Big Picture for Regional DAOs

Celo Regional DAOs aim to be platforms for decentralized collaboration, fostering innovation and impact in their respective regions, connecting with other regions, through blockchain technology.

• A community-driven ecosystem that builds decentralized tools and financial models.
• A service provider that empowers organizations with tailored blockchain solutions, focusing on real-world use cases like financial inclusion, sustainable growth, and regulatory innovation.
• A model of decentralized collaboration that inspires other organizations and ecosystems.

Why?

We believe each region has unique potential to lead the charge in decentralization due to its distinct economic landscapes, regulatory frameworks, and talent pools.

Our mission aligns with Celo's broader goals of:

• Financial inclusion
• Sustainability
• Innovation

We envision a future where decentralized technologies:

• Remove barriers to financial systems.
• Foster local and regional collaboration without extractive intermediaries.
• Empower individuals and organizations to innovate autonomously, fairly distribute wealth, and create meaningful impact.

How?

Celo Regional DAOs can simultaneously act as:

1. A service provider: Delivering decentralized solutions tailored to regional and local needs, using Celo's blockchain infrastructure and tools.
2. A community for impact builders: Providing opportunities for individuals and organizations to earn, learn, and innovate autonomously, cultivating diverse talent and impactful solutions.
3. An open-source example: A modular framework that other regions and ecosystems can replicate, adapt, and iterate upon to accelerate the adoption of decentralized financial systems.

By implementing mutually-reinforcing feedback loops we can create a system that continuously improves, grows, and drives meaningful results.

Values for Regional DAOs

1. Autonomous Action
   • Empower contributors to take proactive initiatives aligned with the community's mission without needing constant approval or bureaucracy.
   • Encourage experimentation and flexibility to adapt to the dynamic needs of blockchain ecosystems.
2. Transparency
   • Emphasize on-chain accountability tools for clear and auditable transactions.
   • Open access to operational data and processes to ensure trust and alignment across stakeholders.
3. Inclusion & Respect
   • Foster a diverse and supportive environment, welcoming contributors from all walks of life and valuing different perspectives.
   • Actively work to break down barriers to participation.
4. Participatory Meritocracy
   • Distribute rewards and opportunities based on contributions and impact, not titles or hierarchical positions.
   • Ensure every contributor feels valued and motivated to grow.