Microgrant Application: Filecoin Addis Ababa Meetups

Project Overview

The Filecoin Addis Ababa Meetups project aims to foster the growth and adoption of the Filecoin ecosystem in Ethiopia. These regular in-person meetups will provide a platform for the local Web3 community to learn, collaborate, and contribute to Filecoin-related projects. By bringing together developers, enthusiasts, and stakeholders, we aim to accelerate Filecoin adoption and empower participants to explore its potential.

Project Details

Frequency: Bi-weekly (every two weeks)
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Format: In-person meetups
Audience:
- Developers interested in building on Filecoin
- Enthusiasts curious about decentralized storage and Web3 technologies
- Stakeholders from the local tech and blockchain community
Objectives:
1. Education and Awareness:
  - Provide educational sessions on Filecoin fundamentals, including storage, retrieval, and mining.
  - Raise awareness about the benefits of decentralized storage and its impact on data sovereignty.
2. Hands-On Workshops:
  - Conduct practical workshops where participants can learn how to use Filecoin APIs, develop smart contracts, and build decentralized applications.
  - Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing among attendees.
3. Project Showcases:
  - Allow developers to showcase their Filecoin-related projects, prototypes, and applications.
  - Foster a supportive environment for feedback and improvement.
4. Networking and Community Building:
  - Facilitate networking opportunities for participants to connect with like-minded individuals.
  - Build a strong local Filecoin community that can collaborate on future initiatives.
5. Hackathons and Challenges:
  - Organize hackathons or coding challenges focused on Filecoin.
  - Encourage participants to build innovative solutions using Filecoin's decentralized storage capabilities.
6. Resource Sharing:
  - Share resources, tutorials, and best practices related to Filecoin development.
  - Create a repository of useful information for community members.
Budget Allocation:
- Venue rental: USD 500/month
- Speaker honorarium (guest experts): USD 200/meetup
- Workshop materials and supplies: USD 300/meetup
- Marketing and promotion: USD 100/month
- Miscellaneous expenses: USD 100/month
- Total monthly budget: USD 1,200
Expected Outcomes:
- Increased awareness and understanding of Filecoin within the local tech community.
- Active participation from developers and enthusiasts.
- Collaborative projects and initiatives emerging from the meetups.
- Strengthened ties between the Ethiopian Web3 community and the global Filecoin ecosystem.

Project Team

Lead Organizer: Temesgen Feseha (Contact: Temesgen.feseha@iceaddis.com)
Co-Organizer: Iceaddis

About Iceaddis

Iceaddis is Ethiopia's pioneering innovation hub, established with the mission of amplifying startups and fostering technological innovation. As the first of its kind in the country, Iceaddis provides a dynamic space for entrepreneurs, developers, and creatives to collaborate, learn, and build transformative solutions. With a focus on emerging technologies, including blockchain, artificial intelligence, and IoT, Iceaddis plays a crucial role in shaping Ethiopia's tech ecosystem. Through its programs, events, and community engagement, Iceaddis empowers local talent, accelerates startups, and contributes to the growth of the digital economy.

Timeline

Launch: June 17th
Ongoing: Bi-weekly meetups
Evaluation and adjustments: Regularly assess the project's impact and adjust activities as needed.

Conclusion

The Filecoin Addis Ababa Meetups project, in collaboration with Iceaddis, is an exciting opportunity to create a vibrant local community around Filecoin. By nurturing knowledge sharing, collaboration, and innovation, we believe these meetups will contribute significantly to the growth of the Filecoin ecosystem in Ethiopia.

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