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Lack of a compliant incorporated entity to develop & manage critical protocols in our diverse, polycentric society limits adoption of Project Catalyst+Identity+Refi tools & the utility they offer.
This is the total amount allocated to Fork it! Begin prototyping local Project Catalyst instance by preparing an appropriate legal entity to host it.
Steve Reeves
Stephen MacDonell
We'll research & develop a prototype for a viable, jurisdictionally & culturally appropriate legal entity to govern identity & economic protocols, so we can launch a local Project CatalystÂ
No dependencies
Open source/Creative commons.
SDG 4 - Quality Education
SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
Introduction
Our research will deliver the basis for a legal entity from which we will be able to demonstrate the value of Cardano and Project Catalyst with an autonomous instance of its technologies.
We intend to show the global value of these protocols by forking them to serve the specific needs of MÄori and Pacific people with identity and finance infrastructure.
Aiming at launching a kin to Project Catalyst in the future, our endeavors encapsulate the essence of local governance and sovereignty.
Success will contribute to the global discourse on Cardano's utility, its identity, and data sovereignty solutions, and its social mission; "The highest potential of human collaboration".
This proposal centres on identifying the optimal type of legal entity that will facilitate ongoing development of Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI), data availability, and finance protocols including Project Catalyst funding, and yumi.ai regenerative financing (Refi) stacks.
The focus is not on any direct development of protocols, but rather on prototyping a supportive and compliant organisational structure in our jurisdiction that enables and sustains their development.Â
We will document our process and share our learnings to open up partnership opportunities, particularly with other East, Southeast Asian, Oceanic and Pacific Island nations represented in the Eastern Town Hall and Pacific Town Hall.
This research is crucial to create an entity through which sustainable incentives are aligned, localised self-healing and evolving systems to serve the Maori economy can be implemented and enduring partnerships can be entered into.
Background
The Ähau and TribalDIDs open-source technology projects already in motion stand as a compelling, self-starting, self-determining use case.
We have created traction, demand and are well on the way to an early proof of concept, working alongside Project Catalyst community members, the AtalaPRISM tribe (who announced the launch of Open Enterprise Lab as part of Hyperledger Foundation 5/12/23 enabling our project to move forward again), and many experts in legislation and regulation in Aotearoa.
We are already fielding partnership enquiries and user requests due to the provision of immediate benefit to our MÄori community through:
Focus Area: Polycentric Society-Enabling Legal Structure
An entity is needed to provide a structure for efficient operation, risk management, sustainable research, development, innovation and continuous evolution, tailored to meet the long-term goals of our project and the broader needs of the MÄori community. This proposal focuses on researching and prototyping that legal entity essential for nurturing and sustaining our evolving ecosystem.
To deliver a prototype, we will research a range of polycentric society-enabling structures, such as New Zealand cooperatives, MÄori Incorporations, or hybrid structures, to ensure fair and just governance and maintain the integrity of the Indigenous tribal ecosystem.
Engagement of Stakeholders
Our team, alongside a collective of experts from multiple disciplines, including academia, business, and technology, legal, legislation and regulation domains is essential for identifying the right type of entity to support our emerging ecosystem.
By collaborating with academic institutions, business associations, technology partners and with support of New Zealand government departments we aim to create an entity capable of accepting grants, donations, and investment and fulfilling the demands, obligations and responsibilities as a vital utility in the digital economy should.
Goal: Readiness to fork it!
The entity will serve as the backbone for the development phase of our ecosystem, leading up to the point where the system of protocols becomes self-sustaining.
Our research approach will ensure that the entity is culturally attuned, compliant with legal and financial standards, requirements and able to facilitate a smooth transition to a self-sustaining model.
Significance to Cardano
This concept is vital to Cardano as it provides a blueprint for other communities, indigenous or otherwise, to create their own grounded, jurisdictionally compliant and culturally sound independent, self-determining and interoperable ecosystems.
Demonstrating our impact
To prove the impact of our research we will prototype an institution, we will assess the prototypeâs ability to meet the designed criteria for governance, jurisdictional compliance, and support for a tribal identity and finance ecosystem.
This will include feedback from the MÄori community and stakeholders on the prototype's effectiveness and potential for real-world implementation.
Success will be indicated by the prototype's alignment with cultural, legal, and technological requirements, setting the stage for the establishment of the entity.
The progress and insights gained will be shared with the Cardano community, demonstrating the potential for broader application and impact.
With a proven track record of five years working collaboratively, our team has demonstrated our commitment and competence in delivering successful projects, including the development and delivery of the Ähau application.
Having delivered over $ 1.5 million of funded projects in that period, each endeavour required meticulous reporting, transparent communication, and the successful attainment of project objectives.
Our collective experience showcases a consistent dedication to accountability and transparency, adapting to diverse communication methods, and ensuring project success.
This established cohesion, coupled with our expertise and track record, and a raft of productive partnerships, uniquely positions us as the ideal team to confidently and effectively deliver the proposed project.
A list of a few of the recently funded projects has been provided below:
To successfully deliver the project, we have an experienced team that possess a range of capabilities and experiences across various domains. Our fields of expertise include:
By combining the team experience, expertise and already functional PoC developed in the TribalDIDs = indigenous data sovereignty project, the project team will continue to build trust through transparency, accountability, and a demonstrated commitment to user needs and security along with regular communication with the community throughout the development process.
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Establishing a detailed design and framework for the prototype institution.
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Weeks 3-4
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Stakeholder Engagement and Feedback
Engaging MÄori community and stakeholders to refine the prototype design.
Weeks 5-6
Weeks 7-8
Acceptance Criteria: Positive feedback from a representative sample of stakeholders, indicating that their needs and concerns are addressed in the prototype design.
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Prototype Testing and Validation
Testing the prototype and finalising the completion report and video.
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Weeks 11-12
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Final Completion Report and Video
Throughout this 3-month period, we will maintain rigorous documentation and reporting protocols. Regular team meetings and progress tracking will be essential for timely completion and addressing any emerging challenges. Additionally, constant communication with all stakeholders will be maintained to ensure transparency and collaborative problem-solving.
The successful realisation of the project's objectives hinges on the effective collaboration and integration of expertise alongside the core team across these diverse domains.
Core team
As Product Owner of the project solution, Ben will play a pivotal role in driving the development and success of the project. Ben will be responsible for ensuring the product meets the needs of both the development team and the diverse communities it aims to serve.
Professional Experinence:
Key Responsibilities:
Is our community liaison for the project leading our co-development approach between the product development team and the communities we serve. Engie will be responsible for developing an engaged community user base, fostering collaboration, addressing concerns, and ensuring a positive and inclusive experience.
Personal experience:
Key Responsibilities:
As the senior developer for the project, Mix is a key player in the design, development, and implementation of our decentralised identity solution on the Cardano blockchain. His expertise will drive technical excellence, innovation, and the successful delivery of a robust and scalable open-source product.
Personal Experience:
Key Responsibilities:
Experts who'll help us â have already been engaged in our project(s)
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Prototype Design and Framework Development
Cost Estimate: âł30,000.
Community Engagement
Cost Estimate: âł30,000.
Stakeholder Engagement and Feedback
Cost Estimate: âł30,000.
Administration, Documentation and Reporting
Cost Estimate: âł10,000.
Total Estimated Budget: âł100,000.
The budget will be regularly revisited throughout the project with shared responsibility between the project leads to ensure that funds are allocated optimally and to accommodate any emerging needs or changes in scope. Additionally, maintaining a detailed and transparent record of expenditures will aid in effective budget management throughout the project lifecycle.
The cost of the project represents significant value for money for the Cardano ecosystem, considering the scope and potential impact of the project, here's how:
Impact and Broad Application to East, Southeast Asian, Oceanic and Pacific Island nations: The project focuses on the process of developing a jurisdictionally and culturally appropriate legal entity for the MÄori community in Aotearoa. This not only benefits the local community by aligning with their cultural values and legal requirements but also provides a blueprint for similar initiatives by East, Southeast Asian, Oceanic and Pacific Island nations and entrepreneurs in other indigenous populations globally, enhancing Cardano's reputation.
Technical and Cultural Innovation: The integration of traditional tribal governance with modern digital ecosystems represents a unique blend of innovation. This kind of pioneering work in the field of decentralised identity and finance protocols showcases Cardano's capabilities in addressing complex, real-world contexts and complicated regulatory problems beyond those in the US.
Enhancing Cardano's Ecosystem: By demonstrating the practical use of Cardano's technology in culturally sensitive and legally complex environments, the project contributes to the broader narrative of blockchain for social good. This enhances Cardano's appeal to communities, developers and users interested in meaningful economic societal change.
Value for money:
In summary, the project represents value for money by delivering a high-impact, culturally significant innovation within a reasonable budget, considering the specialised nature of the work and its potential for wide-ranging implications within and beyond the Cardano ecosystem.