Decentralized Voices

docs/general/decentralized-voices.md

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+id: decentralized-voices
+title: Decentralized Voices Program
+sidebar_label: Decentralized Voices
+description: Learn about the Decentralized Voices Program.
+keywords: [community, ecosystem, governance, decentralized voices, delegations]
+slug: ../decentralized-voices
+---
+
+The Decentralized Voices program for {{ polkadot: Polkadot :polkadot }}{{ kusama: Kusama :kusama }}
+empowers broader community participation in [Polkadot OpenGov](../learn/learn-polkadot-opengov.md)
+by delegating {{ polkadot: 42 Million DOT :polkadot }}{{ kusama: 180,000 KSM :kusama }}. Interested
+applicants can fill
+[**this application form**](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeIFOhMfoqRoeYqr1c_-UeB2a6u0YEsi9CaNEEeUAXtN0oE3w/viewform)
+to qualify for receiving
+[voting delegations](../learn/learn-polkadot-opengov.md#multirole-delegation) from the Web3
+Foundation. For more detailed information, see
+[the original Medium article](https://medium.com/web3foundation/decentralized-voices-program-93623c27ae43).
+
+Building on the success of previous initiatives like
+[the Thousand Validators Program](./thousand-validators.md) and
+[the Decentralized Futures Program](./decentralized-futures.md), the Web3 Foundation emphasizes the
+importance of decentralized governance within the Polkadot ecosystem to ensure a fair
+decision-making process. In line with this ethos, the Foundation seeks to amplify the voices of
+passionate and knowledgeable participants who may lack significant
+{{ polkadot: DOT :polkadot }}{{ kusama: KSM :kusama }} holdings, aiming to mitigate potential
+marginalization. This initiative does not impact existing programs like the Thousand Validators
+Programme, as
+[staking and governance locks can coexist](../learn/learn-polkadot-opengov.md#voluntary-locking-conviction-voting).
+
+The Decentralized Voices program initially designates delegates who will be receiving delegated
+funds. Participants are encouraged to showcase their governance contributions and political
+philosophy through public declarations and active engagement on relevant platforms such as:
+
+- [The Polkadot Forum](https://forum.polkadot.network/)
+- [X (formerly Twitter)](https://twitter.com/)
+- [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/Polkadot/)
+- [Discord](https://discord.gg/polkadot)
+- [Subsocial](https://polkaverse.com/)
+
+Selection criteria include demonstrated participation in governance activities and ethical voting
+practices. Delegations are subject to review, and non-compliance may result in revocation.
+
+The Decentralized Voices program commences on **February 6, 2024**, offering an opportunity for
+dedicated community members to shape the future of the Polkadot ecosystem.

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