Crypto Altruism Podcast Episode 73 - Impact DAOs and the future of community organizing
In Episode 73, we’re excited to welcome Deepa and Justin from Impact DAO Media, a web3 media collective elevating the amazing potential of impact DAOs as the future of cause-based organizing. In this episode we discuss what makes DAOs, also known as decentralized autonomous organizations, such as great fit for community organizing, why non-profits and other community organizations should consider becoming a DAO, the many exciting ways that DAOs will revolutionize work, for the better, and much more.
Three Key Takeaways
DAOs give communities the tools and agency to drive change through decentralized decision-making, a high degree of transparency, and web3 tools like smart contracts.
DAOs don’t have to be massive, multi-national organizations. They can operate on the micro level, and in the future, we can expect to see more micro DAOs including local neighbour groups, Co-Ops, community organizations, etc.
DAOs are revolutionizing how we imagine work. With a focus on horizontal structures of accountability, DAOs are proving that top-down management models are not needed for an organization to be productive.
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Episode Time Stamps
01:20 - What was your “Ah hah” moment that got you interested in cryptocurrency and web3?
09:00 - Give me a high-level overview of Impact DAO Media, and what you’re hoping to accomplish.
15:20 - On your GR15 proposal, you mention how “DAOs will be the future of organizing around causes”. What makes DAOs such a powerful force for community organizing?
23:55 - I understand that you’ve conducted interviews with a number of leaders in the Impact DAO space. What have been some of the key lessons you’ve learned from your interviews with these leaders?
32:00 - For those in the traditional impact space, whether it’s a 501c3 or a grassroots movement, why should they consider becoming a DAO?
39:40 - DAOs are still in their infancy – what do you think the DAO landscape will look like 5-10 years in the future?
45:00 - What’s the best way for listeners to learn more about your work?
47:30 - To wrap things up, if you could name one thing that excites you most about the social impact potential of web3, what would it be and why?
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