The DAO Constitution

Pasifika Governance Document

Version 1.0 | May 2025

Preamble

We, the members of Pasifika Web3 Tech Hub, establish this Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) to create a thriving PASIFIKA token-powered DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network) marketplace for Pacific Island data, digital content, traditional knowledge, handicrafts, and local produce, honoring our cultural heritage while embracing technological innovation. Built on a Blockchain Layer-2 technology and aligned with our vision for AI-native infrastructure, this constitution serves as the foundational document governing our collective.

Article I: Mission & Values

Mission

To create a PASIFIKA token-powered decentralized marketplace and infrastructure network that empowers Pacific Islanders to share, monetize, and access data, digital content, traditional artifacts, handicrafts, and local agricultural produce in a fair, transparent, and community-governed environment.

Core Values

• Community Ownership: The DAO is owned and governed by its members through PASIFIKA token-based consensus.
• Cultural Respect: We honor and protect Pacific Islander cultural knowledge, artistic expressions, and traditions.
• Transparency: All operations, governance, and financial activities are transparent through blockchain technology.
• Inclusivity: We welcome participation from all Pacific Island communities.
• Environmental Stewardship: We commit to sustainable blockchain practices using renewable energy and support sustainable agriculture.
• Cultural Preservation: We support the preservation and respectful sharing of traditional crafts, knowledge, navigation, fishing and farming practices.
• Food Security: We promote sustainable local food systems, fisheries and agricultural self-sufficiency.
• Infrastructure Development: We build physical and digital infrastructure that benefits Pacific Island communities.

Article II: Membership

Membership Categories

• PSF Token Holders: Individuals or organizations who hold and stake PASIFIKA tokens to participate in governance
• Data & Content Providers: Individuals or organizations who share data, digital content, or document handicrafts on the marketplace
• Artisans & Craftspeople: Creators of traditional and contemporary Pacific Islander handicrafts and artifacts
• Farmers, Fishers & Food Producers: Growers and producers of local Pacific Island agricultural products, seafood, and value-added food items
• Validators: Members who verify quality, authenticity, and cultural appropriateness
• Governance Participants: PSF token holders who participate in DAO decision-making
• Consumers: Entities who purchase or use offerings from the marketplace

Membership Requirements

• Membership is open to all who agree to abide by this constitution
• Governance participation requires PSF token holdings above minimum threshold
• Members with Pacific Islander heritage or organizations based in Pacific Island nations receive priority verification status
• Artisans, farmers, and producers have special verification processes to authenticate traditional knowledge, skills, and agricultural practices

Membership Rights

• Vote on DAO proposals (weighted by PSF token holdings and staking duration)
• Submit proposals for consideration
• Receive financial returns based on contribution and PSF token holdings
• Access marketplace offerings according to verification status and permissions

Article III: Governance Structure

Token-Based Governance

• The DAO is governed through the PASIFIKA token (PSF)
• Voting power is determined by token holdings and staking duration
• All votes are recorded on the blockchain for transparency and security
• Quadratic voting mechanisms ensure fair representation

Decentralized Governance Structure

• Direct governance by PSF token holders
• Implementation of passed proposals coordinated by relevant Working Groups
• Transparent on-chain voting and execution
• Representation ensured through weighted voting parameters that prioritize Pacific Island participants
• Cultural authorities consulted for decisions affecting traditional knowledge and practices

Working Groups

Decision-Making Process

• Proposals submitted by any member with the minimum required PSF token holdings
• 3-day discussion period
• 5-day voting period
• Simple majority required for operational decisions
• Two-thirds majority required for constitutional amendments
• Quorum requirement of 20% of total circulating PSF tokens
• Cultural decisions affecting traditional knowledge or practices require consent from relevant cultural authorities

Article IV: Marketplace & Infrastructure Operations

DePIN Components

Physical Infrastructure

• Node Operators: Personal computers processing data, monitoring conditions, and supporting the network
• Local Distribution Hubs: Physical centers connecting remote communities
• Craft Documentation Centers: Facilities for digitizing traditional crafts

Digital Infrastructure

• PASIFIKA Token Governance Layer: Token-based voting and staking system
• Blockchain Layer-2: Scalable marketplace and dynamic NFT platform
• Verifiable Metadata System: Comprehensive data layer for provenance and discovery
• Reputation Protocol: Trust system for quality assurance
• Chainlink Oracle: Price feeds and real-world data for the ecosystem
• AI Agent Infrastructure: AI-aligned autonomous systems for market operations

Marketplace Categories

Ownership & Rights

• Providers retain ownership of their data, content, and handicraft designs
• All marketplace items are represented as dynamic NFTs on Blockchain
• Dynamic NFTs update based on real-time conditions, availability, and state changes
• Providers set terms for usage through smart contracts
• Cultural and traditional knowledge has special protections requiring approval from appropriate cultural authorities
• Agricultural heritage and traditional farming practices receive special protection