Gm Polkadot Community,
We are excited to introduce a proposal for our initiative aimed at expanding the Polkadot ecosystem in Romania. Our proposal outlines a series of strategic events and educational programs designed to foster innovation, education, and community growth within the Polkadot network that will be conducted under the Blockchain Hub Romania's activity in the next 12 months.
Why Blockchain Hub Romania?
Romania is rapidly emerging as a significant hub for technology and innovation in Eastern Europe. With a growing interest in blockchain technology and a strong developer community, it presents a unique opportunity to cultivate a thriving Polkadot ecosystem. Our team, backed by the success of ETH Bucharest, is well-positioned to leverage this momentum to create a robust platform for networking, learning, and development.
What Do We Aim to Achieve?
Our vision is to introduce Polkadot to a new and enthusiastic audience in Romania. Through a series of hackathons, workshops, meet-ups, and the creation of educational materials, we aim to onboard new builders and contributors to the Polkadot ecosystem. Our approach is comprehensive, targeting developers, academics, startups, and potential contributors, ensuring a well-rounded and sustainable community growth.
Key Highlights of the Proposal:
Our Commitment to the Polkadot Ecosystem:
We believe that our initiative will significantly contribute to the growth and visibility of Polkadot in Romania. By building a local community of skilled developers and enthusiastic contributors, we aim to drive the development of innovative projects and tools on Polkadot, ultimately increasing its adoption and impact.
We invite you to review our detailed proposal below and join us in the discussion. Your feedback and support are invaluable as we embark on this exciting journey to expand the Polkadot ecosystem in Romania.
Community/Group/Organization Name: Blockchain Hub Romania (powered by ETH Bucharest)
Project Description:
Blockchain Hub Romania is dedicated to enhancing the Polkadot ecosystem in Romania by organizing hackathons, workshops, meet-ups, and educational events. Our goal is to develop a robust infrastructure for networking, learning, and brainstorming, and to onboard new builders into the blockchain industry through partner ecosystems.
Why Romania?
Safe and Secure Environment
STRATEGIC ADVANTAGES
ABUNDANT TECH TALENT AND ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
TRIVING CRYPTO COMMUNITY
Team Experience and Completeness:
Our team is led by co-founders with extensive experience in Web3 and Web2. We have successfully organized the ETH Bucharest Conference and Hackathon [https://linktr.ee/ethbucharest] and NFT Bucharest [https://linktr.ee/nftbucharest] in Romania, demonstrating our ability to execute large-scale events, each gathering over 1000 attendees. Our team comprises experts in event management, community building, and blockchain technology.
Team Members:
Innovation or Value to Polkadot:
Our project will introduce Polkadot to a new audience in Romania, fostering the development of innovative projects and tools using Polkadot's technology. By organizing events and creating educational materials, we will strengthen the connection between the Polkadot ecosystem and the developer community in Romania.
Current Stage of Project:
Our project is in the planning stage, with several activities already in motion, including discussions with potential partners and initial event planning.
Target Audience:
Our target audience includes developers, academics, startups, and potential contributors interested in blockchain technology.
Comparable Projects:
While there are other educational and community projects within the Polkadot ecosystem, our focus on the Romanian market and our comprehensive approach to integrating Web2 developers sets us apart.
Previous Grants from Polkadot or Related Programs: N/A
Grants from Other Blockchains:
We have verbal agreements with the Ethereum Foundation, Akasha, Sablier, and Build 21 to support the activities of Blockchain Hub Romania and a few more ongoing discussions.
Idea/Project for Grant:
We are applying for a grant to include a series of Polkadot-focused events in the activities of Blockchain Hub Romania for the coming 12 months. Our plan includes:
Major Deliverables:
Alignment with Polkadot Ecosystem:
Our project will drive growth in the Polkadot ecosystem by fostering a community of developers and potential contributors in Romania. This will lead to the development of new projects and tools on Polkadot, increasing its adoption and visibility.
Blockchain HUB Romania Partner:
Through the acceptance of this proposal, Polkadot will also become a part of Blockchain Hub Romania, enjoying the benefits provided to our partners.
Meetup Budget - $2,500 x 4 = $10,000:
Workshop/Bootcamp - $5,000 x 4 = $20,000:
Hackathons - $10,000 x 2 = $20,000:
September - October: Initial Planning and Preparation ($20,000 release)
**November: Content Development and Community Engagement ($3,000 release)
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**December: First Workshop and Material Update ($3,000 release)
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**January - February: First Bootcamp and Hackathon ($6,000 release)
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**March - April: Preparation for Second Bootcamp and Hackathon ($6,000 release)
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**May: Second Bootcamp and Hackathon ($3,000 release)
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**June - July: Final Content Development and Community Engagement ($6,000 release)
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August: Second Workshop and Review ($3,000 release)
Associations with Organizations:
We are actively engaged in discussions with several prestigious universities and institutions to foster education and community growth in the blockchain space. These include FABIZ, the business faculty of ASE University, and the Computer Science faculty at Politehnica University, both known for their strong emphasis on entrepreneurship and technical talent. Additionally, we plan to extend our partnerships to other prominent academic institutions across Romania.
Region of Development:
Our initiatives will primarily be rooted in Romania, beginning in the capital city of Bucharest. As we gain momentum, we intend to expand our efforts to other key cities, such as Cluj-Napoca, with its growing tech community and the active ETH Cluj community. By hosting events and fostering local chapters in cities like Cluj, we aim to build a decentralized network of blockchain enthusiasts and professionals, ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive approach to community growth and education throughout Romania.