# Citizen **Community Member** Citizens are full members of the TDF community with governance rights and deeper responsibilities. > *"Citizenship isn't just a status—it's a journey of growth and commitment."* ## Role Description Citizens are individuals who have demonstrated alignment with TDF's values and made a formal commitment to the community. They hold governance rights, participate in decision-making, and take on deeper responsibilities for community wellbeing. Citizenship represents a long-term relationship with the community rather than a temporary role. ## Quick Overview As a Citizen, you: * **Have voting rights** in community governance * **Can create proposals** for community decisions * **Hold $TDF tokens** representing your stake in the community * **Participate actively** in community life and development * **Take responsibility** for the health of the community and land ## 🌱 Becoming a Citizen Becoming a Citizen is a meaningful process that requires demonstrating alignment with the community's core values and practices: ### The Onboarding Process Citizenship is not granted lightly—it's earned through demonstrated commitment to the community and its values. #### Phase 1: Cultural Onboarding * **Cultural Integration** - Learn community values, practices, and ways of being * **Community Connection** - Build relationships with existing members * **Value Alignment** - Demonstrate understanding of regenerative principles #### Phase 2: Physical Presence * **Minimum Stay** - Spend at least 1 month on site (can be 2 × 2 weeks) * **Active Participation** - Engage in community life and activities * **Contribution** - Make meaningful contributions to community projects #### Phase 3: Token Requirement * **Hold ≥30 TDF tokens** - Maintain minimum token holding requirement * **Financial Commitment** - Demonstrate investment in community success #### Phase 4: Community Vouching * **Vouched by ≥3 citizens** - Secure meaningful support from existing Citizens * **At least 1 active team member** - Include team member in vouching process * **Meaningful Vouching** - Not rubber stamp, but genuine endorsement #### Phase 5: Application Process * **Letter of Intent** - Express your desire and commitment to become a Citizen * **Detailed Questions** - Answer comprehensive application questions * **No Unresolved Reports** - Address any community concerns * **Sign Citizen Agreement** - Commit to citizen responsibilities ### Citizenship Requirements To qualify for Citizenship, participants must demonstrate: 1. **Alignment with Values** - Understanding and embodiment of regenerative principles 2. **Meaningful Contribution** - History of adding value to the community 3. **Community Integration** - Positive relationships with existing members 4. **Financial Commitment** - Holding minimum required $TDF tokens 5. **Knowledge Mastery** - Understanding of governance systems and responsibilities ### Application Process 1. **Submit Application** - Via the Citizenship portal on the TDF website 2. **Community Feedback** - 2-week period for existing Citizens to comment 3. **Investigation** - Team must investigate any reports 4. **Decision** - Consensus-based approval by Citizens 5. **Onboarding** - If approved, complete final integration steps ## 🎖️ Citizen Perks Upon becoming a Citizen, you gain: ### Governance Rights * **Voting Rights** - Direct say in all DAO decisions * **Proposal Creation** - Ability to initiate new governance projects * **Citizen-Only Programs** - Access to exclusive community programs ### Stay Benefits * **Instant Booking** - Immediate access to accommodation booking * **Year-Ahead Booking** - Ability to book 1 year in advance * **Extended Stays** - Up to 180 days maximum stay * **Stay Credits ("Carrots")** - One-time credits that can be gifted or used to extend stays ### Community Access * **Proof-of-Presence Weighting** - Enhanced voting weight for physical presence * **Telegram Group** - Access to citizen-only communication channels * **NFT Proof** - Digital credential of membership * **Member Page Listing** - Public recognition of citizenship status ## ⚔️ Citizen Responsibilities With privileges come responsibilities: ### Core Requirements * **Token Holding** - Maintain minimum 30 $TDF tokens * **Governance Participation** - Vote in at least 70% of proposals annually * **4h/week Contribution** - When on site, contribute at least 4 hours weekly * **Physical Presence** - Minimum 14 days on-site per year * **Communication** - Respond to official communications within 7 days ## 🔄 Citizenship Maintenance To remain in good standing, Citizens must: * **Meet Activity Requirements** - Fulfill minimum participation thresholds * **Uphold Values** - Demonstrate alignment with community principles * **Address Concerns** - Respond constructively to feedback * **Renew Commitment** - Participate in annual renewal ritual *** *"Citizenship is not a destination, but a path of continuous growth."* --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. 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