Cardano Community Hub: Fostering Learning and Engagement on Dacade

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Surafel Nigusie

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

Entity (Incorporated)

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

6

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language.

No

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

Create Cardano community hub on Dacade to connect, learn, and share knowledge, empowering users with comprehensive resources for a thriving and engaged ecosystem.

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

Yes

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

External Dependencies:

1, Dacade platform: 

The success of the Cardano community hub project is dependent on the continued availability and functionality of the Dacade platform. Dacade provides the underlying infrastructure for the hub, including the ability to host and manage community content, discussions, and courses.

2, Cardano ecosystem: 

The project is also dependent on the continued growth and development of the Cardano ecosystem. A vibrant and engaged Cardano community is essential for the success of the hub, as it will provide the necessary users and contributors to ensure the hub's ongoing success.

3, Third-party software: 

The project will require the use of third-party software, such as video editing software and web development tools. We have the necessary licenses and permissions to use this software.

Internal Prerequisites:

1, Effective project management: 

The project will require effective project management to ensure that it is delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

2, Strong community engagement:

The project will need to engage the Cardano community early and often to gather feedback, solicit contributions, and promote the use of the hub.

3, High-quality content and courses: 

The project will need to develop high-quality content and courses that are informative, engaging, and aligned with the needs of Cardano users.

4, Effective marketing and promotion: 

The project will need to effectively market and promote the hub to reach a wide audience of Cardano enthusiasts.

The success of the Cardano community hub project is dependent on a number of external factors and internal prerequisites. While we have taken steps to mitigate risks and ensure the successful delivery of the project, there are some dependencies beyond our control. We will continue to monitor these dependencies and take necessary actions to ensure the project's success.

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

Yes

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

All project outputs will be fully open source under the MIT license. This means that all code, content, and design materials will be freely available for anyone to use, modify, and distribute. We believe that open source is the best way to ensure that our project reaches the widest possible audience and has the greatest impact on the Cardano community.

Specifically, the following project outputs will be open source:

The code for the Cardano community hub on Dacade

1. All Cardano courses and tutorials
2. All marketing and promotional materials
3. All community engagement and outreach materials

We will also provide clear and comprehensive documentation for all open source materials. 

This documentation will make it easy for others to understand and use our code, content, and designs.

We are committed to making our project as open and accessible as possible. We believe that this is the best way to foster innovation and collaboration in the Cardano ecosystem.

[METADATA] SDG rating

SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution.

To address this Problem, we propose the establishment of a dedicated Cardano community hub on Dacade, a peer-to-peer blockchain learning platform. This hub will serve as a centralized platform for Cardano community members to connect, learn, and share knowledge. We will also develop a series of high-quality content and courses on Dacade covering various aspects of Cardano, from fundamental blockchain concepts to advanced development topics.

Our proposed solution tackles the problem of a dispersed Cardano community by establishing a centralized community hub on Dacade, a peer-to-peer blockchain learning platform. 

This approach offers several distinct advantages:

• Centralized Platform: A centralized hub provides a unified space for Cardano enthusiasts to connect, learn, and share knowledge, overcoming the limitations of scattered online forums and groups.

• Dacade Integration: Utilizing Dacade's blockchain technology ensures the integrity and security of community interactions, while leveraging its decentralized nature fosters transparency and trust among community members.

• Community-Driven: The hub will be designed and managed with the active involvement of the Cardano community, ensuring that it aligns with their needs and aspirations.

Our project will primarily engage three groups of Cardano stakeholders:

• Newcomers: The hub will provide a welcoming and informative space for newcomers to learn about Cardano, connect with experienced community members, and access comprehensive educational resources.

• Existing Community Members: The hub will serve as a central platform for existing community members to stay updated on the latest developments, participate in discussions, and contribute their knowledge and expertise.

• Cardano Developers and Ecosystem Builders: The hub will foster collaboration among Cardano developers and ecosystem builders, facilitating the exchange of ideas and the development of new projects.

Our proposed solution for a centralized Cardano community hub on Dacade addresses the critical issue of a scattered community and offers a unique and impactful approach to fostering learning, engagement, and ecosystem growth. We are confident that this project will significantly benefit the Cardano ecosystem and contribute to its long-term success.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community.

This project will significantly impact the Cardano ecosystem by creating a thriving community and providing high-quality educational resources. It will attract new users to Cardano, empower existing users with comprehensive knowledge, and contribute to the overall growth and success of the Cardano platform.

We will measure the impact of our project by tracking several key metrics:

• Community Growth: We will monitor the number of active community members, forum participation, and social media engagement to gauge the growth and vitality of the Cardano community hub.

• Educational Engagement: We will track the enrollment and completion rates of Cardano courses, as well as feedback from learners, to assess the effectiveness of our educational content.

• Ecosystem Contributions: We will measure the number of community-driven initiatives, projects, and contributions that arise from the hub, demonstrating its impact on the Cardano ecosystem.

We will share the outputs and opportunities that result from our project in the following ways:

• Open Source Materials: All project outputs, including code, content, and design materials, will be freely available under the MIT license, allowing anyone to use, modify, and distribute them.

• Community Engagement: We will actively engage with the Cardano community through regular updates, discussions, and events to share our progress, gather feedback, and promote the use of the hub's resources.

• Educational Resources: We will make our Cardano courses and tutorials freely available to the public on the Dacade platform, empowering anyone to learn about Cardano and develop the necessary skills to participate in the ecosystem.

• Documentation and Tutorials: We will provide comprehensive documentation and tutorials for all project outputs, ensuring that anyone can easily understand, use, and contribute to our work.

The establishment of a centralized Cardano community hub on Dacade will bring significant value to the Cardano community by fostering knowledge sharing, empowering newcomers, facilitating collaboration, and strengthening Cardano's reputation.

We are committed to measuring the impact of our project, sharing our outputs and opportunities, and ensuring the long-term success of the Cardano community hub.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

we have a team of experienced professionals with a proven track record of successfully delivering community-driven initiatives. We have conducted thorough research on the needs of the Cardano community and have developed a detailed project plan. We will implement a phased development process to gather feedback from the community and make adjustments as needed. We are committed to managing funds properly and ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the project.

Our approach is feasible and has been carefully considered to ensure the successful delivery of the Cardano community hub project. We have conducted thorough research on the needs of the Cardano community and have developed a detailed project plan that outlines the scope, timelines, and deliverables. To validate our approach, we will implement a phased development process, allowing us to gather feedback from the community and make adjustments as needed.

We are committed to managing funds properly and ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the project. We will implement the following measures to ensure proper financial management:

• Detailed Budget: We have prepared a detailed budget that outlines all project costs, including personnel, materials, and marketing expenses.

• Regular Reporting: We will provide regular financial reports to the Cardano project catalyst, detailing project expenditures and progress against the budget.

• Community Transparency: We will maintain transparency in all financial matters, making project expenditures and financial reports publicly available to the Cardano community.

[Project Milestones] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

Establish a functional Cardano community hub on Dacade (Month 1)

• Create a dedicated Cardano community space on Dacade with a welcoming and informative landing page.
• Implement basic community features, such as forum, chat, and event planning tools.
• Establish community guidelines and moderation procedures.

Acceptance criteria:

• The community space is launched and accessible to Cardano enthusiasts.
• Basic community features are functional and user-friendly.
• Clear community guidelines and moderation procedures are in place.

Develop a comprehensive onboarding program for new community members

(Month 2)

• Create a series of introductory guides and tutorials covering Cardano basics.
• Establish a mentorship program to pair experienced community members with newcomers.
• Implement gamification elements to encourage participation and learning.

Acceptance criteria:

• Onboarding program materials are developed and readily available.
• Mentorship program is established and functioning effectively.
• Gamification elements are integrated and engaging.

Launch and promote the first Cardano course on Dacade (Month 3)

• Complete the development of the first Cardano course, covering a fundamental topic.
• Create promotional materials and launch the course on Dacade's platform.
• Engage with the community and gather feedback on the course content.

Acceptance criteria:

• The first Cardano course is completed and polished.
• Effective promotional campaign generates interest and enrollment in the course.
• Positive feedback from the community indicates a valuable learning experience.

Expand the course library with additional Cardano topics (Month 4)

• Develop and launch a second Cardano course covering a more advanced topic.
• Continue developing and launching new courses on a regular basis.
• Gather feedback from the community and incorporate it into future course development.

Acceptance criteria:

• A second Cardano course is developed, launched, and well-received.
• The course library expands to cover a wider range of Cardano topics.
• Community feedback is actively considered in course development and refinement

Foster a thriving and engaged Cardano community (Month 5-6)

• Organize regular community events and discussions on various Cardano-related topics.
• Implement community governance mechanisms to empower members and encourage participation.
• Actively promote the Cardano community hub and its resources to attract new members.

Acceptance criteria:

• Regular community events and discussions are held with active participation.
• Effective community governance mechanisms are in place and functioning well.
• The Cardano community hub experiences significant growth and engagement.

Achieve a sustainable and vibrant Cardano community (Month 6)

• The Cardano community hub becomes a central hub for Cardano enthusiasts to connect, learn, and collaborate.
• The community generates valuable content, resources, and initiatives that contribute to the Cardano ecosystem.
• The project team transitions to a support role, enabling the community to self-sustain and grow.

Acceptance criteria:

• The Cardano community hub is a thriving and self-sustaining entity.
• The community contributes significantly to knowledge sharing and ecosystem development.
• The project team successfully transitions to a support and advisory role.

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Project Team

1, project manager

Name : Surafel Nigusie

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/surafel-nigusie

Role :

Responsible for overseeing the entire project from start to finish. This includes developing the project plan, managing the team, tracking progress, and ensuring that the project is delivered on time and within budget.

2, community manager

Name : Nathania Wong

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniawong

Role :

Responsible for engaging with the Cardano community, promoting the project, and fostering a sense of community among hub users. This includes managing social media channels, organizing events, and moderating forums and discussions.

3, content developer

1, Name : Serapie Tuyishime

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/serapie-tuyishime

2, Name : susan odeh

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-odeh

Role:

Responsible for creating high-quality content for the Cardano community hub, including written articles, blog posts, and video tutorials. This includes researching and writing content, editing and proofreading, and ensuring that content is aligned with the project's goals and objectives.

4, course designer and developer

Name : Edson Ntwali

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edson-ntwali

Role:

Responsible for creating high-quality Cardano courses for the community hub. This includes developing the course curriculum, creating engaging and informative course materials, and ensuring that courses meet the needs of Cardano users.

Recruitment of Additional Team Members:

If necessary, we will recruit additional team members with the following skills and responsibility:

• Marketing and promotions specialist : responsible for developing and implementing marketing and promotional campaigns to reach a wide audience of Cardano enthusiasts. This includes creating marketing materials, managing social media channels, and conducting outreach to relevant communities and influencers.

• video producer and editor : responsible for creating high-quality video content for the Cardano community hub, including explainer videos, tutorials, and interviews. This includes scripting, filming, editing, and ensuring that videos are engaging and informative.

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources.

cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources for the Cardano community hub project:

Community Development and Engagement (₳5,000)

Dedicated community management platform: ₳1,000

Marketing and promotion materials: ₳500

Community events and activities: ₳3,500

Content and Course Development (₳50,000)

Scriptwriting and content creation: ₳15,000

Course design and development: ₳5,000

Video production and editing: ₳3,000

Peer review and quality assurance: ₳2,000

challenge reward and bounty incentives: ₳25,000

Course Launch and Promotion (₳10,000)

Course marketing and advertising: ₳5,000

Influencer outreach and partnerships: ₳2,500

Community engagement and incentives: ₳2,500

Community Growth and Maintenance (₳10,000)

Ongoing community management: ₳5,000

Community support and moderation: ₳3,000

Community growth initiatives: ₳2,000

Total Budget: ₳75,000

Alternative Sources of Funding: If the project cost exceeds the funding request, we will explore alternative funding sources such as:

• Crowdfunding campaigns
• Seeking additional grants from other Cardano-related organizations
• Partnerships with Cardano-based companies

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

The overall cost of ₳75,000 for the Cardano community hub project represents a sound investment in the long-term growth and success of the Cardano ecosystem. This investment will yield significant returns in the form of increased community engagement, enhanced learning opportunities, and a stronger reputation for Cardano as a welcoming and supportive platform.

• Community Development and Engagement (₳5,000):

The community management platform, marketing and promotional materials, and community events and activities are crucial for fostering a vibrant and engaged Cardano community. This allocation ensures that the hub will have the resources to attract and retain members, creating a thriving hub for Cardano enthusiasts.

• Content and Course Development (₳50,000):

The development of high-quality Cardano courses is essential for empowering users with comprehensive knowledge and skills. The costs for scriptwriting, course design, video production, and peer review ensure that the courses are well-structured, engaging, and aligned with industry standards, providing significant value to Cardano users.

• Course Launch and Promotion (₳10,000):

The course marketing and advertising, influencer outreach, and community engagement incentives are necessary to effectively launch and promote the newly developed Cardano courses. These activities will increase visibility and enrollment, ensuring that the high-quality educational resources reach a wider audience and contribute to the overall knowledge base of the Cardano community.

• Community Growth and Maintenance (₳10,000):

Ongoing community management, support, and growth initiatives are essential for sustaining the vitality of the Cardano community hub. This allocation ensures that the hub continues to attract new members, foster engagement, and address the evolving needs of the community.

• Proportionality to Wages and Freelancer Rates:

The costs for personnel, including project manager, community manager, content developers, course designers, and video producers, are aligned with the average wages and freelancer rates in the relevant industries. We have carefully researched and benchmarked these costs to ensure they are fair and competitive.

In addition to the direct benefits outlined above, the Cardano community hub project also offers intangible benefits that contribute to the overall value proposition:

• Enhanced reputation for Cardano: 

The project will showcase Cardano's commitment to community building, education, and support, further strengthening its reputation as a welcoming and inclusive platform.

• Attraction of new users: 

The comprehensive educational resources and engaging community hub will attract new users to the Cardano ecosystem, expanding its user base and driving adoption.

• Increased knowledge and skills: 

The project will empower Cardano users with comprehensive knowledge and skills, enabling them to make informed decisions, contribute to the ecosystem, and build successful dApps.

• Enhanced collaboration and innovation: 

The thriving Cardano community hub will foster collaboration and innovation, leading to the development of new ideas, projects, and solutions that benefit the entire ecosystem.

Generally, the Cardano community hub project represents excellent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem. The project's costs are well-justified and aligned with industry standards, and the expected returns in the form of increased community engagement, enhanced learning opportunities, and a stronger reputation for Cardano are significant. The project will contribute to the long-term growth, success, and reputation of the Cardano ecosystem.

[IMPORTANT NOTE] The Applicant agrees to Fund Rules and also that data in the submission form and other data provided by the project team during the course of the project will be publicly available.

I Accept