Citizenship
Community Membership Citizenship represents full membership that unlocks participation in all aspects of the community.
"Citizenship isn't just a status—it's a journey of growth and commitment."
🌱 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: Visitor Experience
Visit the Land - Experience the community firsthand
Meet the Community - Connect with existing members
Learn the Basics - Understand core systems and values
Make Initial Contributions - Participate in simple activities
Phase 2: Engagement Path
Choose Your Role - Volunteer, Resident, or Steward
Extended Stay - Spend more time in the community
Deeper Engagement - Take on more complex responsibilities
Skill Development - Learn specific abilities needed by the community
Relationship Building - Form meaningful connections with other members
Phase 3: Citizenship Application
Letter of Intent - Express your desire to become a Citizen
Vouching - Secure support from existing Citizens
Token Acquisition - Obtain minimum required $TDF tokens
Community Review - Period for feedback from existing Citizens
Phase 4: Integration Ceremony
Citizenship Ceremony - Formal welcome as a Citizen
Rights Activation - Gain voting powers and governance access
Responsibility Acceptance - Commit to Citizen duties
Celebration - Mark your advancement with the community
Citizenship Requirements
To qualify for Citizenship, participants must demonstrate:
Alignment with Values - Understanding and embodiment of regenerative principles
Meaningful Contribution - History of adding value to the community
Community Integration - Positive relationships with existing members
Financial Commitment - Holding minimum required $TDF tokens
Knowledge Mastery - Understanding of governance systems and responsibilities
Application Process
Submit Application - Via the Citizenship portal on Charmverse
Community Feedback - 2-week period for existing Citizens to comment
Interview - Discussion with Citizenship Council
Decision - Consensus-based approval by Citizens
Onboarding - If approved, complete final integration steps
🎖️ Citizen Privileges and Benefits
Upon becoming a Citizen, you gain:
Governance Powers
As a Citizen, you gain significant influence over the community:
Voting Rights - Direct say in all DAO decisions
Proposal Creation - Ability to initiate new governance projects
Delegation - Power to entrust your voting weight to allies
Working Groups - Join specialized governance teams
Budget Influence - Help direct community resources
Extended Presence
Citizens enjoy enhanced access to the physical community:
Longer Stays - Extended presence beyond visitor limits
Priority Booking - Preferential access during high-demand periods
Flexible Scheduling - More adaptable arrival/departure options
Space Allocation - Possibility for dedicated work or living areas
Hosting Rights - Ability to invite guests (within limits)
Economic Advantages
The Citizen role unlocks special economic benefits:
$Sweat Earning - Access to bounties and contribution rewards
Resource Access - Use of community tools, spaces, and materials
Skill Development - Training opportunities and knowledge sharing
Network Benefits - Connections to the broader regenerative ecosystem
Project Funding - Ability to propose and receive funding for initiatives
Community Integration
Citizens become core members of the living community:
Decision Influence - Shape the culture and direction of TDF
Deep Relationships - Sustained connections with other members
Knowledge Access - Deeper understanding of systems and processes
Identity Recognition - Acknowledged role in the community story
Legacy Creation - Opportunity to leave lasting impact
Growth Opportunities
The Citizen path opens doors to personal development:
Skill Mastery - Deepen expertise in areas of interest
Leadership Development - Grow as a community leader
Network Expansion - Connect with the broader regenerative movement
Personal Projects - Space and support for your initiatives
Transformative Experiences - Deeper integration with community rhythms
⚔️ Citizen Responsibilities
With privileges come responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities
As a Citizen, you are entrusted with these essential duties:
Active Governance
Regular Voting - Participate in DAO decisions
Proposal Review - Provide thoughtful feedback on proposals
Working Group Participation - Join at least one governance team
Delegation Management - If delegating votes, choose representatives wisely
Community Contribution
Sweat Equity - Regular contribution of skills and labor
Knowledge Sharing - Teaching and mentoring other members
Culture Cultivation - Upholding and evolving community values
Conflict Transformation - Helping resolve tensions constructively
Financial Commitment
Token Holding - Maintain minimum required $TDF tokens
Resource Stewardship - Responsible use of community assets
Economic Participation - Support the regenerative economy
Transparent Accounting - Clear tracking of resource use
Land Stewardship
Ecological Care - Active participation in regenerative land practices
Infrastructure Maintenance - Help maintain physical systems
Monitoring Support - Assist with ecological impact tracking
Regenerative Design - Contribute to land planning and development
Activity Requirements
To maintain active Citizenship status:
Governance Participation - Vote in at least 70% of proposals annually
Physical Presence - Minimum 14 days on-site per year
Contribution Hours - At least 100 hours of tracked contribution annually
Token Maintenance - Hold minimum 5 $TDF tokens
Communication - Respond to official communications within 7 days
Accountability System
Citizens hold each other accountable through:
Peer Feedback - Regular constructive feedback
Transparency Dashboards - Public tracking of participation
Annual Review - Reflection on contribution and engagement
Conflict Resolution - Clear process for addressing concerns
Citizenship Renewal - Periodic reaffirmation of commitment
Citizenship Maintenance
To remain in good standing:
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
Evolve Practices - Adapt to changing community needs
🔄 Citizenship Lifecycle
Citizenship is not permanent—it requires ongoing engagement:
Departure Paths
There are several ways a Citizen's journey may evolve:
Voluntary Transition
Life Changes - Personal circumstances require moving on
New Adventures - Pursuing different projects or locations
Role Evolution - Shifting to supporter or ally status
Temporary Pause - Taking a sabbatical with intent to return
Inactive Status
Reduced Engagement - Unable to meet minimum participation requirements
Extended Absence - Long period without physical presence
Communication Lapse - Failure to respond to community communications
Token Reduction - Falling below minimum $TDF holding requirement
Community-Initiated
Values Misalignment - Persistent actions contrary to community principles
Unresolved Conflicts - Inability to transform tensions constructively
Trust Breakdown - Loss of community confidence
Harmful Behavior - Actions that damage community or land
Outboarding Process
For Voluntary Transitions
Notification - Inform the Citizenship Council of intention to transition
Handover Planning - Identify responsibilities needing transfer
Knowledge Documentation - Record critical information and insights
Relationship Closure - Address any unresolved tensions
Celebration Ritual - Honor the Citizen's contributions and journey
For Inactive Transitions
Status Notification - Formal notice of inactive status
Grace Period - 30-day window to address participation issues
Status Change - Shift to Volunteer, Resident, Steward, or Visitor status if unresolved
Path to Return - Clear criteria for regaining Citizenship if desired
Resource Reallocation - Reassignment of responsibilities
For Community-Initiated Transitions
Concern Documentation - Clear articulation of issues
Dialogue Process - Structured conversation to address concerns
Improvement Plan - Opportunity to realign with community expectations
Decision Point - Community determination on continued Citizenship
Transition Support - Respectful process regardless of outcome
Rights & Responsibilities During Transition
During Transition
Voting Rights - Maintained until transition complete
Resource Access - Gradually transferred according to timeline
Communication Access - Phased reduction of access to internal channels
Financial Obligations - Clear resolution of any outstanding matters
Post-Citizenship Status
Alumni Network - Option to join former Citizens network
Visitor Privileges - Continued ability to visit as a guest
Knowledge Contribution - Opportunities to share expertise
Relationship Maintenance - Ongoing connection at appropriate level
"Citizenship is not a destination, but a path of continuous growth."
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