Kambria has successfully organized the DEP Kickoff Event on Sep 19th, 2025.

This Event marks the beginning of the Onboarding & DAO Setup Phase, where DAO teams begin submitting proposals, taking action, and collectively learning through experimentation.

- Key Highlights:
- Esteemed Attendees:

1. Program Onboarding Overview
2. Q&A from the DAO Members
3. DAO Dedicated Sessions
4. Sharing Back from DAO Members
5. Next milestones and Heartfelt Thanks

Key Highlights:

Program Onboarding Overview
Q&A from the DAO Members
DAO Dedicated Sessions, in which DAO Facilitators from each DAO share details about the initial formation of Groups and Roles, the goals and work plan, as well as the key milestones
Sharing Back from DAO Members
Next milestones

Esteemed Attendees:

Ms. Liên Cao - Kambria Core Team
DAO Facilitators of the 4 DAOs including:
- Mr. Thanh Nguyễn and Ms. Thư Nguyễn for Grow Together DAO and Connect DAO
- Ms. Hoàn Võ and Ms. Khuê Võ for Nourish DAO
- Ms. Hoàn Võ and Ms. Mai Phan for Reflection DAO
Current Tracking Assistant - Ms. Linh Phạm.
All DAO Members

Full video:

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1. Program Onboarding Overview

In the Program Onboarding Overview, Ms. Liên Cao from the Kambria Core Team shared an overview to guide DAO members through the starting steps.

She began by outlining the goals of the meeting: welcoming members from the 4 DAOs, connecting them with DAO Facilitators and teammates, aligning on tools and workflows, and setting the tone for a creative, impact-driven experience.

She then introduced key resources to help participants navigate the program, including the current stage, documentation, DAO basics, proposal and reporting workflows, DAO tools, and upcoming milestones. The intention was to provide a roadmap rather than dive into details.

Reviewing the journey so far, she presented a funnel chart: from 182 registrants, 121 moved to the Qualification stage, 91 to Verification, and now 61 members remain in the Kickoff stage. She expressed appreciation for this commitment and encouraged members to carry it forward.

A timeline chart showed the program’s current stage: Phase 3 - Onboarding and DAO Setup. Previous phases of Preparation, Recruitment, and Selection have been completed, and the next milestone after onboarding will be Execution.

To support participants, she recommended exploring the DEP Docs site, especially the Onboarding Hub. This hub includes DAO basics, guides for DAO tools, and Kambria’s branding guidelines, templates, and policies.

Within the Hub, she highlighted two key parts:

An onboarding checklist, where five action items (such as joining Discord, setting up MetaMask, accessing shared folders) are already completed, and the remaining items will be addressed together.
A table of DAO-specific links, such as XDAO spaces, Drive folders, Discord channels, spreadsheets, report forms, and Padlet.

She also introduced the Hub’s section on DAO concepts, explaining why the DAO model is used, the role of the Governance Token, how proposals enable decision-making, and the importance of quorum.

Next, she pointed to the DAO Operating Playbook, which describes the governance flow, the Code of Collaboration, and the framework for conflict handling.

Proposals and reporting were emphasized as the most important part. The Docs provide templates and examples for proposals, submission and voting guidelines, and reporting templates for proposal reports, DAO summary reports, and impact tracking.

Ms. Cao also introduced the core tools of the Experimentation Program:

MetaMask for wallets, interaction with XDAO, funding, and KAT recognition
XDAO for proposal submission, voting, and fund management
Google Drive for materials and working files
Kambria Discord for communication and collaboration

She reminded members that DAO-specific links are available in the Onboarding Hub.

Looking ahead, she noted the next milestones:

Oct 10: Onboarding Sync Meeting to align DAOs and preview proposals
Oct 10: Proposal submissions on XDAO, followed by a 14-day voting period
By Oct 17: Preliminary qualification by DAO Facilitators & Tracking Assistants
Until Oct 24: DAO participants vote on qualified proposals

Details are available on the Program Timeline page in DEP Docs.

Finally, she introduced the support channels, in priority order: check DEP Docs first, ask DAO mates in Discord, reach out to Kambria via the Contact Form if needed, and stay updated daily through Discord and email - the main communication channels.

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2. Q&A from the DAO Members

In this Session, each DAO Facilitator shared answers for key questions noted from DAO Members.

Grow Together DAO

Question: Will there be opportunities for collaboration across different DAOs, and how can we participate in them effectively?

Answer: At the moment, within the DEP 2025 program, there are no projects that officially belong to more than one DAO. However, you are absolutely welcome to join activities of another DAO as a local volunteer whenever that project needs support.

Connect DAO

Question: What exactly is Connect DAO? Is it mainly about connecting with each other, or is there a broader vision behind it? A clarification would be very helpful.

Answer:

Connect DAO is not just about “connecting with each other.” Its mission is to facilitate 300 meaningful intergenerational sessions (TECD sessions) between youth and seniors. The goal is to reduce social isolation, foster learning, and create well-being through structured online activities like storytelling, memory games, and music
So, the vision is about building impactful intergenerational bonds while using DAO tools to coordinate, reward contributions, and share outcomes transparently - not only casual connection.
For a fuller picture, we invite you to read more on our website:
- DAO Projects Overview: Connect DAO
- Proposals and Reporting: Example Proposal - Connect DAO

Nourish DAO

Question: Can DAO facilitate investor or partner linkages for our projects to ensure sustainability?

Answer:

For now, the DAO will focus on connecting DAO members with Local Delivery Partners to collaborate on this cohort’s projects and build initial impact. This ensures activities are practical, well-supported, and community-rooted with relevant resources. For Nourish DAO, we have 2 Local Delivery Partners that will be introduced to DAO members in Discord.
After the first cohort, we will also discuss with participants and partners about potential opportunities for further collaboration, including exploring pathways toward sustainability such as investor or partner linkages.

Reflection DAO

Question: What other types of contributions are encouraged besides content creation?

Answer:

Besides content creation, there are actually many ways to contribute to Reflection DAO. At its core, it’s about creating activities that bring people from other DAOs together, helping them feel comfortable to reflect and share. Overall, it will work toward the final goal of producing meaningful reflective outputs.
For example, you could help facilitate story circles or small group discussions — that’s really valuable because it gives people a safe space to share. You could also take notes, document, or even help edit the stories so they can be included in our zine or shared back with the community.
Some of you might be good with visuals or design. You can support layout, graphics, or even create simple posters to invite people to join the reflection activities. Translation is another important contribution, because many of our members are from different countries, so helping to make reflections accessible across languages is a big support.
And of course, even things like coordinating schedules, encouraging others to share, or just giving thoughtful feedback on someone’s reflection also count. So basically, it’s not just about writing stories, it’s about holding space, documenting, designing, translating, and supporting the flow of reflection together

We have shared answers for other questions on DEP Docs, kindly check the link for more information: The link will be live soon, please check back later.

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3. DAO Dedicated Sessions

In this Session, DAO Facilitators from each DAO share details about the initial formation of Groups and Roles, the goals and work plan, as well as the key milestones

Grow Together DAO:

Overview

Grow Together DAO is a community experiment with a simple but meaningful mission: plant 1,000 trees. Beyond planting, members will ensure the saplings survive, capture transformation stories, and compile all data (photos, testimonies, reflections) into a final report for future R&D.

Initial Groups & Roles

2 working groups (8-9 members each) formed based on skills, time, location, and fairness.
Members can suggest changes through the Group/Role Swapping Mechanism → submit a ticket on Discord for support.
Please complete your Intro Card on Padlet and take time to read others’ cards.

Work Plan & Key Phases

Phase 3: Onboarding
- Work on proposals, vote for 1st internal meeting time (poll on Discord, Sep 22).
- Share feedback on onboarding experience.
- Key milestones: DEP Onboarding Sync + DAO Progress Snapshot.
Phase 4: Execution
- Submit proposals by Oct 10
- Proposal review + voting window.
- Approved groups receive 70% funding (700 USDT), the rest 30% (300 USDT) after execution & reporting.
- Key milestones: Execution Sync + Proposal Summary Report.
Phase 5: Reflection
- Weekly reflection, preparation for Reflection DAO support, document learnings.
Phase 6: Showcase & Next Steps
- Present outcomes + decide future directions.

Sample Proposal Guidelines

Clear, aligned goals (e.g. “500 trees by Nov 30”).
Include main & side outcomes (photos, reflections).
Detailed member tasks, feasible timeline, and risk management.
Transparent budget with supplier quotations + 70/30 split.

Next Steps for Members

Complete and review Intro Cards.
Check key milestones in DEP Docs.
Scout planting sites and permissions.
Stay active on Discord (poll on Sep 22).

Highlights from DAO Members

After the facilitator’s presentation, members were invited to briefly introduce themselves and share why they joined Grow Together DAO.

Andrew Anyona Mugambi (Kenya): A climate tech founder at TechCycle Kenya, Andrew works on e-waste recycling. He joined because this project aligns with his passion for climate action and reforestation in Kisumo, where tree cover is scarce. He is also excited about experiencing decentralized collaboration for the first time and working with a global team virtually.
Michelle Andrea Diyavati M. Meñez (Philippines): Co-founder of a women-led sustainability startup in the built industry and a Philippine Wildlife Ranger. Recently, her team planted native trees with Indigenous communities at a former illegal dump site. While she noted she may not have the energy to physically plant thousands of trees, she brings strong experience in connecting people, guiding teams, and contributing whenever possible on the ground.

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Connect DAO:

Overview
Connect DAO is designed to facilitate 300 online TECD sessions. The mission is to foster intergenerational connection, learning, and well-being by engaging youth and reducing social isolation among seniors.

How We Define Success

300 high-quality sessions completed and logged.
At least 90 Seniors + 40 SeniorBuddies actively engaged.
Experiences tracked, reflected, and shared.
Stories of transformation captured and celebrated in the DAO’s final report.

Tech-Powered Elderly Care DAO (TECD) as Model DAO

Mobile & web app compatible with common devices.
Zoom-based connection sessions between seniors & SeniorBuddies.
AI voice assistant (EN + VN) to support setup.
Payment & subscription system to sustain operations.
Target: commercial launch in 2025.

👉 More details in the TECD Docs.

Groups & Roles

2 working groups with 7-8 members each.
Roles allocated as Proposer or Supporter.
DAO members can request a Group/Role swap via ticket on Discord.
Screenshots of Group A & B with names, locations, and initial roles were shared in the session.

Workplan

Phase 3: Onboarding
- Explore TECD, prepare topics, test onboarding materials.
- Verify at least 1 supplier accepts USDT or can use crypto intermediary.
- Active on Discord → vote for 1st internal meeting (Sep 22).
- Milestones: DEP Onboarding Sync + DAO Progress Snapshot.
Phase 4: Execution
- Proposal submission deadline: Oct 10.
- Review & voting process (facilitators + DAO participants).
- Funding: 70% upfront, 30% after reporting.
- Milestones: Execution Sync + Proposal Summary Report.
Phase 5: Reflection
- Weekly reflections, gather feedback, prepare for Execution Sync.
Phase 6: Showcase & Next Steps
- Present outcomes & decide DAO’s future direction.

Sample Proposal Guidelines

Title: concise, aligned with Connect DAO mission.
Goals: measurable & time-bound (e.g. 150 sessions by Nov 30).
Outcomes: include both main & side outcomes.
Tasks: assign clearly to each member.
Timeline: week-by-week milestones.
Budget: clear breakdown + supplier quotations. Respect 70/30 policy.
Reflection: weekly learnings documented & shared.

Next Steps for Members

Complete and review Intro Cards & Group/Role assignments.
Check key milestones in DEP Docs.
Explore the TECD solution and start drafting ideas for sessions.
Stay active on Discord → vote on Sep 22.

Highlights from DAO Members

After the facilitator’s presentation, members were invited to briefly introduce themselves and share why they joined. Two sharings stood out:

Bartosz Utecht (Poland) shared that he was motivated to explore DAO governance for the first time, as he has always been fascinated by blockchain and crypto. For Connect DAO in particular, he emphasized the importance of reducing information asymmetry in society, especially when technology is advancing so rapidly. He wants seniors to feel understood and cared for through simple but meaningful connections with younger generations.
Arun Kumar K (India) introduced himself as a college student who loves organizing events with his team. Although new to blockchain and DAOs, he expressed genuine curiosity to learn and explore this space. For him, Connect DAO is an opportunity to combine exploration with contribution.

Together, these stories reflect the shared spirit of Connect DAO: bridging generations, fostering human connection, and experimenting with decentralized collaboration for social good.

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Nourish DAO:

Overview

Nourish DAO officially began its journey at the Kickoff Event with a bold mission: to prepare and distribute 1,000 nutritious meals to communities in need over the next few months. What makes it special is not just the meals themselves, but that it’s all coordinated through decentralized, community-driven collaboration.

Key Success Criteria

1,000 meals prepared and served.
At least 10 meal drives in different regions.
Verified documentation & impact reports.
Active participation & governance from DAO members.
A final published report with data, photos, and stories.

Success here means more than food - it’s about teamwork, social purpose, and building a replicable model for others.

Intro Cards

Members were reminded to complete their Intro Cards on Padlet so everyone can connect and collaborate more effectively. A few members were missing, and facilitators emphasized completing this step by the day of the kickoff.

Groups & Roles

Nourish DAO has 2 groups with 9 members each. Roles were designed to reflect the project’s needs:

Proposer: draft project ideas and proposals (all members start as proposers in onboarding).
Executor: lead actions on the ground.
Storyteller: capture stories and visuals.
Documenter: track, report, and keep records.
Supporter: flexible help where needed.

👉 Members can suggest changes through the Group/Role Swapping Mechanism → submit a ticket on Discord for support.

Phases of Nourish DAO

Phase 3: Onboarding (Sep 20 – Oct 10)
- Draft proposals, decide meal delivery locations, identify suppliers, and estimate costs.
- Drafts due Oct 3, final proposals due Oct 10.
- DAO Progress Snapshot shared at the end of onboarding.
Phase 4: Execution (Oct – Nov)
- Proposals submitted, reviewed, and voted on.
- Approved projects funded in two rounds (70% + 30%).
- Teams begin meal drives with progress check-ins.
Phase 5: Reflection
- Teams share what worked, challenges faced, and key learnings.
Phase 6: Celebration & Next Steps
- Impact showcased with stories, outcomes, and plans for scaling further.

Proposal Guidelines

Every proposal should include:

DAO alignment (how it connects with Nourish’s mission).
DAO member involvement (who does what).
Feasible & responsible plan (aligned with DEP phases).
Budget requested (clear breakdown, suppliers, USDT-ready).
Measurable outcomes (specific & time-bound).
Reflection & learning plan.

A sample proposal was shared to guide members. Example: “334 Nutritious Meals for Community Families – Group 1”.

Budget Example

$1100 → Ingredients (for 500 meals)
$235 → Packaging
$80 → Volunteer support
$35 → Documentation
$50 → Contingency
(Follows 70/30 policy: 70% upfront, 30% after completion.)

Next Steps for Members

Complete Intro Cards and review group/role assignments.
Check milestones in DEP Docs.
Begin drafting group proposals before Oct 3.
Join the Discord channel (reminder: 5 members still missing).

Highlights from DAO Members

After the facilitator’s presentation, members were invited to briefly introduce themselves and share why they joined. Two sharings stood out:

Mattia Carenini (Mexico), Global Hub Manager at Matter of Trust, highlighted his passion for environmental regeneration through a global network of community hubs. For him, joining Nourish DAO is a way to deepen that work by putting people at the center - strengthening care and connection alongside ecological impact.
Gibrilla Sesay (Sierra Leone) spoke about witnessing poverty and food insecurity firsthand in his community, where many struggle to access even three daily meals. His motivation to join Nourish DAO is to find new, decentralized ways to create tangible impact and help nourish the lives of those in need.

Together, these stories reflect the shared spirit of Nourish DAO: combining global networks and local realities, channeling care into action, and showing how decentralized collaboration can directly support communities.

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Reflection DAO:

Overview

Reflection DAO officially began its journey at the Kickoff Event with a unique mission: to capture, curate, and celebrate the reflections and stories of DAO participants across the program. While other DAOs deliver tangible outcomes like trees or meals, Reflection DAO focuses on the meaning-making process - ensuring that experiences, emotions, and learnings are not only lived but also remembered and shared.

Key Success Criteria

Collect at least 50 reflections from members across different DAOs.
Engage 15–20 volunteers or nominated contributors from other DAOs.
Produce storytelling outputs (e.g., digital zine, written archive, or community storytelling event).
Ensure diverse representation in the reflections gathered.
Document both the what and the how - capturing experiences and lessons learned.

Intro Cards

Members were reminded to complete their Intro Cards on Padlet so that others can get to know them better. This step helps the DAO form a sense of trust and openness—crucial for reflective work. Facilitators emphasized completing this step early to foster deeper collaboration.

Groups & Roles

Reflection DAO currently has 1 working group with 8 members. Roles were distributed based on members’ skills, time, and availability, with flexibility in mind:

Curator: gather and synthesize reflections.
Storyteller: shape reflections into narratives and visuals.
Documenter: keep track of outputs and structure.
Connector: engage with other DAOs to invite contributions.
Supporter: provide help where needed.

👉 Members can suggest changes through the Group/Role Swapping Mechanism → submit a ticket on Discord for support.

Phases of Reflection DAO

Phase 3: Onboarding (Sep 20 – Oct 10)
- Members complete Intro Cards and review milestones on DEP Docs.
- Finalize group structure and roles.
- Begin drafting proposal ideas for storytelling outputs.
Phase 4: Execution (Oct – Nov)
- Unlike other DAOs, Reflection DAO begins later—after other DAOs finish execution.
- Collect reflections through interviews, circles, or written prompts.
- Curate stories into collective outputs.
Phase 5: Reflection
- Share what worked well and what could be improved in capturing stories.
- Document learnings about DAO collaboration and meaning-making.
Phase 6: Celebration & Next Steps
- Publish the storytelling output (e.g., zine, digital archive, or showcase).
- Celebrate members’ contributions and the shared DEP journey.

Proposal Guidelines

Every proposal should include:

DAO alignment (how it strengthens Reflection DAO’s mission).
DAO member involvement (clear roles and responsibilities).
Feasible plan (aligned with DEP’s phases and timeline).
Budget request (transparent breakdown, USDT-ready).
Measurable outcomes (e.g., # of stories collected, # of people engaged).
Reflection & learning plan (how outputs will be used and remembered).

Budget Example

$400 → Story collection tools (recording, transcription, templates)
$250 → Design & editing for storytelling output
$100 → Community engagement sessions
$50 → Documentation & archiving
$50 → Contingency
(Follows 70/30 policy: 70% upfront, 30% after completion.)

Next Steps for Members

Complete Intro Cards on Padlet.
Review group/role assignments and confirm responsibilities.
Check milestones in DEP Docs.
Join the Reflection DAO Discord channel (reminder: some members still missing).
Begin early brainstorming for storytelling outputs.

Highlights from DAO Members

After the facilitator’s presentation, members were invited to briefly introduce themselves and share why they joined. Two sharings stood out:

Dang Bao Ngoc (Vietnam), a nursing graduate, shared that reflection is central in her profession as a way to process experiences and improve compassionate care. She sees the same spirit in Reflection DAO—supporting personal stories and turning them into collective wisdom. For her, this DAO aligns deeply with her values of empathy, listening, and honoring diverse voices.
Phuong Anh (Vietnam, studying in Taipei) expressed her motivation to join Reflection DAO as a way to better understand how different people perceive and experience working in DAOs. She hopes to learn from these diverse perspectives and contribute to documenting viewpoints in such a new and experimental field.

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Grow Together DAO

Michelle Andrea Diyavati M. Meñez, from Grow Together DAO, shared that she is excited to plant and monitor the growth of native trees in Mount Balagbag, in cooperation with the local indigenous Forest Rangers there.

Connect DAO

Ishan Sathe, a member of Connect DAO, reflected on the unique value of connecting seniors with youth. He shared that whenever he communicates with elderly people, the seniors appear happier and more joyful, while he himself also feels better after such conversations.

However, he raised a potential challenge: since the community is international, language could become a barrier. Many elderly participants may not be fluent in English or comfortable listening and understanding in that language.

Ms. Lien shared that as a starting point, the program could reach out to elderly people who can already speak English. Later, the TECD App could extend to other languages, gradually inviting more seniors - including those who speak Indian languages.

Ishan also shared personal experiences: he could invite his own grandparents or seniors from his family and neighborhood, who would likely be interested. He noticed that while some elderly people may initially appear distant, they become visibly brighter and warmer when someone engages with them. Even small gestures - such as smiling or waving to seniors during a walk - often leave them pleasantly surprised and happy.

Nourish DAO

Gibrilla Sesay, from Nourish DAO, shared that for him, the project represents an innovative approach to collaborate with the communities they are working with and with partners, through a decentralized framework, to co-create sustainable solutions in governance.

Reflection DAO

Ngọc Đặng, from Reflection DAO, shared that the most exciting aspect of Reflection DAO is the opportunity to turn the DAO’s work into a living storytelling collective - a place where blockchain technology meets empathy, and where individual voices can come together to create a shared legacy.

Rebecca Ekaro also shared that she is excited to join the DAO to tell stories, and she hopes for good collaboration and for the team to meet their expected goals.

Another Member, Gursehaj Singh, shared that he is really excited to see how the program develops. As soon as he read Reflection DAO’s documentation, he felt a strong resonance with its vision and decided to contribute by joining the program. He also expressed his gratitude and said it was nice meeting everyone.

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5. Next milestones and Heartfelt Thanks

The next milestones include:

- DAO Round 1 Proposal Submissions: Oct 10

- Onboarding Sync Meeting (share updates across all DAOs, good practices, onboarding feedback form): Oct 10

- Proposals Voting deadline: Oct 24

For full details, you can always check the official website: https://kambria.io/docs/dep/program-timeline/

Thank you once again to all our guests and participants for joining us - your presence and insights made the session truly meaningful. We’re excited for future collaborations and invite you to stay connected on the Kambria Discord for updates and continued conversation. If you have any questions or thoughts, feel free to reach out. Until next time, take care and goodbye!

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