Hello World Co-Op: Discord Server Role Architecture
Introduction: The Digital Hub for a Regenerative Future
In the Hello World Co-Op DAO, the Discord server is not merely a communication platform; it is the central nervous system. It serves as the primary digital hub where governance is enacted, operations are coordinated, and a vibrant global community connects and collaborates. The architecture of our Discord server is therefore a strategic imperative, engineered to translate our decentralized ethos into operational reality and directly enable the cooperative's ambitious mission.
This document presents a comprehensive and scalable framework for Discord categories and roles. The architecture outlined herein is meticulously designed to facilitate effective project delivery, ensure transparent governance, and foster meaningful member engagement. Every element is grounded in the foundational principles of the DAO, creating an operational environment that is both professional and philosophically aligned with building a regenerative future. These guiding principles are the foundation upon which this entire structure is built.
Guiding Principles for Role Design
Before defining specific roles, it is crucial to establish the guiding principles that ensure the entire structure is philosophically aligned with the Hello World Co-Op's core ethos of decentralization and professional capacity. These principles ensure that our digital commons reflects our cooperative values at every level.
**Professional Capacity Over Archetypes** All roles are defined
by their function, responsibilities, and required skills, rather
than by the narrative archetypes found in the ecosystem's lore.
Meritocratic
& Accessible Pathways Roles are designed to be attainable
through verifiable contributions, such as earning "Proof of
Credentials (POC)" badges via the Rabbit Whole platform,
ensuring a merit-based system.
Transparency
& Accountability Role responsibilities and the actions of
role-holders are intended to be clear and subject to continuous
community oversight, in line with the "Transparency as Trust"
principle.
Decentralized
& Anti-Hierarchical Structure While roles provide structure,
the framework is designed to empower distinct teams and avoid rigid,
top-down command, reflecting the DAO's legally defined
"member-managed" nature.
These principles directly inform the server's spatial organization, which is designed to be as intuitive and efficient as the roles operating within it.
Proposed Discord Category & Channel Structure
An intentionally organized Discord server is a prerequisite for operational excellence and prevents the communication fragmentation that plagues decentralized communities. The following high-level categories are designed to streamline communication, prevent information silos, and intuitively guide members to relevant discussions, workstreams, and governance activities, making participation seamless and effective.
WELCOME &
ONBOARDING A dedicated space for new members to
find essential information, complete onboarding tasks, and ask
initial questions.
DAO
GOVERNANCE The central hub for all formal
governance activities, including proposal discussions, voting
announcements, and access to official documents.
COMMUNITY
COMMONS General discussion channels for member
interaction, social events, and community-building activities.
PROJECT
WORKSTREAMS Protected categories for teams working
on specific DAO-approved and funded projects, from infrastructure to
software development.
KNOWLEDGE
& RESEARCH (RABBIT WHOLE) Channels dedicated
to the "learn-to-earn" activities of the Rabbit Whole
platform, including course discussions, skill-sharing, and research
initiatives.
MARKETPLACE
& COMMERCE A section for vetted vendors and
members to discuss the Co-Op Marketplace, including listings,
logistics, and support.
MUTUAL
AID A private and secure area for the
administration of the community's mutual aid fund.
OPERATIONS
& OVERSIGHT Restricted-access channels for
core operational teams and elected oversight committees to
coordinate their work.
This structure provides the container for the specific roles that empower our members to act and contribute effectively.
Core Role Framework & Access Tiers
A tiered role system is essential for recognizing different levels of engagement, granting appropriate permissions, and creating clear pathways for members to increase their responsibilities. This tiered framework is a direct implementation of our Meritocratic & Accessible Pathways principle, ensuring that access and authority are granted based on demonstrated commitment and verifiable credentials rather than tenure or status.
Role/Tier
Description & Access Permissions
**@Member**
The base-level role for all individuals who have acquired the
soulbound Membership NFT. Grants access to all general community
and governance discussion channels.
**@Contributor**
Assigned to members who have earned verifiable credentials (POC
badges) via Rabbit Whole or are active participants in specific
workstreams. Grants access to relevant project-specific channels.
**@Team-Core**
A functional role given to members serving on a specific
operational team (e.g., Moderation, Proposals). Grants specific
permissions within that team's channels (e.g., manage messages,
create threads).
**@Elected-Official**
A high-trust role assigned to members elected by the DAO to bodies
like the Proposal Oversight Board. Grants access to restricted
oversight and coordination channels.
These tiers provide the general framework for access, which is further refined by the specific responsibilities of our functional teams.
Detailed Functional Roles by Team
This section serves as the DAO's living operational schematic for day-to-day activities. The teams outlined below represent the essential functions required to execute the DAO's mission, from community management and moderation to complex project delivery and regulatory compliance. Each role is designed to be a clear point of responsibility and contribution.
5.1. Community & Moderation Team
Discord Role
Core Responsibilities
Required Skills or Credentials
**@Moderator**
Enforce the Code of Conduct and Ethical Terms of Service in public
channels; manage spam and resolve low-level user conflicts;
escalate serious issues to the Conflict Resolution process.
Demonstrated understanding of community values; training in
de-escalation.
**@Community-Facilitator**
Proactively start conversations, organize community events (e.g.,
AMAs, game nights), and foster a welcoming and inclusive
atmosphere.
Strong communication skills; experience in community engagement.
5.2. Proposal & Governance Team
Discord Role
Core Responsibilities
Required Skills or Credentials
**@Proposal-Shepherd**
Guide members through the proposal lifecycle, from ideation using
the Think Tank App to formal submission via RegisterProposal.sol.
Deep understanding of the DAO governance process; strong
mentorship skills.
**@Proposal-Underwriter**
Conduct initial viability, ethical, and compliance checks on
submitted proposals before they are advanced to the Proposal
Oversight Board for formal review.
Experience in project analysis; familiarity with the DAO's ethical
and compliance frameworks.
**@Governance-Facilitator**
Manage the on-Discord aspects of the voting process, including
posting announcements, facilitating Q&A sessions with proposal
creators, and ensuring results are communicated clearly.
Detail-oriented; expertise in the DAO's on-chain voting mechanics
(VoteNFT.sol).
5.3. Project Delivery & Milestone Team
Discord Role
Core Responsibilities
Required Skills or Credentials
**@Project-Manager**
Coordinate the operational teams responsible for executing
DAO-approved and funded real-world projects (e.g., RCC
construction).
Professional project management experience; relevant Rabbit Whole
badges.
**@Milestone-Verifier**
Independently verify the completion of project milestones (both
digital and physical) and confirm the minting of
DeploymentProofNFT.sol
to trigger fund releases from MilestoneManager.sol.
Subject matter expertise in the project's domain (e.g.,
construction, solar engineering); high level of community trust.
5.4. Treasury & Compliance Team
Discord Role
Core Responsibilities
Required Skills or Credentials
**@Treasury-Guardian**
Serve as a multi-signature signatory for the DAO's treasury (via
TreasuryManager.sol
and Gnosis Safe) and mutual aid wallets; execute approved
transactions and provide transparent reporting.
UBO/KYC checks are mandatory; deep understanding of wallet
security.
**@Compliance-Analyst**
Monitor transactions for suspicious activity, assist with vendor
KYC/AML verification as required by policy, and ensure adherence
to OFAC sanctions screening.
Rabbit Whole "Compliance Steward Badge NFT" or
equivalent professional experience.
**@Risk-Assessor**
Analyze new proposals for potential legal, financial, or
regulatory liabilities, ensuring all risks are identified before a
community vote.
Background in legal, financial, or risk analysis.
5.5. Research & Education Team
Discord Role
Core Responsibilities
Required Skills or Credentials
**@Researcher**
Gather and synthesize data to support the creation of robust
proposals, acting as a human counterpart to the Think Tank App's
AI persona agents.
Strong data analysis and research skills.
**@Educator**
Create, vet, and facilitate educational courses on the Rabbit
Whole platform; review and approve community-submitted content.
Verifiable expertise in a subject area (e.g., permaculture,
blockchain); registration via EducatorRegistration.sol.
**@Onboarding-Guide**
Welcome new members in dedicated channels, guide them through the
onboarding process, and answer questions about the ecosystem's
various platforms.
Deep knowledge of the ecosystem; a patient and helpful demeanor.
While these teams form the operational core of the DAO, a distinct and highly confidential structure is required for one of our most vital community functions: the mutual aid system.
Mutual Aid Support Structure
The mutual aid system is a critical and tangible expression of the cooperative's values of community support and resilience. The following structure outlines the process and roles for managing the mutual aid wallet and application process securely and privately via Discord, ensuring both confidentiality for applicants and accountability to the community.
**Secure Application Process** A private, ticket-based system
within a restricted Discord channel will be used for members to
submit aid requests, ensuring confidentiality.
**@Mutual-Aid-Coordinator**
Role A trusted and vetted member will hold this role. Their sole
responsibility is to receive requests, anonymize all personally
identifiable information, and prepare a standardized summary for the
review team.
Anonymized
Review The coordinator presents the anonymized request to a
small, elected @Mutual-Aid-Reviewer
team. This team evaluates the request against community-defined
criteria without knowledge of the applicant's identity.
Controlled
Disbursement Upon approval, the review team authorizes a
@Treasury-Guardian
to execute the fund transfer from the dedicated mutual aid wallet.
This segregates the review and payment functions.
Transparent
Reporting To maintain accountability, a public-facing channel
will display aggregated, anonymized data (e.g., "Total funds
disbursed this month," "Number of members assisted")
without revealing any individual case details.
With these roles and structures defined, it is essential to outline the clear and equitable processes through which members can acquire them.
Pathways to Acquiring Roles
A transparent and equitable process for role acquisition is essential for a meritocratic community. This section details the clear pathways for members to take on greater responsibility and contribute their skills to the DAO, ensuring that opportunities are accessible and based on contribution and trust.
**Skill-Based Onboarding** The primary pathway for @Contributor
and @Team-Core
roles involves members completing "learn-to-earn"
curricula on Rabbit Whole. This process allows them to earn
verifiable on-chain credentials (POCs), such as the "Solar
Engineer Badge NFT," which qualifies a member to serve as a
@Milestone-Verifier
on renewable energy projects, or the "Compliance Steward Badge
NFT," a prerequisite for the @Compliance-Analyst
role.
Application-Based
Roles Members may formally apply for open positions that are
defined by an on-chain EmploymentContract.sol
or a similar framework, which would then be reviewed by the relevant
team or the DAO for approval.
DAO-Elected
Roles High-trust @Elected-Official
positions, such as members of the Proposal Oversight Board or the
Community Audit Committee, are filled exclusively through a formal,
on-chain DAO vote managed by ProposalApproval.sol
and the "1 Member = 1 Vote" principle.
Volunteer
Contribution While many roles require verifiable credentials,
the DAO's ethos of broad participation and stewardship also creates
space for trusted volunteers. Some introductory roles, particularly
on the Community & Moderation and Onboarding teams, can be
filled by members who are approved by existing team leaders based on
their positive community standing and engagement.
This multi-faceted approach ensures that every member has a clear line of sight into how they can grow with and contribute to the cooperative.
Conclusion
The Discord architecture proposed in this document—built upon a foundation of clear categories, tiered access, and well-defined functional roles—creates a robust, scalable, and engaging environment for the Hello World Co-Op. This framework is the operational bridge between our digital consensus and tangible, real-world regenerative impact. By structuring our digital commons in this way, we empower transparent governance, facilitate accountable project delivery, and provide the fertile ground needed for the cultivation of a truly regenerative global community. This architecture is the primary engine for executing the DAO's mission. This architecture provides the digital loom where the fabric of a regenerative future is woven, one channel, one role, and one proposal at a time.