GoodUpdate — September 2024
Welcome to the GoodUpdate, your monthly update on the latest happenings in the GoodDollar ecosystem
Key Takeaways:
- This September, GoodDollar Protocol celebrated four years since its official launch! Our Executive Director, Anna Stone, shares insights, lessons, and surprises from this incredible journey of building over the past four years!
- In celebration of GoodDollar’s 4th birthday, the Community Moderators have launched a contest encouraging everyone to share their stories with GoodDollar! Join the celebration! #HappyBirthdayGoodDollar
- Curious about DAOs and DeFi? Dive into the latest modules of the GoodDollar Crypto Academy and expand your knowledge today!
- Are you a woman or non-binary individual eager to break into decentralized finance? Apply now to join the next SheFI cohort, sponsored by Celo, and receive a scholarship!
- Stay tuned to GoodDollar’s social media for updates on our next Community Call.
Highlights
There’s so much to look forward to! Here are some things that we’re excited about for this month and beyond.
1. This September GoodDollar Protocol Celebrated 4 years since its official launch! 🎉
The GoodDollar protocol launched in September 2020 and has since grown into the largest on-chain Universal Basic Income (UBI) project, boasting over 800,000 unique users.
To celebrate another milestone in GoodDollar’s journey, Executive Director Anna Stone reflects on the past four years, sharing three achievements we’re proud of, three areas for improvement, and three unexpected surprises along the way.
💙 Thanks to all community members, core team, partners and contributors who have been building GoodDollar!
2. Join the birthday celebration! Share your story with GoodDollar using the hashtag #HappyBirthdayGoodDollar!
In celebration of GoodDollar’s 4th birthday, the Community Moderators have launched a contest encouraging everyone to share their stories with GoodDollar!
The community has been one of the most gratifying surprises, growing alongside the project. A standout example is Andres from Colombia, who began his crypto journey with GoodDollar, became one of the first community moderators elected by the GoodDAO, and is now pursuing a career in development. His story highlights the profound personal and professional impact GoodDollar has had on its members
👉 Share your story with the entire GoodDollar Community for a chance to win more G$! Use the hashtag #HappyBirthdayGoodDollar on X.
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Ecosystem Stats
As we close another month, the GoodDollar ecosystem continues to showcase significant growth and global reach. Here’s a look at the latest numbers.
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GoodDAO and Community Update
1. GoodDollar Academy by GoodDollar Moderation Team
- The GoodDollar Community Moderation Team continues to encourage and support the GoodDollar Community’s educational journey by launching Modules 8 and 9 of the GoodDollar Crypto Academy!
- Module 8 focuses on learning about Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs).
- Module 9 is an introduction to Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and how it differences from Centralized Finance (DeFI)
🧐 Missed a module? Explore the complete GoodDollar Crypto Academy here!
2. DeFi for all Educational Opportunity — SheFi Cohort 12
The upcoming SheFI cohort 12 is sponsored by Celo Blockchain, the ecosystem that GoodDollar is excited and proud to be part of.
Are you a woman or non-binary individual looking to break into decentralized finance? This opportunity is for you! SheFI is a community-driven initiative dedicated to educating and empowering women and non-binary people in the world of DeFi and blockchain technology
Esther, a member of the GoodDollar Community, participated in SheFI Cohort 9. Discover her experience and apply today for a chance to receive a free scholarship!
👉 SheFI Cohort 12 starts on October 8, you still have time to apply for a free sponosrhip here!
Upcoming events
📅 There’s always something going on in the GoodDollar ecosystem!
- 🎟 October: Stay tuned to our social media for updates on our next Community Call!
Get involved
Feeling inspired by the GoodUpdate and eager to get involved? You can start right now!
- Claim G$ daily with the GoodDapp or GoodWallet
- Support G$ and DeFi by providing liquidity to Uniswap’s G$/cUSD and CELO/G$ liquidity pool
- Donate to a GoodDollar cause
- Join the conversation on Discord
