>
> We are aiming to have enough resources for 10 participants (individually
> or as groups). For this, we request the amount of $1,320 to cover the
> expenses of the workshop. The exact materials may differ slightly as we
> adjust the course notes, but it would not significantly deviate from this
> list. As an example, a particular sensor may become outdated, and is
> replaced. Due to that replacement, a new resistor may need to be added to
> the list to help run the new sensor.
>
> With this funding, we can run the first round, but additionally run future
> workshops with a much reduced outlay. Significantly we do not need to
> source the RPis again (nor their power supplies or cameras), worth around
> $750 of the total, and only really need to source the cheaper electronics
> that are more disposable.
>
> These RPis would be available in the Hackerspace for use by workshop
> members for educational use, and also more broadly by the public during our
> open times.
>
> The slides and materials, including the designs for our 3D printable case,
> are open source. Materials can be found on GitHub:
> https://github.com/ballarat-hackerspace/piworkshop. The Ballarat
> Hackerspace is committed to open sourcing designs and materials created by
> it.
>
> As a supplement for the current Raspberry Pi course, with funding we can
> provide the resources to teach basic soldering skills. The space itself has
> sufficient soldering irons already from prior workshops, and with the
> soldering kits being provided we could offer these as a one night course
> for free.
>
> The kit chosen for the soldering class has been on recommendation from
> other hackerspaces, however we are open for input if someone else is
> providing it locally.
>
> 10x WeevilEye Soldering Kits
> <https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/sparkfun-weevileye-beginner-soldering-kit>
> + $4 Shipping = $157.20
>
> For the 3D printer building, we need to purchase two Prusa i3. The Prusas
> are open source designs part of the RepRap project. The cost for these is
> $699/USD. By buying the official kit (rather than cheaper knock-offs) we
> are supporting this great open source project. At current conversion rates,
> this is $940, with shipping the total cost is estimated at $2200.
> Additionally, to use the 3D printers we need filament, which is $30 for a
> 1kg roll in Australia. Purchasing ten of these is $300 including shipping.
>
> After the course is run, the 3D printers will be available at the Ballarat
> Hackerspace for general use.
>
> In total, our grant request is $3977.20
>
> How the success of the project will be measured
>
> Success will be measured in two ways. The first is workshop participation,
> where we hope to have ten women undertake the workshop over six weeks. The
> second is membership of the Hackerspace, where we hope to have 20% female
> members of the hackerspace as a result of our engagement in these nights
> and on an ongoing basis. This figure will be setup as a KPI, and if our
> female membership percentage falls below that figure, then extra effort on
> this front will be taken.
>
> Estimated cost breakdown of the project, including any materials, projects
> or online services that are required to deliver the project. The cost
> breakdown should include estimates of labour costs and/or professional
> services
>
> Costs are provided above. Labour, including the sourcing of parts,
> delivery of the workshop and all other work required, will be volunteered
> by the Ballarat Hackerspace memberships.
>
> The project team, their credentials and professional capabilities,
> especially their history of open source, open data, open hardware or open
> culture contributions
>
> Kim Redfern has recently joined Ballarat Hackerspace. Kim returned to
> study as a mature age student and graduated from the Bachelor of Computing
> with honours in 2007. Since then, Kim has held various IT roles from web
> developer to analyst programmer and is currently the Team Leader of the
> Digital & eLearning Solutions team at Federation University Australia. Kim
> is a novice in the hackerspace arena but is keen to bring her passion for
> connecting people with technology and training experience to introduce
> women, young and old, to the exciting world of technology.
>
> Dr Robert Layton is an official member of the Ballarat Hackerspace, and
> has a PhD in computer science from Federation University Australia. Robert
> has spent significant time on open source projects, most notably being a
> core contributor to the scikit-learn package, a Python package for machine
> learning. Robert is a Python zealot and has presented at four PyCon AU
> conferences. His company, dataPipeline, is a sponsor of the Ballarat
> Hackerspace.
>
> Scott Weston is the current president of the Ballarat Hackerspace. Scott
> has been using Linux since the early days and remembers the pains of
> multi-hour kernel compiles on 286 and installing via floppy discs.
> Primarily Scott works as a DevOp/SRE with startups and worked at Google for
> 5 years. He was instrumental in bringing the GovHack event to Ballarat in
> 2014 and helped run the event in Ballarat for the first 2 years.
>
> Ian Firns is the current secretary of the Ballarat Hackerspace. Ian has
> been a long term contributor to a number of open source projects including
> Snort, Barnyard2 and XBMC (now Kodi). Ian is also the lead developer and
> current project lead of the Korora distribution.
>
> Brett James is the current Treasurer at the Ballarat Hackerspace. Brett
> has been on the core team for Linux Conference Australia 2012, 2016, and
> has been a volunteer during 2014, 2015. Roles included delegate
> registration, agenda writing, Photography, A/V Team and volunteer training.
> Loves the field of drones. Brett has been key in developing and fostering
> safe and creative uses of drones, running an open-sourced Drone building
> workshop which has been signed up by community members of all ages.
>
>
> Person responsible for project
>
> Robert Layton and Kim Redfern.
>
> The Ballarat Hackerspace Committee as a whole will also be responsible for
> the delivery of this project, in case Robert or Kim are unable to fulfil
> their responsibilities.
>
> Statement including a willingness to provide regular project updates on
> the project
>
> We will provide a report at the completion of both milestones, outlining
> the achievements against our success criteria, any other important news,
> deviations from the above plan and anything else notable during th at time.
> Additionally, we will be regularly engaging on social media with our
> followers about the events, and can happily add a link back to Linux
> Australia, thanking you for your support.
>
>
>
>
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