https://forum.arbitrum.foundation/t/delegate-statement-template/31/1106?u=bristolblockchain

Bristol Blockchain Society

Wallet Address or ENSbristolblockchain.eth | 0x43d3938ebd74106e2d177f9a304c1e9f914f2b52

Tally Profile URL: Bristol Blockchain Society 4

What area are you most interested in contributing to? choose up to two tags:

  1. DeFi development on Arbitrum
  2. Improving Governance participation

Introduction

Bristol Blockchain Society, founded in November 2022, is a non-profit organization based at the University of Bristol, a top 5 UK research university. We have around 50 active members from various academic backgrounds, including computer science, law, economics, engineering, and PhD students. We have two primary arms: Education and Governance. As one of the few active UK blockchain societies, we are dedicated to contributing to the blockchain space and promoting education in the field.

We are currently involved in the governance of AAVE and dYdX, contributing to these projects for free, with no voting power or monetary compensation, driven purely by our passion for the blockchain space and the desire to contribute positively to its growth. Our vision for the future of the Arbitrum ecosystem and its governance includes improving various aspects of the protocol, raising viewpoints from underrepresented groups, and actively participating in the decision-making process. Our team’s diverse expertise and commitment to the advancement of blockchain technology make us an ideal choice for Arbitrum users seeking knowledgeable and dedicated delegates.

By delegating even a small amount to Bristol Blockchain Society, you are not only helping increase decentralisation within the Arbitrum ecosystem, but also empowering our passionate team to have a voice in the governance process.

Your support will ensure that our efforts are acknowledged, and our contributions can make a positive impact on the ecosystem. We appreciate any support you can provide, as it demonstrates that our work is valued and our voices are heard, even without the backing of voting power or monetary incentives.

Please share your stance on overall goals for the DAO:eg — how aggressive should we be in liquidity mining, what is the goal of the DAO?

In our opinion, the overall goals of the DAO should be to foster innovation, promote decentralisation, and create a sustainable and inclusive ecosystem for all stakeholders.

The DAO’s broad objectives are:

1. Sustainable Growth: A DAO should strive for sustainable growth that is advantageous to its community and ecosystem. This consists of finding a fine balance between rapid growth and ensuring long-term stability.

2. Decentralisation and inclusivity: Maintaining decentralisation and ensuring that the decision-making process is inclusive so that all members can have a say in the organization’s direction. These are important objectives of a DAO.