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The Cardano ecosystem lacks daily news in Portuguese, limiting access to information, engagement, and participation of the Portuguese-speaking community.
We will publish structured daily news in Portuguese about the Cardano ecosystem on GovChainLab, fostering accessibility, engagement, and community growth.
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Cardano Daily News in Portuguese - By GovChaibLab
Enter the amount of funding you are requesting in ADA
40000
Please specify how many months you expect your project to last
6
Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated
No
Original Language
en
What is the problem you want to solve?
The Cardano ecosystem lacks daily news in Portuguese, limiting access to information, engagement, and participation of the Portuguese-speaking community.
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Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?
No
Describe any dependencies or write 'No dependencies'
No dependencies
Will your project's outputs be fully open source?
Yes
License and Additional Information
open source
Please choose the most relevant theme and tag related to the outcomes of your proposal
Community
Who you’re targeting, how you’ll reach them, and why this matters for Cardano.
Target Audience: Portuguese-speaking community interested in Cardano.
Approach: Daily structured news on GovChainLab Substack, promoted via Telegram, Twitter (X), and partnerships.
Why it matters: Expands Cardano’s reach in a strategic region, reduces language barriers, and fosters informed community growth.
Provide a list of key activities of your project?
Daily production of structured Cardano news in Portuguese.
Content design aligned with GovChainLab, Catalyst, and Cardano visual identity.
Distribution through Substack, Telegram, and Twitter (X).
Community engagement via interactive sections and direct feedback channels.
What are your success metrics?
Publish 20–22 structured news editions monthly (Mon–Fri).
Reach at least 3,000 unique readers in 6 months.
Maintain +40% average open rate and +15% engagement rate.
Grow GovChainLab Telegram group by 500+ members.
Positive community feedback on clarity and relevance of content.
Please describe your proposed solution and how it addresses the problem
The identified problem is the lack of accessible, structured, and updated information in Portuguese about the Cardano ecosystem. While there are several international initiatives, the Brazilian community still lacks a centralized space that provides reliable news, in clear language, and with consistent frequency. This gap hinders participation, engagement, and the understanding of Cardano’s relevance both globally and locally.
The proposed solution is the creation of a structured daily news bulletin, published Monday to Friday on the GovChainLab website. The bulletin will have its own visual identity, be written in Portuguese, and include fixed sections such as:
Governance and Catalyst updates;
The choice of a structured daily bulletin is based on the need for consistency and reliability. Regular publishing creates a reading habit and establishes a reference point for the community. Furthermore, the structured format ensures that information is organized, avoiding dispersion and maximizing clarity.
This project will directly engage:
Impact will be demonstrated through publishing frequency, growth in readership, engagement in comments and shares, and the increased presence of Cardano in local discussions. The bulletin will act as a bridge between global ecosystem production and the Brazilian audience, strengthening the perception that Cardano is accessible, innovative, and constantly evolving.
The uniqueness of this solution lies in combining consistency, clarity, and accessibility in Portuguese, creating a product that is simple to consume and highly reliable. It is not just about translating information, but adapting it to the local reality, organizing it into fixed sections, and delivering it in a structured format.
The main beneficiaries will be current and potential Cardano community members in Brazil. For the global ecosystem, the benefit lies in expanding the base of informed, engaged, and ready-to-collaborate users, strengthening decentralization, and consolidating Cardano as a reference in the Portuguese-speaking world.
Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community
This project will generate measurable and lasting impact for the wider Cardano community by strengthening engagement, improving information flow, and reducing barriers for Portuguese-speaking participants in Brazil.
A structured daily news bulletin published Monday to Friday will provide clarity, consistency, and trustworthiness. By centralizing updates into a reliable format, it avoids the fragmentation of information and creates a clear reference point for the community.
Key areas of impact:
Expected outcomes:
By focusing on structured communication, the project addresses a critical gap: access to reliable information in Portuguese. The positive impact extends beyond immediate news delivery, contributing to the consolidation of a more informed, active, and connected community in Brazil — and, by extension, reinforcing Cardano’s mission of global decentralization.
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?
The successful execution of previous initiatives — including the Intersect Education and Multimedia Grant and the Cardano Community Hub in Brazil funded by Catalyst Fund 13 — demonstrates the solid foundation of trust, accountability, and delivery capacity established by Daniela Alves and Maria Carmo.
Both have a proven track record in the Cardano community, deep expertise in decentralized governance, and the ability to lead impactful projects that combine educational outreach with strategic partnerships. Their experience ensures not only the capacity to execute but also to manage resources transparently and deliver measurable results.
Key Achievements Under Intersect
Creation of GovChainLab https://govchainlab.substack.com/
Under the Intersect Education and Multimedia Grant, Daniela and Maria launched GovChainLab, a platform dedicated to producing educational materials on decentralized governance. This initiative included:
This work significantly expanded Portuguese-language educational outreach within the Cardano ecosystem.
Successful Workshops and Events
DRep Pioneer Workshop – Co-organized with the Institute of Technology and Society in Rio de Janeiro, generating strong interest and opening new collaboration opportunities https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/drep-pioneer-program-brasil?utm_source=publication-search
Curitiba Event at Hard Rock Café – Focused on decentralization in Cardano, received high praise and sparked institutional interest for future partnerships https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/cardano-na-mesa-do-hard-rock-cafe-6ad?utm_source=publication-search.
Constitutional Workshop at ESPM (São Paulo) – A milestone event that deepened discussions on decentralized governance and generated demand for further activities https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/saiba-como-foi-o-workshop-constitucional?utm_source=publication-search.
Workshop at Insper – Provided in-depth education on Cardano governance to students and professionals https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/evento-da-govchainlab-no-insper?utm_source=publication-search.
Online Workshop for Youth in Portuguese-Speaking Countries – Reached participants from five countries, promoting understanding of decentralized governance across the Lusophone worldhttps://govchainlab.substack.com/p/workshop-sobre-governanca-descentralizada?utm_source=publication-search.
Presentation at ExpoBlockchain – Highlighted GovChainLab’s initiatives and engaged a diverse audience in governance discussions: https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/govchainlab-na-expoblockchain-em?utm_source=publication-search
Execution of the Cardano Community Hub Brazil (H1 2025)
In the first half of 2025, the Hub exceeded expectations, delivering not only the planned activities but also multiple strategic actions:
Apr 29 – Participation in Cardano Bolivia Summit with a lecture connecting Brazilian and Bolivian communities: https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/evento-brasil-e-bolivia-conectados?utm_source=publication-search
May 10 – Educational activity on blockchain, crypto assets, and Cardano at Jardim Vila Kennedy, Rio de Janeiro: https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/hub-cardano-brasil-leva-educacao?utm_source=publication-search
May 27 – Cardano workshop at Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná (UTFPR), reinforcing the ecosystem’s presence in Southern Brazil: https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/cardano-na-universidade-tecnologica?utm_source=publication-search
Jun 2 – Partnership formalized with the National Blockchain Observatory (ONB), a public platform created by the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MCTI), in collaboration with RNP and CPQD: https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/hub-cardano-brasil-fecha-parceria?utm_source=publication-search
Jun 4–5 – Exclusive women’s workshop on Cardano, in partnership with the Municipal Secretariat of Innovation, Science and Technology of Niterói (SMICT): https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/hub-cardano-brasil-leva-workshop?utm_source=publication-search
Jun 5 – Participation in Pizza Day Token Economy event in Curitiba, delivering a practical Cardano workshop: https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/cardano-hub-brasil-realiza-pizza?utm_source=publication-search
Apr 22 Intersect Event – GovChainLab also hosted the Cardano Budget Workshop in São Paulo: https://govchainlab.substack.com/p/construindo-o-futuro-da-cardano-workshops?utm_source=publication-search
Why This Track Record Matters
These achievements collectively demonstrate our ability to execute complex, multi-stakeholder projects and to engage strategic partners across different regions and sectors. From government agencies and universities to innovation hubs and community groups, our network of collaborators reflects both credibility and reach.
This proven capability ensures that the proposed activities in this new phase will be delivered with the same high standards of trust, accountability, and measurable impact, qualities that the Cardano community can rely on.
Milestone Title
Planning & Visual Identity
Milestone Outputs
Complete project plan with detailed timeline, allocation of responsibilities, and operational workflow.
Development of a strong visual identity, including logo, templates, typography, and color palette for consistent branding.
Definition of editorial guidelines covering tone of voice, structure, publication format, and thematic pillars.
Acceptance Criteria
Approval of the project roadmap by the coordination team.
Delivery of design materials ready to be applied in publications across different platforms.
Editorial standards documented and shared internally to ensure consistency in all outputs.
Evidence of Completion
PDF file with the detailed project plan.
Design files of the complete visual identity package.
Editorial guidelines document available for reference.
Delivery Month
1
Cost
12000
Progress
10 %
Milestone Title
Technical Setup & Pilot Bulletin
Milestone Outputs
Activation of publishing channels (Substack, Twitter, Telegram).
Production and release of 20 pilot bulletins (four weeks, Monday to Friday).
Collection of initial community feedback and adjustments in format, length, and style.
Acceptance Criteria
All channels fully operational and connected.
At least 20 bulletins published with clear structure, covering governance, projects, and ecosystem news.
Feedback mechanism created and tested with readers.
Evidence of Completion
Public links to all channels with content available.
Screenshots and archives of the 20 bulletins.
Document summarizing feedback and adjustments made.
Delivery Month
2
Cost
12000
Progress
20 %
Milestone Title
Community Engagement & Mid-Review
Milestone Outputs
Twenty structured daily bulletins (Monday to Friday) will be delivered during the month. Each bulletin will follow the established editorial guide, ensuring clear sections: ecosystem projects, governance updates, and development highlights. The format will be consolidated, guaranteeing clarity, accuracy, and consistent engagement.
Acceptance Criteria
This milestone will be accepted once 20 bulletins are published within schedule, maintaining consistency in structure, frequency, and editorial quality. At least three sections must be present in each bulletin, following the style guide.
Evidence of Completion
Evidence will include public links to all published bulletins and internal records confirming daily releases. Screenshots and archived files will be provided as proof of regularity.
Delivery Month
3
Cost
4000
Progress
40 %
Milestone Title
Community Engagement & Mid-Review
Milestone Outputs
Delivery of 20 new daily bulletins, maintaining quality and structure. At least one interactive feature will be added, such as polls, Q&A, or weekly highlights, to increase community participation. A mid-term community review session will also be held, collecting feedback and evaluating partial results.
Acceptance Criteria
Acceptance requires publication of 20 bulletins, implementation of at least one interactive engagement tool, and documentation of the community review session. These elements must show that the bulletin is not only informative but also participatory.
Evidence of Completion
Proof will include links to all bulletins, screenshots of the interactive feature applied, and a report summarizing community review feedback and resulting improvements.
Delivery Month
4
Cost
4000
Progress
50 %
Milestone Title
Consolidation & Growth
Milestone Outputs
A further 20 weekday editions will be delivered. We will run small growth experiments (subject line A/B tests, section ordering, thumbnail variants) and refine distribution copy for Telegram and X. Using multi-month analytics, we will adjust section weight, add a brief glossary where needed, and standardize internal notes to speed up production without quality loss.
Acceptance Criteria
Acceptance requires the 20 posts live, at least two documented growth experiments with hypotheses and outcomes, and a measurable improvement in at least one metric versus Month 3 (e.g., open rate, click-through, completion). The editorial process doc must be updated to reflect time savings or clarity gains achieved by the refinements.
Evidence of Completion
We will share links to all Month-5 editions, an experiment log (setup, variant, result, decision), comparative analytics charts, and the revised process doc. A short “Consolidation Brief” will list the best-performing patterns (e.g., headline length, link density) that will be kept for Month 6 and beyond.
Delivery Month
5
Cost
4000
Progress
90 %
Milestone Title
Final Delivery & Sustainability Plan
Milestone Outputs
We will publish the last 20 weekday editions, complete a comprehensive Final Impact Report (production volume, reach, engagement, section performance), and deliver a Sustainability Plan detailing next-step funding options, lightweight monetization/community support, editorial rota, and a replicable playbook to maintain daily cadence post-Catalyst.
Acceptance Criteria
Acceptance requires all 20 editions published, the Final Impact Report delivered with multi-month comparisons and insights, and a pragmatic Sustainability Plan with timelines, responsibilities, and risk mitigations. The plan must include a clear content calendar and minimum service level to protect consistency going forward.
Evidence of Completion
Evidence will include a link bundle to Month-6 posts, the Final Impact Report (PDF with appendices: analytics exports, section heatmaps), and the Sustainability Plan (roles, budget outline, calendar). A “handover pack” will archive key templates, checklists, and the latest editorial guide to ensure continuity for the community.
Delivery Month
6
Cost
4000
Progress
100 %
Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources
Daniela Alves will lead content strategy, coordinate the team, oversee partnerships, and ensure alignment with governance objectives.
Maria Carmo will review all materials, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and consistency with Cardano governance standards.
A professional writer will be responsible for drafting articles, reports, and summaries, transforming complex insights into engaging content.
A designer will develop and maintain the project’s visual identity, creating layouts, graphics, and branding assets for publications and social media.
A specialist will manage online engagement, optimize posting schedules, and facilitate interactions across Twitter, Telegram, Substack, and Discord.
Covers essential tools, administrative tasks, and a contingency reserve to ensure smooth project execution.
How does the cost of the project represent value for the Cardano ecosystem?
The project budget has been designed to ensure efficiency and clear value for the Cardano ecosystem. Each role—content coordination, writing, review, design, and community management—addresses a specific need to guarantee professional quality and consistent delivery. This structure ensures that knowledge about Cardano, its governance processes, and ecosystem developments is presented with clarity and credibility.
By involving specialized professionals, the project balances technical accuracy with accessible communication. Daniela Alves coordinates the content strategy, Maria Carmo ensures editorial quality, while other team members focus on writing, visual identity, and social media engagement. This distribution of responsibilities avoids over-reliance on a single contributor and ensures timely outputs that reach a broad audience.
The costs reflect fair professional standards in the communications and design industry, where hourly rates and workload distribution have been carefully considered. The emphasis is on quality rather than quantity, with resources directed toward creating durable, reliable materials that strengthen Cardano’s presence and reinforce trust in its governance processes.
Overall, the project represents strong value for the ecosystem, combining professional expertise with a lean structure to deliver measurable impact through consistent, high-quality outputs that inform and engage the community.
Terms and Conditions:
Yes
Our project team is composed of experienced professionals with a strong background in education, communication, and blockchain governance. Each member brings unique expertise to ensure the successful execution of this proposal. Below is a detailed breakdown of the team members and their roles:
Role: Maria will be responsible for creating the educational content (tutorials, videos, and articles), managing the online workshops, and leading community engagement. She will ensure that all content is accessible and relevant to the community, particularly in the context of decentralized governance.
Experience: Maria is a pioneer in the Catalyst Fund and a former Cardano Ambassador. She has extensive experience in creating educational materials and fostering community engagement within the Cardano ecosystem.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-carmo
YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@MariaCarmo369
Role: Daniela will lead as Content Coordinator, overseeing the strategic design and quality of all educational and governance materials produced in the project. She will ensure consistency across tutorials, articles, and news updates, while aligning the content with the governance needs of the Cardano community. Daniela will also manage communication with institutions, partnerships, and stakeholder relations, strengthening outreach and reinforcing the project’s legitimacy.
Experience: Daniela has experience in government relations, communications, governance, and education. She has worked for Brazilian TV stations and taught at IBMEC-SP. Daniela is a dedicated Web3 participant and has been an active participant in the Cardano community since 2021. DRep Pioneer Education. She is a co-founder of GovChainLab.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniela-alves-ri/
Public Mention of Governance Work: https://x.com/DanielaAlvesRI/status/1704264237743317234?s=20
Role: A professional specialized in visual identity will ensure the materials—such as bulletins, reports, and infographics—are visually coherent, attractive, and aligned with Cardano’s standards. This will strengthen brand recognition and engagement.
Skills Sought: Graphic design, branding, layout creation, and digital publishing.
Role: A dedicated manager will handle the distribution of content across Twitter, Telegram, and Substack, optimize posting schedules, and maintain active interaction with the community. They will also gather feedback and track metrics to refine strategies.
Skills Sought: Social media strategy, community management, and analytics.
Additional Recruitment Plan
We may also onboard part-time collaborators for specialized tasks, such as translation or research support, depending on demand. We are already in conversation with potential contributors in design and social media, ensuring readiness to integrate them as soon as the project starts.