Regen Coordination

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Can we break tech’s extractive cycle? Living systems principles may hold the answer. ???? Learn how technology can be regenerative on Episode 9 with Jessica Groopman & Danielle Lanyard ?? Spotify:?https://lnkd.in/gjfuAwtZ Apple:?https://lnkd.in/g6fWT2tt YouTube:?https://lnkd.in/gCBVye5Y

?? What does effective regenerative change look like in practice? ?? Co-hosts Tereza Bízková and Maya Dentzel have wrapped up the second miniseries of The ReFi Podcast Season 4 #RegenerationNexus, focused on answering that question. This series explored how to translate bold ideas into meaningful action, focusing on the tools, systems, and relationships needed to drive real-world #impact. Across four episodes, their guests—Pete Corke from Kwaxala, Ebru Kaya from Atreyu Investments & Regenerative Investing Institute, Kennedy Ng'ang'a from Shamba, and Azeem Khan from Morph—shared powerful insights on bridging innovation with local realities, redesigning extractive systems, and empowering communities to lead #regeneration. Key themes that emerged: ?? Our current economic system is designed to extract. Pete Corke highlighted how our economic systems incentivize destruction. His call to action? Create financial models that value and protect living ecosystems instead of exploiting them. ?? We need to balance logic and context in investing. Ebru Kaya unpacked how regenerative #investing goes beyond traditional impact investing by balancing logic and context, competitive and collaborative forces, and aligning financial strategies with natural systems. ?? Technology is powerless unless it meets communities where they are. Kennedy Ng'ang'a emphasized that tools like #blockchain and #satellite data must empower communities by reflecting their needs and realities. When communities take ownership, regeneration thrives. ?? Build Bridges, Not Burn Them. Azeem Khan underscored the importance of integrating decentralized innovation with traditional systems. Aligning financial success with social and ecological impact is key to scaling regeneration. ?? Your Turn. What themes resonated with you the most? Share your thoughts and join the conversation! ?? What’s Next? Stay tuned for our next miniseries, “The Tools: How can technological advances enhance and scale regenerative vision?” We’ll explore how emerging technologies like blockchain, satellite data, and #Web3 tools are reshaping the future of regeneration. ?? Listen to the second miniseries now on your favorite platform: YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gVBrMwyb Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gc4CZxqS Apple: https://lnkd.in/gN4S_qtn

?? ReFi DAO's first #bioregional scale node... Blending ancient wisdom with Web3 innovation, ReFi Mediterranean is part of the #GG22 BioFi Pathfinders Round @gitcoin! ?? Learn more and support: https://lnkd.in/eKkYhuuX /1 ?? ?? 2/ Why the Mediterranean? From Portugal to Turkey, the Mediterranean is a cradle of life and culture, but it faces climate collapse, economic stagnation, and social unrest. ReFi Mediterranean connects projects across the region to turn these challenges into opportunities for rebirth. ?? 3/ With a network of nodes like @ReFi_Italia, @ReFiBCN, @ReFiLisboa, and many others, they’re creating a cohesive fabric of changemakers. Together, they’re addressing challenges like rural depopulation, ecosystem degradation, and economic instability across the bioregion. ?? 4/ At its core, ReFi Mediterranean promotes a “vita rigenerativa” — a life of balance and harmony. From regenerative agriculture to ecovillage creation, they are laying the foundations for both environmental and cultural renewal. ?? 5/ Their mission begins with mapping and connecting #ReFi nodes, pooling resources, and supporting local projects. Envision a bioregion where value flows to nurture sacred practices, restore landscapes, and protect the unique cultural heritage of Mediterranean communities. ?? 6/ The journey is phased: First, they’re mapping out regenerative initiatives and amplifying these stories. Then, they’ll expand into participatory funding, ecological monitoring, and resource distribution, all focused on a comprehensive bioregional strategy. ?? 7/ From Sicily’s agroecology hubs to innovative ecosystems in Turkey, this network is a movement that respects the local while connecting the global, revitalizing communities through shared culture and technology. ?? 8/ Dive into this bioregional journey and help to realigning value toward sustainability, community well-being, and ecological health. ?? Support here: https://lnkd.in/eKkYhuuX

We’re thrilled to announce that Monty Bryant ????♂??, founder of ReFi DAO, will be speaking at #FtCBangkok! ?? In his session, “Bioregionalism & Web3: BioFi is the Next Frontier for ReFi,” Monty will dive into how bioregional, ecosystem-focused finance can drive meaningful, localized impact. His insights will highlight new ways of aligning financial systems with environmental stewardship and community resilience. ?? November 8-9, 2024 ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/dYCgFzhY

1/ ?? Honoring the creative brilliance of Adam Carr, nominated by @ReFiDAOist for the #Regen Citizen round! Let’s rally around his artistry and design a path toward regenerative impact! ??? ??https://lnkd.in/erC__Mk4 2/ Empowering Education & Creativity Adam’s designs for #ReFi templates, local brochures, and MycoFi presentations are refreshing the regenerative movement ??. At Devcon Bangkok, his work for MycoFi will spotlight regenerative finance and inspire change with tangible merch. 3/ Driving Regenerative R&D From ReFi Talents to Gitcoin’s Kernel fellowship, Adam pushes innovation and brings new ideas to life. His involvement in the Prosperity Passport with Monty Bryant ????♂?? and Luuk Weber is shaping the regenerative future we all hope to build together. ? 4/ Operational Backbone As a steward in ReFi DAO’s Local Node incubator, Adam has sparked key discussions that support community growth. His redesign of the Local Node Branding Hub now helps grassroots actions access professional branding and join the ReFi movement ??. 5/ Local Action in Lombok In Lombok, Indonesia, Adam goes beyond the design desk. His monthly plastic cleanups show his deep commitment to the planet and local regeneration. He’s not just a designer—he’s a hands-on regen citizen, creating real impact where he lives ??. These are the final days to rally behind Adam and all the inspiring participants of the #Regen Citizen round! ??? Let’s show our support ?? https://lnkd.in/ejymEn8h

1/ ?? For the last days of #GG22, let’s shine a light on Simon Eze and Adaeze Okafor, founders of ReFi Lagos and nominees for the #Regen Citizen round in Gitcoin from @ReFiDAOist. ??? Let’s cast for them ?? https://lnkd.in/egJxWrH5 2/ ?? Simon Eze brings over a decade of experience in agribusiness to ReFi Lagos. Through Project Osisi, he empowers farmers to nurse and trade tree seedlings, creating economic opportunities while combating deforestation ???? 3/ ???? Adaeze Okafor, co-founder and soil scientist, leads @Afrilearn, training a new generation of climate-smart ambassadors across Africa. Her work is fostering sustainability and climate awareness at the grassroots level ???? 4/ ?? Why ReFi Lagos Matters: Nigeria has lost 96% of its primary forests due to deforestation. ReFi Lagos is restoring ecosystems through tree-planting events and educational outreach, making a significant impact on local communities ???? 5/ ?? Impact So Far: ? Planted over 200 native trees ?? ? Trained 60+ climate ambassadors ?? ? Reached over 4,000 youth with climate education ?? ? Hosted 10+ community events with over 5,000 attendees ?? 6/ ???? Looking Ahead: By introducing farmers and nature lovers to #Web3 and #ReFi, ReFi Lagos is expanding financial opportunities while scaling nature-based solutions across Africa ???? ?? Let's take action NOW to support those working towards a more inclusive and regenerative future! ??https://lnkd.in/ejymEn8h

Another ReFiDAOist GG22 #Regen Citizen nominee, today we highlight Monty Bryant ????♂?? and the hard work he has been doing! ?? Let’s show him some love with our support! ?? https://lnkd.in/e_5UsW2H 2/ ?? Monty has been a key supporter in the growth of the Regenerative Finance (#ReFi) movement through his work with ReFi DAO, Celo Public Goods, and more. Since joining ReFi DAO, he has taken on crucial roles, driving regenerative transformation. ? 3/ Monty co-founded the ReFi Local Node Network with John Dass, raising over $150k and providing resources and mentorship to local nodes. He has also published over 60 pieces on the ReFi DAO blog, engaging 4,000+ subscribers committed to the movement. ???? 4/ As a lead steward at Celo Public Goods, Monty has coordinated 5 Gitcoin rounds, allocating over $250k ?? for regenerative programs like #BioFiPathfinders. He also co-designed Celo's Retroactive Public Goods program, distributing 250,000 $CELO back to the community. ???? 5/ Monty authored the original proposal for Regen Coordination, which has grown into a key alliance to foster global ecological, social, and economic regeneration, now mobilizing over $200k in funding. Learn more --> https://lnkd.in/e6Mg_8vR 6/ Monty has been actively involved in developing the The Lexicon's Ecological Benefits Framework, which simplifies how we communicate impact. He’s now collaborating with Jon Ruth & @spark_eco on Impact Scribe, a tool that helps projects showcase their contributions using #EBF. ??? 7/ Monty has played a key role in events like #ReFi Week in Portugal and regularly shares the message of regeneration and Web3. ??? Let’s support Monty and all changemakers in the Gitcoin round as they lead the way! ???? ?? https://lnkd.in/ejymEn8h

1?? Have you heard about the Growing the Public Gardens round in #GG22? ?? This round supports projects advancing Gardens v2—from established initiatives to new innovators—fostering growth and open-source collaboration. ?? ?? https://lnkd.in/eqAG-3_k Learn more ???? 2?? But what are Gardens? ?? @gardens_fund is a web3 platform that empowers communities to invest shared resources for common goals. ??? They use innovative funding strategies and the Covenant (a social contract) to coordinate decisions in a bottom-up, permissionless way. ?? 3?? How does it work? ??? @gardens_fund offers organizations streamlined access to advanced coordination tools like Conviction Voting, Quadratic Voting, and Streaming Proposals, enabling communities to make decisions and invest their treasuries effectively. ???? 4?? Why is it important? ?? Integrating Gardens allows communities to enhance their governance models, fostering sustainable, decentralized, and transparent growth. It empowers individuals to drive change through aligned missions and a clear purpose. ?? 5?? Meet the Participants: 29 projects, including ReFi DAO! Through our participation in this round, we’re excited to advance Gardens v2, driving innovation within its ecosystem. Your support for ReFi DAO in this round would be hugely valued! ?? https://lnkd.in/eqAG-3_k 6?? Our Plans with Gardens v2: ? Establish decentralized governance for resource management ?? ? Coordinate resources for initiatives & enhance our decision-making ??? ? Explore Conviction Voting to allocate funding for Local Nodes ?? 7?? Support and spread the word! ???? By backing the Growing the Public Gardens Round in @gitcoin, you’re fueling projects that drive regeneration, transparency, and decentralization. thanks to @1HiveOrg, @arbitrum and @gardens_fund https://x.com/gardens_fund #GrowingPublicGardens

The BioFi Pathfinders Grants Round on Gitcoin is in full swing - now featuring seamless PayPal and credit card integration! ?? ? We curated this cohort of 14 grantees to show the world what stellar bioregional organizing looks like, help these teams learn from each other and get resourced to advance their BioFi capacities, and to use the BioFi attractor/meme to bridge worlds and build coherence across web3, Gitcoin, ReFi, traditional regen/sustainability fields, and traditional finance/philanthropy. ????Each of donation acts as a vote – the more support a team receives, the larger their share of the $55K matching pool. Gitcoin’s quadratic matching algorithm naturally supports this, giving greater weight to donors who support multiple initiatives. ???Your donation is more than just funding, it is part of this story of interconnectedness we are weaving together. The more this round raises, the more powerful our message is that the world is ready to embrace the BioFi movement and interconnected networks within the world of web3 for ecological restoration. This is just the beginning! This has been such a joyful team effort ?? Thank you to our BioFi Pathfinders Gitcoin Grants round 22 team including my colleagues at The BioFi Project, OpenCivics, Regen Coordination, Celo Public Goods, Design School for Regenerating Earth, Regen Foundation, and Ma Earth. Donate via PayPal / Credit / Debit Card: https://lnkd.in/gseCS49W Donate via Crypto on Gitcoin: https://lnkd.in/g_qPRGcg ?? Come hang out, learn, and celebrate with each other at the events we have lined up this week related to the round: ??Wednesday: Regens of #GG22 Unite! (https://lnkd.in/ggV_sT2H) ??Thursday: Celebrating BioFi Pathfinders Gitcoin Grantees (https://lu.ma/exjk1518) Tyler Wakefield, Benjamin Life, Monty Bryant ????♂??, Emily Rogers, Félix de Rosen, Joe Brewer, Scott Morris, Matthew Monahan, Edward West #BioFi #ReFi #DeFi #Web3 #InvestinLife #naturefinance #regeneration